Cereal Porridge for Weaning
Cereal Porridge for Weaning is a smooth, easily digestible first food for infants transitioning from milk to solids. It is typically made from a single grain, such as rice, oats, or barley, which is finely ground and cooked with water, breast milk, or formula to achieve a thin, spoonable consistency. This dish is a common and foundational weaning food in many cultures worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
It is a high-carbohydrate food that provides gentle, easily absorbed energy for babies. Its key nutrients include iron (often fortified), B vitamins, and essential minerals like zinc and magnesium, with a typical serving containing around 60-80 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 14 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 50 mg |
| Iron | 4 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2 mg |
| Folate | 40 µg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 50 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g), prepared with water · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this simple porridge is often a baby's very first taste of solid food, marking an important developmental milestone. Nutritionally, its bland taste and smooth texture are designed to be non-threatening and easy for a baby's immature digestive system to handle.
