Prep warning
A duck egg is a common allergen and a little richer than a hen's egg, so introduce it on its own and wait a few days before another new food. Cook it fully until both the white and the yolk are firm.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Hard-cook the duck egg until both white and yolk are solid, then mash it smooth, or offer a well-set scramble or a soft omelet. A small amount, about a third of an egg, is plenty for a first taste.
Serve as a smooth mash, soft scramble curds, or finely chopped omelet strips.
9-12 months
Keep the egg fully cooked and offer it as easy finger food. As the pincer grasp develops, your little one can pick up small pieces on their own.
Offer omelet strips, quartered hard-boiled egg, or chopped scramble.
12-18 months
Any well-set form works now, in bite-size pieces. Cook it through and keep added salt low.
Bite-size pieces.
Key nutrients
Allergen information
Egg is a common allergen. Read Egg guidance
Common questions
When can my baby eat Duck egg?
Most babies can try Duck egg from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
General informational content, not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician about introducing new foods, especially if your baby has any medical conditions or family history of allergies.
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