This is a recipe your baby will love… and so will the rest of the family! It has a slightly lumpy texture and a delicious vanilla flavor. It’s great as a dessert or snack for babies and grown-ups alike.
It’s a very easy, quick porridge to make. You can prepare it with formula, breast milk or cow’s milk (from 12 months). It’s delicious whichever way you make it.
How to make wheat or corn semolina porridge for babies
- Cut the vanilla bean in half lengthwise with the tip of a sharp knife.
- Pour the milk into a small saucepan and add the split vanilla bean.
- Gently heat the milk over low heat without letting it boil.
- When it’s about to boil, pour in the semolina and turn the heat down.
- Cook for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly. The semolina will swell with the milk and thicken.
- When it’s cooked, remove the vanilla bean.
- Pour the porridge into a bowl and let it cool. It can be eaten lukewarm or straight from the fridge, like a dessert.
Tips and tricks
- Wheat semolina contains gluten, so only give this porridge to your baby if you’re sure they tolerate it.
- If your baby is over 12 months old, you can make this dish with whole cow’s milk.
- Add a little very finely chopped fruit or applesauce. It will taste delicious!
