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7 Month Old Baby Food - Food Chart, Meal, Plan, Meal Ideas

Published: Oct 27, 2022 by Dora · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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A 7 month old baby can eat most things, but sometimes it is confusing how much, when, and what to feed them - see this helpful 7 month old baby food chart, meal plans, meal ideas, puree recipes and finger food ideas.

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If you’ve started your baby on purees, at 6 months these were most likely smooth purees.

So at 7 months we can move to more textured purees. If you’re ready that is. If you do choose to experiment with textures, this would only be a slight change from smooth purees.

So instead of preparing really smooth purees in a blender, you can just stop blending a little earlier (or you can mash the soft cooked food with a fork).

As with a 6 month old baby, you should introduce food one by one, to make sure no allergies are present (following the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Dietetic Association and World Health Organization)

Carrot baby food options - puree, mashed, baby-led weaning

Food for 7 month baby chart / diet chart

The sample menu below is based on FAO/WHO/UNU Energy Requirements for an average 7-month-old who weighs 19 lbs (8.6kg).

These meal plans were developed by Dora Babic-Cikos, Phd, our resident nutritionist.

If your baby is bigger or smaller than this that is ok. Every baby is different and this is just an average.

This is not a personalized plan, so please bear this disclaimer in mind.

The Food Chart Table for a 7 month old baby shows the recommendations in servings for all the food groups but at this age, it is not important that all food groups are included each day.

Babies are at this age starting to explore new textures and tastes so it is more guidance on how much of a food group to serve in a meal rather than including all food groups throughout the day.

food for 7 month baby chart

You can check out the Wean With Confidence for a full 6-12 Month Meal Plan here (7 months of nutritionist-made meal plans and over 100 recipes where you choose whether you want baby-led weaning or puree).

Foods for 7 month old baby

mixed colored carrots on white background

Any food can be given to a seven month old baby other than honey. Honey is not allowed until the child is 1 years old due to botulism concerns.

Food can be given to babies as purees/mashed, or as baby-led weaning.

  • breastmilk/formula is still the main source of nutrition
  • fruits
    • banana
    • cooked apple
    • pears,
    • mango
    • blueberries
    • raspberries
    • blackberries
    • plums
    • nectarines
    • peaches
    • pineapple
    • melon
  • vegetables
    • broccoli
    • cauliflower
    • parsnips
    • peas
    • spinach
    • zucchini
    • eggplant
    • carrots
    • asparagus
    • butternut squash
    • sweet potato
    • potato
    • avocado
    • carrots
    • beetroot
  • grains
    • oats
    • rice (once a week due to arsenic exposure)
    • wholewheat products - pasta, bread
    • millet
    • quinoa
    • barley
    • bulgur wheat
  • protein foods
    • chicken
    • turkey
    • lamb
    • beef
    • pork
    • eggs (cooked thoroughly)
    • fish (no bones)
    • chickpeas
    • lentils
    • beans
    • tofu
  • dairy - pasteurized, no added sugar or salt
    • cheese
    • full fat yogurt
    • kefir
    • whole pasteurized full fat cow's or goat's milk can be used for cooking but as a drink wait until baby is 1 year old
  • fats
    • nut butters
    • seed butters
    • olive oil
    • avocado

Foods to avoid

  • Cow’s milk – digestive system not yet adapted
  • Low-fat milk and dairy products – cause excessive intake of protein and low intake of essential fats
  • Honey – can cause botulism
  • Salt – kidneys not sufficiently developed
  • Fruit juices – high sugar content
  • Unpasteurized products – can contain dangerous bacteria
  • Smoked & cured meats / processed food – excessive salt intake
  • High mercury fish (fresh tuna, halibut, grouper, shark) – excessive intake of mercury
  • Chocolate, especially dark – caffeine content

7 month old food menu / meal plan

The below is a sample 7 month old food menu based on the FAO/WHO/UNU Energy Requirements for an average 7-month-old who weighs 19 lbs / 8.6 kg.

If your baby is bigger or smaller or eats/wants more food or less that is fine.

We propose 3 milk feedings and 2 solid meals, but you can split them however it works for you and your family.

Each recipe can be made as a puree, baby-led weaning option or mashed food (if you are transitioning away from purees).

7 Month Old Meal Plan

food menu for 7 month old baby showing 2 recipes in meal plan

Breakfast

  • 8 oz breastmilk or formula

Lunch – Sunny Sweet Quinoa (click here for recipe)

  • 1 tablespoon quinoa (uncooked measure)
  • 2 tablespoons water to cook the quinoa
  • ½ medium-sized peach
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Snack

  • 8 oz breastmilk or formula

Dinner – Cottage Cheese Blackberry Millet (click here for recipe)

  • 2 tablespoons cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons millet (uncooked measure)
  • 4 tablespoons water to cook the millet
  • 3 blackberries
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Before bedtime

  • 8 oz breastmilk or formula

Note on water:

  • Continue giving your baby a few sips of water with each meal (see how to drink from an open cup)
  • If they seem to be drinking well, keep offering them up to around 2-3 oz (60-90ml) per meal.
  • Breastmilk/formula and solid food also contain significant amounts of water so dehydration if highly unlikely even if they only take a few sips but they should be gradually learning to drink more and more

meal plan infographic

Meal plans and baby food charts for other ages are available in the baby food charts section such as Meal plan for 6 month old baby, 8 month old baby food chart, 9 month old baby food chart, 10 month old baby food and diet chart or the 10 month old meal plan, 11 month old meal plan and 1 year old baby food chart.

Baby food recipes for 7 month old baby (breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas)

Strawberry Oatmeal
Strawberry Oatmeal – a perfect healthy recipe for your baby. Loaded with healthy carbs and antioxidants your baby will enjoy.
Check out this recipe
8 month old recipe Strawberry Oatmeal
Apple Banana Oatmeal
A great, high-calorie breakfast that's quick to make and a perfect start to the day for a 6-month-old and up!
Check out this recipe
apple banana oatmeal
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
No-cook method for oats that you can prep the night before and have breakfast for your baby/toddler (and yourself) ready as soon as you get up. Delicious and easy Apple Overnight Oats will give your baby important nutrients to help them grow.
Check out this recipe
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Banana Buckwheat Puree
An easy, tasty stage 1 baby puree. This Banana Buckwheat puree is full of calories, fiber and essential nutrients that you baby will like.
Check out this recipe
Banana Buckwheat Puree
Zucchini Sweet Potato Puree for Baby
Although vegetable purees might not be your baby's favorite, the sweet taste and creamy texture in this Zucchini Sweet Potato Puree will have them wanting more!
Check out this recipe
Zucchini Sweet Potato Puree
Apple Sweet Potato Baby Puree
Easy, healthy homemade apple sweet potato baby puree recipe that your baby will love. A perfect stage 1 baby puree recipe that your baby will love.
Check out this recipe
Apple Sweet Potato BABY Puree 15
Puree Carrots for Baby Recipe
This puree carrots for baby recipe is a great stage 1 baby food recipe that can be made in 3 ways and served either as carrot puree, carrot mash and baby-led weaning for your 6 month old baby or older. Only 5 min prep.
Check out this recipe
carrot puree in a special storage container for baby food
Chicken Butternut Squash Baby Food Recipe
Almost entirely hands-off, easy method to make the nutritious protein rich Chicken Butternut Squash Baby food recipe. Can be served to babies from 6 months old either as a stage 1 baby food puree combination, stage 2, stage 3 or as baby-led weaning.
Check out this recipe
CHICKEN BUTTERNUT SQUASH FEATURED IMAGE
Easy Red Lentil Soup Recipe for Baby
10 min prep, 30 min to cook this nutritious, tasty and easy Red Lentil baby soup recipe is perfect for a 6 month old baby and older. Can be given if you are doing baby-led weaning, for toddlers, kids and it is so delicious adults will love it. Make a big batch and freeze it for days you don't want to cook. It's naturally vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
Check out this recipe
red lentil soup for baby in a silicone baby bowl with spoon
Chicken-Carrot Mash
Chicken Carrot Mash is a quick and nutritious recipe for a 6 month old baby that is simple and can be either BLW or pureed.
Check out this recipe
6 month old recipe Chicken Carrot Mash

BLW / Finger food recipes for 7 month old baby

3-ingredient Oat Banana Pancake for Baby
Easy, healthy banana pancakes for baby are made with just 3 ingredients - oats, bananas and eggs. Made in 10 min, perfect for 6 month old baby-led weaning , toddlers and even adults love them. Great with peanut butter and fruit, as breakfast or on-the-go snack. Once you make them they will become a staple in your kitchen. Can be made with no egg (vegan), and are gluten-free and naturally dairy-free.
Check out this recipe
a pile of 3 ingredient banana oat pancakes for baby on a plate
Banana Spinach Pancakes Baby Recipe
A great way to add nutritious spinach to a baby recipes. These healthy spinach pancakes are made with just 4 ingredients - banana, oats, egg and spinach and in 10 minutes. Perfect for 6 month old baby-led weaning, toddlers, kids and even adults love them. 
Check out this recipe
banana spinach pancakes stacked for baby recipe
Zucchini Cake
Add more vegetables to your child's diet with this simple yet delicious zucchini cake – a perfect healthy snack to take with you while you're out and about!
Check out this recipe
Zucchini Cake
Mini Zucchini Pizza Bites
This easy, healthy Mini Zucchini Pizza Bites recipe is a perfect appetizer, snack, or even lunch and dinner for baby, toddlers, kids and the whole family. Made in 4 easy steps they will become a part of your family menu.
Check out this recipe
Mini Zucchini Pizza Bites
Best Red Lentil Vegan Bolognese
Rich and hearty, this delicious red lentil vegan bolognese tastes like the original, no joke. Made with healthy vegetables such as mushrooms, carrots, celery, and walnuts and finished with flavorsome bolognese herbs. The whole dish tastes almost exactly the same as an authentic bolognese yet it is healthy, vegan, and loved by babies, kids, and adults. Even my husband, who adores the original bolognese, now prefers this as it makes him feel full but light.
Check out this recipe
Red Lentil Vegan Bolognese with tagliatele
Broccoli Cheese Cakes
Broccoli Cheese Cakes - easy, quick and a perfect meal to take to the park or make a large batch and freeze for those days you don't wanna cook
Check out this recipe
10 month old recipes broccoli cheese cakes
Sweet Potato Pancakes
The BEST, super easy, and nutritious sweet potato pancakes – perfect for baby-led weaning, finger food and to take on-the-go.
Check out this recipe
sweet potato pancakes
Spinach Cornbread Muffins
15 min prep, 1 bowl, healthy and nutritious Spinach Cornbread Muffins that are great for babies and toddlers (and you will love them too)
Check out this recipe
Spinach Cornbread Muffins

Wean with Confidence eBOOK

For more recipes, meal plans, shopping lists, and just a general weight off your shoulders, check out the book Wean With Confidence, written by Dora Babic-Cikos, Phd.

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Feeding tips for seven month old baby

Free printable meal planner for baby 6,7,8,9,10,11 and 12 months old
  • offer foods one by one to control for allergies
  • print out this FREE Meal planner and the baby food chart and stick on your fridge
  • start moving from purees to textured/mashed food (or continue with BLW)
  • always be present when baby is eating
  • avoid salt and sugar
  • no honey before 1 year old
  • no cow's milk or goat's milk unless cooking
  • don't worry about how much they are eating - breastmilk/formula is still the main source of nutrition and they are exploring new foods
  • offer purees/mashed foods on a preloaded spoon (have a few spoons on hand)
  • have a great bib to minimize cleaning
  • serve food in a suction bowl so baby can scoop food out themselves
  • teach them to drink little sips from an open cup from the beginning
  • notice when baby is full because they will start turning their head away, clamp lips, throw food on the floor, spit food out, push food away

More seven month old Baby Recipes

  • 3-ingredient Oat Banana Pancakes for Baby
  • 10 Min No-Bake Energy Balls
  • Broccoli Cheese Cakes
  • Sugar-free Oat Cake for Babies
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