Yogurt with apricot mash

Yogurt thick enough to stay on the spoon with small soft pieces of apricot, and no skin left.

Let it stand briefly rather than serving it straight from the fridge. Dried apricot is not used.

The apricot's stones and skin must be removed and the pieces must squash with gums. Unpasteurised dairy is not used.

Serve as soon as it is mixed; this recipe is not reheated. Throw away a half-eaten portion rather than keeping it.

Your baby should be sitting upright and someone should stay with them while they eat. Add no salt, sugar or honey; honey is not given before one year. Your baby may not have teeth yet, so every piece must be soft enough to squash with gums. Babies do not all manage the same texture at the same age — follow your baby's pace rather than pushing. If your baby has an allergy, eczema, or a family history of allergy, talk to your GP or health visitor before introducing new foods. Introduce foods that can trigger an allergic reaction one at a time and in small amounts, so you can spot any reaction.