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Simple Omelet for Baby

omelet cut into strips for baby on a grey plate with strawberries.
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This simple omelet recipe for babies is super simple to make, incredibly nutritious, and easy for babies to grasp and eat. Increase the flavor and nutrition with endless filling options! 

Ingredients

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  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp milk (or water)
  • 1 tbsp grated cheddar or other cheese
  • butter or oil, for the skillet
  • optional: any other fillings (see post above for suggestions)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk the egg and milk until well combined and fluffy.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium to medium-low heat. 
  3. Add the butter or oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom.
  4. Pour the egg into the pan without stirring. Cook, covered, until the top is not yet set, about 1-2 minutes. 
  5. Before the egg is fully set, add the cheese and/or any other fillings. Sprinkle evenly over the egg in a thin layer.
  6. Use a spatula to carefully flip one side over the other, folding it in half. Continue cooking, covered, until the center is set, about 1 minute more.
  7. Carefully slide the omelet from the skillet and cut into 'fingers' or strips the length and width of 1-2 adult fingers. Cool before serving to baby.

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Notes

  • Use a lid to cover the omelet during cooking to help the top firm up before folding over. This will help the whole thing cook quickly so the bottom doesn't burn. If you notice the bottom is cooking too fast, move the pan off of the heat for a bit and cover to cook the top.

  • Don't over-cook before flipping, or your fillings won't stick to the egg and the omelet might break down the middle. Add the cheese or fillings when the egg hasn't quite set and spread them evenly in a thin layer.

  • Add eggs as needed to make a bigger omelet to share. Just keep the egg-to-milk ratio (1 tbsp milk per egg) the same. Once you get past about 3 eggs, use a bigger pan.

  • You can use half and half or cream in place of milk if needed.

  • For dairy-free, you can use water in place of the milk and omit the cheese. Try using one of the other filling suggestions above!

  • Feel free to add any seasonings you like to the egg mixture, such as pepper, salt (I'm not worried about a small amount for babies), turmeric, or paprika.

Find it online: https://babyledbliss.com/omelet-for-baby/