Baby Butter Cookie: Little One’s First Cookie for 8 Month Baby & Up

A simple, 3 ingredient cookie recipe if baby is starting finger foods and trying out different textures. I am always on the search for healthy, nutritious snacks to have on hand and this one does not disappoint! Who doesn’t love a butter cookie, I know I do. Baby Butter Cookies are delightful, soft, and lightly sweetened treats specifically designed for little ones. These cookies are made with simple, wholesome ingredients, ensuring they are gentle on a baby’s developing digestive system while providing a tasty and satisfying snack. Made with oat flour for added fiber and nutrients, unsalted butter for healthy fats, and sweetened with a spotty banana, these cookies are both nourishing and delicious.

Why These Baby Butter Cookies Are Great for Babies:

3 Simple Ingredients – No refined sugar, no eggs, no artificial flavors—just butter, oats, and banana.
Naturally Sweet – The banana provides natural sweetness, eliminating the need for added sugar.
Soft and Baby-Friendly – These cookies have a soft, melt-in-the-mouth texture, making them a perfect baby snack.
Nutrient-Dense – Packed with healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins, they help support brain development and digestion. Don’t be afraid of a little grass-fed butter for baby, it is an excellent healthy fat, rich in Omega 3 and Omega 6, which is crucial for baby’s brain development in the first year of life.
Easy to Hold – The small cookie shape is ideal for baby-led weaning (BLW) and tiny hands to grasp.

Ingredients & Substitutions:

Oats- I used instant oats, but you can use rolled oats as well. You can replace oats with almond flour if preferred.

Banana- This recipe needs banana, this is what gives flavor and helps sweeten the cookie.

Grass-Fed Unsalted Butter- You can substitute the butter with coconut oil for dairy-free option.

Optional Additions:

A pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
A drop of vanilla extract for natural sweetness.

What you need:

Baking Tray

Parchment Paper

If you enjoyed this recipe, here are a few more baby snacks you can explore:

Peanut Butter Jelly Cookie

BLW Applesauce Cookies

Peanut Butter Banana Baby Puffs

Sweet Potato Banana Baby Puffs