iMAP biscuit recipe for step 1 of the milk ladder
Ok, so you’re ready to start the milk ladder! In this post I’m going to answer all your questions on step 1 of the milk ladder!
Starting step one of the milk ladder can feel like a huge deal, and parents have usually had quite a journey before getting here! But it’s also a really exciting to think that your little one might be starting to tolerate milk again soon – even if just in tiny amounts.
Before you start, check in with your healthcare team and check its safe to do so at home and that the iMAP 6-step milk ladder is for you. Read my guide to step 1 of the milk ladder here
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iMAP biscuit recipe for step 1 of the milk ladder
YOU NEED
1 cup flour (125g)
1 teaspoon of skimmed milk powder
1/4 cup dairy free spread (50g)
1/4 - 1/3 cup of grated or pureed fruit like grated apple or mashed banana or grated vegan / milk free cheese (if you prefer a savoury option)
1-2 tablespoons of water (add as much as needed to get a workable consistency, you may need more if not adding puree or mashed fruit and less if you are)
TO MAKE
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees
Mix the flour and milk powder in a bowl, rub in the dairy free spread, then stir through the fruit or grated vegan cheese - whatever you decide to use
Roll out with a rolling pin and then cut evenly into 20 finger sized shapes
Alternatively, you could roll the dough into an oblong and then cut into 20 rounds, before flattening each round with a fork or your finger
Bake the biscuits for 10-15 mins in an oven
Adapted for whole milk instead of skimmed milk powder- iMAP biscuit recipe
YOU NEED
1 cup flour (125g)
1/4 cup dairy free spread (50g)
1/4 - 1/3 cup of grated or pureed fruit like grated apple or mashed banana or grated vegan / milk free cheese (if you prefer a savoury option)
4 teaspoons of cows milk (20 mls)
TO MAKE
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees
Add the flour to a bowl, add the milk and rub in the dairy free spread, then stir through the fruit or grated vegan cheese - whatever you decide to use
Roll out with a rolling pin and then cut evenly into 20 finger sized shapes
Alternatively, you could roll the dough into an oblong and then cut into 20 rounds, before flattening each round with a fork or your finger
Bake the biscuits for 10-15 mins in an oven
Milk ladder instructions
Day 1: 1 biscuit*
Target portion= 3 finger biscuits
*Your dietitian may recommend starting with a smaller amount than this initially
Download all the original iMAP milk ladder recipes here.
