1. Wash the pear well and cut away the core. Slice into long wedges about 1–1.5 cm thick so your toddler can hold them (for a 10+ month old, make sure pieces are larger than bite-sized to encourage grasping and reduce choking risk).
2. If the pear is firm, soften the wedges by steaming for 2–3 minutes or microwaving in a microwave-safe dish for 20–40 seconds until tender but not mushy. Let the pear cool completely to hand temperature.
3. Lightly toast the whole-grain bread until just golden (to make it easier for little hands to hold and for safe chewing). Let it cool well.
4. Cut the toasted bread into fingers about 2 cm wide and roughly the length of the slice so they are easy for little fingers to grasp.
5. Spread or dollop cottage cheese onto each bread finger (use about 1–2 tablespoons / ~15–25 g per finger). Alternatively, serve the cottage cheese in a small dipping dish so your toddler can dip the toast.
6. Arrange the pear wedges alongside the cottage cheese toast fingers and offer on a small plate. Sit with your child and supervise closely while they self-feed.
7. Tips: Check texture and size for your child’s chewing ability; adjust pear softness and bread thickness as needed. Do not add salt or honey. Ensure all foods are cooled to a safe temperature before serving.

Summary

A simple baby-led weaning breakfast of cottage cheese and pear served on whole-grain toast fingers. Suitable for babies 10+ months who are developing pincer/grasp skills and are ready for soft solids. This is a solid, non-pureed finger-food breakfast that encourages self-feeding and exploration.

Storing

Store components separately. Keep cottage cheese refrigerated at 4°C or below and use within 48 hours once opened. Prepared pear wedges in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Toasted bread is best served fresh; if stored, keep wrapped at room temperature for up to 24 hours or in the fridge up to 48 hours (bread may dry out). Do not leave food at room temperature for long—discard after 2 hours if left out.

Allergies

Contains dairy (cottage cheese) and gluten (whole-grain bread). Check for known milk or wheat allergies before serving. Introduce new foods one at a time and watch for reactions.

Side effects & safety

Always supervise mealtimes to reduce choking risk. Cut food to sizes appropriate for your child’s ability and offer soft textures. Avoid adding salt, sugar or honey for infants under 1 year. If you have concerns about allergies or feeding readiness, consult your paediatrician.