Milk Ladder Recipes

This resource has been designed to support families and healthcare professionals using the milk ladder as part of a gradual and safe reintroduction of milk. Inside, you’ll find clear, step-by-step recipes for Steps 1–3, adapted from the original iMAP/MAP guidance, with helpful notes on ingredients such as different flours, dairy-free alternatives, and how cooking methods affect milk protein.

Each recipe is simple to follow, uses everyday ingredients, and includes guidance on portion size and milk-protein content. You’ll also find practical tips on serving suggestions, batch cooking, storing food safely, and adapting recipes for wheat or gluten-free diets.

Whether you’re just beginning the milk ladder or looking for new ways to prepare baked milk foods, this guide provides supportive, reliable recipes to help you move forward with confidence.