Holle Organic Baby Formula Stage 4 is an organic cow's milk toddler formula for little ones from 12 months, and it can be enjoyed through the third year. It is served as part of a mixed diet, 1 to 2 milk meals a day alongside family meals, not as the sole source of nutrition.
 

By this age, your toddler eats at the table. Stage 4 is designed for that life: a lighter recipe made to be drunk from a cup, with iron stepping up to 1.0 mg per 100 ml right when picky-eating days begin, iodine that supports normal cognitive development, and vitamins C and D for the immune system. The recipe is organic through and through, with DHA from plant-based algae oil, no corn syrup, and no soy.
 

This clean toddler milk is crafted in Germany for the German market and comes in a 600 g (21.2 oz) box. The label is in German, so we translated the preparation instructions, feeding chart, and ingredient info into English here.
 

This formula has a 5-star rating from many parents in our store. "We have been using Holle formula, both goat and cow milks. The babes love their formula, no spitting up, and no upset tummies."
 

Key Facts at a Glance
 

• Age: from 12 months, as part of a mixed diet, usable through the third year
• Made to be drunk from a cup, 1 to 2 milk meals a day alongside family meals
• Certified EU Organic: organic feed, no GMOs, EU animal-welfare rules
• Iron, 1.0 mg per 100 ml, a real step up from Stage 3, for healthy blood and a fast-developing brain
• Iodine supports normal cognitive development
• Vitamins C and D for the immune system, with calcium for growing bones and teeth
• ALA omega-3 for brain and nerve cells, plus DHA, 13 mg per 100 ml (3.4 fl oz), for brain and eyesight
• About 64 kcal per 100 ml (3.4 fl oz), a lighter feed sized for toddlers who eat at the table
• Vegetarian: the DHA comes from algae oil, not fish oil. Halal certified
• No corn syrup, no soy, no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives

What Makes This Formula Special
 

A one-year-old is a whole new person: walking, talking back in babble, and eating a little of everything. Milk still matters, but it plays a supporting role now. Holle Organic Baby Formula Stage 4 was built around that shift. The recipe is lighter, about 64 kcal per 100 ml, so it rounds out family meals without filling your toddler up before dinner, and it is intended for drinking from a cup, a small rite of passage many toddlers are proud of.
 

Iron deserves the spotlight here. Toddler diets are famously unpredictable, and iron is one of the most common gaps. Stage 4 steps iron up to 1.0 mg per 100 ml, supporting oxygen transport, energy, and cognitive development on days when lunch was three peas and a breadstick. Iodine, another nutrient many toddler diets run short on, supports normal cognitive development, while vitamins C and D back up the immune system and calcium builds bones and teeth that are getting plenty of use.
 

The base stays true to Holle: organic skim milk and whey, lactose leading the carbohydrates with a little organic starch and maltodextrin for a smooth, satisfying cup, and organic vegetable oils including palm oil from certified sustainable cultivation. The DHA comes from plant-based algae oil, so the recipe stays vegetarian.
 

Stepping up from Holle Organic Baby Formula Stage 3? The switch is seamless: the same organic milk and mild taste, now with more iron and a lighter feel that suits a toddler eating real meals. Stage 4 is the final step in the Holle cow range, so there is no next stage to plan for; it simply grows with your little one until regular milk takes over. Curious what else fits this age? Our Stage 4 collection gathers all our toddler formulas for 12 to 36 months in one place.
 

Safety, Quality and Animal Welfare
 

Holle has been making organic baby food since 1933 and holds a high bar for farming and animal welfare. The cows used for this milk have year-round outdoor access under EU organic rules, and Holle tests every batch before release. Independent US testing recently examined dozens of infant formulas for heavy metals and other unwanted chemicals, and Holle earned top marks.
 

EU baby formula follows strict European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) rules, including required DHA, staged iron by age, and no corn syrup solids. Those rules are a higher bar than FDA formula standards and apply to all EU and UK formulas we carry. Read more in our EU vs US formula guide.
 

Why Parents Trust Holle Bio Cow Stage 4
 

Families who reach Stage 4 have usually been with Holle for a while, and it shows in the reviews. "We have been using Holle formula, both goat and cow milks. The babes love their formula, no spitting up, no upset tummies," one parent wrote, and another kept it short and sweet: "Great formula!" Settled tummies, toddlers who love their milk, and the ease of staying with a brand they trust are what we hear most.
 

Why Choose Holle Organic Cow Formula Stage 4?
 

• Fills the iron and iodine gaps that picky toddler eating leaves behind
• A lighter cup that complements family meals instead of replacing them
• Vitamins, minerals, and omega-3s that plain cow's milk does not bring
• Made for cup drinking, an easy step toward big-kid habits
• The trusted organic Holle recipe your child may already know from earlier stages

If your toddler is 12 months or older and you want more nutritional backup than plain milk can offer, Holle Stage 4 is the one to consider. It turns 1 to 2 milk moments a day into dependable organic nutrition—a proud toddler with their own cup, and one less thing for you to worry about.
 

Why Order from Organic Formula Shop?
 

Organic Formula Shop receives this formula directly from Holle. It goes from the manufacturer to our temperature-controlled warehouse, then straight to you using our trusted partners. The supply chain is short, transparent, and reliable.
 

Because of our high order volume, we regularly receive fresh batches. Every box is 100% authentic and arrives in original sealed packaging with a guaranteed minimum 6-month shelf life. Your order ships with free express delivery in 2 to 4 business days, and the price you see already includes all customs and duties. We carefully pack every order to help prevent damage in transit.
 

Parents who order with us call us "a solid, credible company to order from." Our dedicated customer support can help with any questions from both US and EU time zones. Parents have left thousands of reviews, with a 4.9/5 star average, and we have shipped 270,000+ orders worldwide.
 

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• Formula calculator to see exactly how many boxes you need
• Formula Finder for a quick personal recommendation
• Full Holle collection

What's Included
 

• 600 g (21.2 oz) of formula powder, good for about 47 servings of 100 ml (3.4 fl oz)
• Measuring scoop, 4.2 g (0.15 oz) per 30 ml of water
• Feeding chart with recommended amounts: 1 to 2 milk meals a day at this age
• About 64 kcal per 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) prepared
• German labeling, with our English preparation instructions and ingredient info
• Holle uses the European date format (DD/MM/YYYY)

Frequently Asked Questions
 

What age is Holle Stage 4 for?
It is a toddler formula for ages 12 months and up and can be used through the third year. Serve it as part of a mixed diet, typically 1 to 2 milk meals a day alongside family meals, ideally from a cup.
 

What is the difference between Holle Stage 3 and Stage 4?
Stage 4 steps iron up to 1.0 mg per 100 ml, adds iodine as a highlighted nutrient for cognitive development, and uses a lighter recipe of about 64 kcal per 100 ml that suits a toddler who eats real meals. It is also intended for cup drinking rather than a bottle.
 

Why choose this over plain cow's milk?
Plain milk brings calcium and protein, but Stage 4 adds iron, iodine, vitamins C and D, and omega-3s including DHA, exactly the nutrients unpredictable toddler diets tend to miss. Many families use it as dependable backup during the picky-eating years, always as part of a mixed diet.
 

Is Holle Stage 4 vegetarian?
Yes. The DHA comes from plant-based algae oil rather than fish oil, and the recipe contains no fish ingredients. It is also Halal certified.
 

How long does one box last?
The 600 g (21.2 oz) box makes about 47 servings of 100 ml (3.4 fl oz), using the included scoop (4.2 g) per 30 ml of water. At 1 to 2 milk meals a day, one box typically lasts two to three weeks. Our formula calculator shows exactly how many boxes you need for your little one's age.
 

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Any questions? Please contact our dedicated and friendly customer support team.
 

Always consult your pediatrician before introducing or switching any formula.
 

Skimmed milk*, whey product* (partially demineralized whey powder), vegetable oils* (palm oil*, sunflower oil*, rapeseed oil*), maltodextrin*, starch*, calcium carbonate, oil from the microalga Schizochytrium sp. (source of DHA), potassium chloride, calcium salts of orthophosphoric acid, vitamin C, L-tyrosine, sodium chloride, L-tryptophan, magnesium carbonate, ferrous sulphate, vitamin E, zinc sulphate, niacin, pantothenic acid, copper sulphate, vitamin B1, vitamin A, vitamin B6, manganese sulphate, folic acid, potassium iodide, sodium selenite, vitamin K, vitamin D, biotin, vitamin B12.
 

* from organic farming
- 100g of milk powder is made from 178ml of skimmed milk.
- The palm oil is from sustainable cultivation.
- The DHA in this product is plant-based, obtained from algae rather than fish oil.
- Allergens: Milk (cow).

Please be aware that this product is manufactured according to European Union nutritional standards. Consequently, it may not meet the requirements of customers outside the EU.

NOTE: Holle Cow Stage 4 uses a two-step mixing method, and Holle intends this stage to be drunk from a cup.


1. Wash your hands and sterilize the cup or bottle before use.
2. Boil fresh drinking water and let it cool. Do not re-boil water.
3. Pour HALF of the required water into the sterilized bottle.
4. Add the correct number of leveled scoops using only the scoop provided. Scoop size: 4.2g. Fill the scoop loosely and level it with the back of a knife.
5. Close and shake vigorously until the powder is fully dissolved.
6. Add the REMAINING HALF of the water and shake again.
7. Cool to drinking temperature, approximately 37°C (98°F), and test on the inside of your wrist before feeding. 
 

Important Information:

• Only use the scoop provided in the can.
• Do not make feeds weaker or stronger than indicated by adding extra water/scoops, and do not add anything else to the milk.
• Always freshly prepare formula and do not prepare in advance. Use immediately, and discard leftovers at the end of the feed.
• Do not heat a bottle in a microwave as hot spots may occur, which could cause scalding.
• All opened formula should be used within 21 days. Never use the formula beyond its expiration date. The expiration date on the formula box/tin is listed according to European standard: day/month/year
• Avoid storing in areas of high heat or humidity.