Safe ways to serve apple to your baby at 6, 9, and 12 months. Learn baby-led weaning–friendly cuts, textures, and safety tips.
🍼 Why Apples Are Great First Foods
Apples are rich in fiber, vitamin C, and natural sweetness — but they must be prepared safely for babies. Raw apple is a choking hazard, so texture and cooking method matter.
🍎 How to Serve Apple at 6 Months
Goal: soft, graspable, safe for gums
✅ Best options:
Steamed apple wedges (skin removed)
Very soft apple sticks
Mashed apple (no sugar)
❌ Avoid:
Raw apple
Thin slices
Hard chunks
🧠 Tip: Apple should be soft enough to mash between fingers.
🍏 How to Serve Apple at 9 Months
Goal: encourage chewing and finger control
✅ Best options:
Soft apple cubes
Finely chopped steamed apple
Apple mixed into oatmeal or yogurt
❌ Avoid:
Raw slices
Large hard pieces
🧠 Tip: Slight resistance helps chewing skills.
🍎 How to Serve Apple at 12 Months
Goal: variety & real textures
✅ Best options:
Small apple pieces
Lightly cooked apple with peel
Apple slices with skin (thin, soft)
❌ Avoid:
Whole raw apple
Hard rounds
⚠️ Safety Notes
Always cook apples for babies under 12 months
Introduce one new food at a time
Supervise during meals
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