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Apple
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Apple
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 4.6 mg |
| Fibre | 2.4 g |
| Potassium | 107 mg |
Not a common allergen. It is not on the UK list of 14 foods that must be declared on labels.
How to serve Apple to babies
6–8 months
Mashed
Cook until soft, or grate. Raw apple is a choking risk.
9–11 months
Mashed
Still cooked or grated, not raw chunks.
12–24 months
Batons
Thin raw slices only once chewing is confident — never round chunks.
Watch out for
- Prepare it rightunder 36 months
Hard raw fruit and vegetables are a choking risk. Grate, mash, steam or simmer them, or cut into slices rather than small chunks.
NHS Best Start in Life: preparing food safely for babies
Per 100 g from CoFID (13-015). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
Recipes
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Apple Slice Waffles with Cinnamon Sugar
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Soft Apple Cake
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45 min · Serves 9
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Soft Apple Cinnamon Cookies
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45 min · Serves 12
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Apple: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat apple?
The earliest stage on this page is 6–8 months: Cook until soft, or grate. Raw apple is a choking risk.
How do I cut and serve apple for my baby?
6–8 months (Mashed): Cook until soft, or grate. Raw apple is a choking risk.
9–11 months (Mashed): Still cooked or grated, not raw chunks.
12–24 months (Batons): Thin raw slices only once chewing is confident — never round chunks.
Is apple a choking hazard for babies?
Hard raw fruit and vegetables are a choking risk. Grate, mash, steam or simmer them, or cut into slices rather than small chunks. Source: NHS Best Start in Life: preparing food safely for babies.