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Can babies eat banana?
Banana can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage.
How to serve banana for a baby
- Method
- None / Raw
- Texture
- Smooth mash
How you cut and serve banana changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare banana, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Mash or blend to a smooth purée with no lumps.
- 9 to 11 months
- Soft small pieces or thick mash — finger-food size.
- 12 to 17 months
- Thin half-moon slices, never full rounds.
- 18 months and over
- Small bite-size chunks they can pick up themselves.
Choking risk
Always supervise your baby during meals. Ensure food is prepared to the right size and texture for their age.
Watch: How to avoid choking
Is banana an allergen?
Banana is not one of the main food allergens. Any new food can cause a reaction the first time it is offered, so give it on its own and stay with your baby while they eat.
Is banana good for babies?
Bananas are rich in potassium, which supports healthy heart function and muscle development. The natural sugars provide quick, gentle energy — perfect for active little ones. Soft texture makes them ideal for early eaters.
- Potassium
- Vit B6
- Fiber
- Vit C
- Magnesium
Storing banana
In the fridge
2 Days. Keep refrigerated in a sealed container after mashing
In the freezer
3 Months. Freeze mashed banana in portions for convenience
Goes well with
- Brown Rice
- Cheddar Cheese
- Greek Yogurt
- Cottage Cheese
- Butter
- Cream Cheese
- Kefir
- Yogurt
- Ricotta
- Mozzarella
- Goat Cheese
- Whole Milk
Baby recipes with banana
- Banana Oat Pancakes
- Banana & Oat Energy Balls
- Avocado & Banana Smash
- Banana Blueberry Smoothie
- Banana Mango Dream
- Banana Oat Porridge
- Coconut Banana Smoothie
- Peanut Butter Banana Oats
- Prune & Banana Oat Porridge
- Pumpkin & Banana Purée
- Date & Banana Oat Balls
- Mini Banana Oat Pancakes
See all 16 recipes with banana and more
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This page is general information based on NHS weaning guidance, not medical advice. Always stay with your baby while they eat. If you have concerns about allergies, choking or your baby's development, speak to your health visitor or GP.