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Can babies eat blackberry?
Blackberry can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage.
How to cook blackberry for a baby
- Method
- Raw or Lightly Cooked
- Texture
- Smooth purée
How you cut and serve blackberry changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare blackberry, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Blend or mash and strain seeds for a smooth purée.
- 9 to 11 months
- Mashed or stirred into yogurt or oatmeal.
- 12 to 17 months
- Halved or quartered — never serve whole.
- 18 months and over
- Halved — soft enough for most toddlers.
Choking risk
Whole blackberries can be a choking hazard. Always mash or halve first.
Watch: Safe berry preparation
Is blackberry an allergen?
Blackberry 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 blackberry good for babies?
Blackberries have one of the highest antioxidant levels of any fruit. Rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and fibre. Their deep purple colour comes from anthocyanins, which support brain health and memory development. Seeds can be strained for younger babies.
- Anthocyanins
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin K
Storing blackberry
In the fridge
3 Days. Refrigerate in a single layer in a shallow container
In the freezer
12 Months. Freeze on a tray then transfer to a freezer bag
Goes well with
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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.