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Can babies eat peach?
Peach can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage.
How to cook peach for a baby
- Method
- Raw or Lightly Steamed
- Ready in
- 5 Min.
- Texture
- Smooth purée
How you cut and serve peach changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare peach, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Peel, stone, and blend ripe peach to a smooth purée.
- 9 to 11 months
- Soft mash or small peeled pieces.
- 12 to 17 months
- Small diced pieces, skin and stone removed.
- 18 months and over
- Bite-size chunks they can self-feed.
Is peach an allergen?
Peach 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 peach good for babies?
Peaches provide beta-carotene, vitamin C, and potassium to support healthy vision, immunity, and muscle function. Their natural enzymes support gentle digestion. The soft, juicy texture of a ripe peach requires minimal preparation — a quick peel and mash is all you need.
- Vit C
- Beta-Carotene
- Potassium
- Vit A
- Fiber
Storing peach
In the fridge
2 Days. Refrigerate cut peach in a sealed container
In the freezer
3 Months. Peel, stone, slice, and freeze in a single layer
Goes well with
Baby recipes with peach
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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.