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Can babies eat pear?
Pear can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage.
How to cook pear for a baby
- Method
- Steamed or Poached
- Ready in
- 8 Min.
- Texture
- Smooth purée
How you cut and serve pear changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare pear, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Steam until very tender, blend until completely smooth.
- 9 to 11 months
- Soft mashed or small steamed pieces.
- 12 to 17 months
- Small diced pieces — ripe raw pear is soft enough.
- 18 months and over
- Bite-size pieces with skin removed.
Is pear an allergen?
Pear 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 pear good for babies?
Pears are one of the least allergenic fruits, making them an ideal first food. Rich in vitamin C, copper, and fibre. Their mild sweetness and gentle digestive effect make them soothing for babies experiencing constipation or digestive discomfort.
- Vit C
- Copper
- Fiber
- Folate
- Vit K
Storing pear
In the fridge
3 Days. Refrigerate purée in a sealed airtight container
In the freezer
3 Months. Freeze in small portions — pear freezes exceptionally well
Goes well with
Baby recipes with pear
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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.