Baby's First Biscuit

Baby's First Biscuit is a simple, melt-in-your-mouth teething biscuit designed for infants transitioning to solid foods. It typically consists of just a few ingredients like whole wheat flour, banana, and sometimes a touch of cinnamon or oats, with no added sugar or salt. Originating from modern Western baby-led weaning practices, it's a staple in homemade and commercial baby food.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This biscuit is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates and fiber, with minimal protein and fat. It provides key nutrients like iron, calcium, and potassium to support a baby's growth, with a rough calorie ballpark of 40-60 kcal per small biscuit.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	50 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	9 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	5 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Potassium	50 mg
Phosphorus	40 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg
Niacin (B3)	1 mg
Folate	15 mcg
Zinc	0.3 mg

Per 1 biscuit (15 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes it unique is its intentional design: it's hard enough for a baby to gnaw on to soothe sore gums, but dissolves quickly with saliva to prevent choking. Nutritionally, it's often fortified with iron, a critical nutrient for infants.