Teething Biscuits

Teething biscuits, also known as teething rusks or zwieback, are hard, dry biscuits designed for infants to gnaw on during the teething process. They are typically made from simple, mild ingredients like flour, sugar, and butter or oil, and are often flavored with vanilla or other gentle spices. Originating in Europe, they are now a common baby food staple in many Western countries.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These biscuits are primarily a source of carbohydrates for energy, with a small amount of fat and minimal protein. They are generally low in essential nutrients, serving more as a soothing tool than a significant food source, and a single biscuit typically contains around 40-60 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	2.5 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	80 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Phosphorus	40 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Zinc	0.5 mg

Per 2 biscuits (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, they represent a practical solution passed down through generations to soothe teething discomfort. Nutritionally, their key feature is their unique texture—hard enough to massage sore gums but designed to dissolve slowly to reduce choking risk.