Babyfood, crackers, vegetable
Whole food · Baby Foods
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These are tiny, crunchy crackers designed for babies learning to self-feed, typically made from a blend of vegetable purées and whole grains. They dissolve easily on the tongue with a mild, savory flavor and a texture that's firm enough to gnaw but safe for developing gums. Nutritionally, they are a calorie-dense snack, providing a significant energy boost from carbohydrates and fats for active, growing toddlers.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 56% carbs · 37% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents love them for their mess-free convenience and as a reliable tool for teaching babies to eat solid foods independently. The mild, veggie-infused taste is often a hit with little ones transitioning from purees.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high carbohydrate and sugar content (13g per 100g) can contribute to blood sugar spikes if offered in large quantities or too frequently. They are also a processed food, often containing added sodium. To counteract this, pair them with a protein or healthy fat like mashed avocado or full-fat yogurt, and practice strict portion control.
Key benefits
- Supports fine motor skill development through pincer grasp practice
- Provides a convenient, portable source of energy for on-the-go snacking
- Often fortified with iron, a crucial nutrient for infant development
- Introduces savory flavors and vegetable tastes in a palatable form
- Dissolves easily, reducing choking risk compared to harder snacks
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The specific 'dissolve-in-mouth' texture is achieved through precise extrusion cooking, a process that uses heat and pressure to gelatinize starches, creating a structure that breaks down rapidly with saliva.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.0 g |
| Energy | 477 kcal |
| Energy | 1997 kj |
| Protein | 8.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 19.6 g |
| Ash | 3.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 66.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 4.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 41.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 4.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 37.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 198 mg |
| Potassium, K | 245 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 633 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.90 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.13 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.77 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 13.7 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 50.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.35 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.33 mg |
| Niacin | 4.0 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.47 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.12 mg |
| Folate, total | 86.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 70.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 16.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 135 ug |
| Choline, total | 10.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 179 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1760 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 739 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 27.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 3571 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 65.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 8.1 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 7.5 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.04 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.25 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.06 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 7.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.0 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.80 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.82 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.19 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 15.8 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 15.6 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.18 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.0 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.97 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Babyfood, grape juice, no sugar, canned — USDA does not publish this profile for Babyfood.
| Threonine | 0.02 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.01 g |
| Leucine | 0.02 g |
| Lysine | 0.02 g |
| Methionine | 0.03 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.02 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.02 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g |
| Histidine | 0.03 g |
| Alanine | 0.04 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.10 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.18 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.03 g |
| Serine | 0.04 g |
FAQ
At what age can my baby start eating these crackers?
They are typically introduced around 8-10 months, once a baby has mastered the pincer grasp and is comfortable with soft solids. Always consult your pediatrician.
Are these a healthy daily snack?
While convenient, they are a processed snack food. It's best to offer them occasionally and balance them with whole foods like fresh fruit, steamed veggies, or cheese.
How do I store an opened package?
For maximum freshness and crunch, transfer the crackers to an airtight container and consume within 5-7 days. They can become stale quickly once exposed to air.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 4.77 kcal/g · 7% calories from protein · 4.0 g fiber · 13.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 2.58 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.