Dried Jujube for Babies

Complete guide on how to prepare and serve dried jujube to your baby, by age.

Rich in AntioxidantsIron-RichImmune-SupportiveEnergy BoostingHigh in FiberSupports Digestion

Safety Information

Allergen Risk

Very Low (1/5)

Choking Hazard

Very High (5/5)

6–9 Months 9–18 Months 18+ Months

How to Serve Dried Jujube to a 6–9 Months Old

How to Cut

Dried jujubes pose a very high choking risk and are not recommended as finger foods for this age. If offering, always remove the pit, and consider soaking the fruit in warm water until very soft, then mash or purée completely to reduce risk. Serve a small amount (about 1-2 teaspoons or 5-10 grams) as part of a meal that also includes iron-rich foods and easily digestible fruits. Never leave baby unattended while eating dried jujube.

Serving Instructions

Dried jujube is not a starter food due to its high choking hazard. If you choose to offer, do so sparingly: soak and completely purée or mash, then mix 5-10 grams (1-2 teaspoons) into iron-fortified cereals or yogurt, alongside easy-to-digest fruits and a protein-rich food for a balanced meal. Avoid offering the whole or sliced dried fruit at this age, and always supervise your baby closely.

How to Serve Dried Jujube to a 9–18 Months Old

How to Cut

Continue to remove the pit and chop dried jujube into very small pieces (no larger than 0.5 cm or 1/4 inch). You can also soak the chopped fruit in warm water or unsweetened apple juice to soften it further, then mash or finely chop. Serve as a topping to oatmeal, yogurt, or on soft bread. Offer a small portion (up to 1 tablespoon or 10-15 grams), and always supervise. Dried fruit is sticky and can still stick to the roof of the mouth, so monitor carefully and offer water alongside.

Serving Instructions

Chop dried jujube into tiny, pit-free pieces, soak until soft if needed, or mash finely. Offer up to 1 tablespoon (10-15 grams) as a mix-in for oatmeal, yogurt, or soft bread, always paired with fresh fruit or vegetables and a protein source for balance. Monitor closely—dried fruit is sticky and may adhere to the mouth. Best served occasionally as part of a varied, iron-rich diet.

How to Serve Dried Jujube to a 18+ Months Old

How to Cut

For toddlers over 18 months, always remove the pit and chop dried jujube into kid-safe, bite-sized pieces (no more than 1 cm or 1/2 inch). You may continue to soak the pieces to soften if needed. Dried jujube can be added to trail mix, porridge, or enjoyed plain with close supervision. Limit serving to 1-2 tablespoons (10-20 grams) due to high sugar content and stickiness. Always sit with children while eating dried fruits and offer alongside water to prevent sticking in the mouth or throat.

Serving Instructions

Dried jujube is appropriate for toddlers over 18 months if cut into small, pit-free pieces (max 1 cm or 1/2 inch). Serve up to 2 tablespoons (10-20 grams) as a snack or add to trail mix, oatmeal, or baked goods, ensuring it's paired with fresh produce and a protein or fat source to balance the natural sugars. Always give under supervision, and offer water to reduce stickiness. Limit frequency to avoid excess sugar intake.