Lychee for Babies

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

High in Vitamin CImmune-SupportiveHydratingFiber-RichAntioxidant-Rich

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 Lychee to a 6–9 Months Old

How to Cut

Lychees are a serious choking hazard due to their round, firm shape and slippery texture. For babies 6-9 months, remove the peel and pit completely, as both are inedible and could cause choking. Mash the lychee flesh thoroughly with a fork, or blend it until smooth. Serve as a puree on its own or mixed with iron-rich foods like yogurt or oatmeal. Ensure there are no chunks or stringy bits. Portion should be about 1-2 lychees (30-40g or 1-1.4oz) as part of a balanced meal, alongside other fruits and a source of protein or fat.

Serving Instructions

Offer mashed or pureed lychee as a small taste experience, as part of a wider balanced meal. Portion size is 1-2 lychees (30-40g or 1-1.4oz) mixed with iron-rich foods (like fortified infant cereal or yogurt) and a source of healthy fats. Always supervise closely, and never serve whole or chunked lychee at this age.

How to Serve Lychee to a 9–18 Months Old

How to Cut

At this age, lychee still poses a high choking risk, especially if served whole or in chunks. Always peel and remove the pit. For children just starting finger foods, continue to mash or finely chop the flesh into small, manageable pieces. As your child develops their chewing skills, you may offer soft, bite-sized pieces—no larger than 1cm (about ⅓ inch). Supervise closely and ensure lychees are served alongside more substantial foods to encourage slower eating. Portion: 2-3 lychees (40-60g or 1.4-2oz) as part of a balanced meal including proteins or fats for sustained energy.

Serving Instructions

Serve very finely chopped or mashed lychee, ensuring pieces are no larger than 1cm (⅓ inch). Pair with more substantial foods like diced soft tofu or sliced bananas. Portion size: 2-3 lychees (40-60g or 1.4-2oz). Continue to avoid serving whole or large chunks to minimize choking risk.

How to Serve Lychee to a 18+ Months Old

How to Cut

For children over 18 months, lychees can be offered in slightly larger bite-sized pieces, but always remove the pit and skin. Cut the flesh into halves or quarters (no piece larger than 2cm or ¾ inch). Continue to monitor your child while eating, as lychee remains slippery and sweet, which can encourage stuffing too many pieces at once. Pair with slower-eaten foods for safety. Portion: 3-4 lychees (60-80g or 2-2.8oz), served with protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats for a satisfying, balanced snack or meal.

Serving Instructions

You may offer small bite-sized pieces (halves or quarters, up to 2cm/¾ inch) of lychee. Always supervise, as lychee remains a slippery food. Portion: 3-4 lychees (60-80g or 2-2.8oz), balanced with protein, fiber-rich grains, or healthy fats as part of a nourishing snack or meal.