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With just a few simple ingredients, these homemade teething biscuits are SO easy to make, healthy, and perfect for soothing sore gums. Once you try them, you’ll never want to go back to store-bought options.
Favorite Teething Biscuits
Store-bought teething biscuits are convenient, but they are expensive and many contain added sugars (here’s everything you need to know about sugar for babies and toddlers), additives, and preservatives.
Most definitely take a close look at the ingredient lists and nutritional information to choose the best one.
An alternative is to make your own teething biscuits at home. You are going to love this recipe because it’s so easy to make with just 6 simple ingredients. The biscuits are naturally sweetened and packed with fiber, protein, and fat.
These baby crackers are not only perfect for a teething baby, but they make for a delicious and healthy baby snack or baby breakfast. Serving suggestions will differ so be sure to check out the tips below.
Because we can’t stop there, here are some more easy finger foods for babies!
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Ingredients
I am highlighting just the ones that need further explanation. The complete list is in the recipe card below.
- Oats – You can use rolled oats or quick oats and pulse to make your own oat flour.
- Sweet potatoes – adds great texture, flavor, and nutrition. I like to cook in advance so it’s one less thing to do the day of. Here’s everything you need to know about preparing and serving sweet potatoes to your baby. Ripe bananas work well too.
- Chia seeds – provides a boost of fiber, protein, and healthy fats and adds texture.
Substitutions
- No oats? You can use any whole grain flour of choice, like whole wheat or spelt flour. Almond or coconut flour will NOT work.
- No sweet potatoes? Equal amounts of mashed banana, unsweetened apple sauce, pumpkin puree, or any leftover puree will work!
- Dairy-free? Replace butter with coconut oil or avocado oil.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Add oats to a food processor and blend until they turn into a fine flour.
Step 2: Blend until they turn into a fine flour.
Step 3: Add the rest of the ingredients.
Step 4: Blend until a dough forms.
Step 5: Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough between two pieces of parchment paper to 1/4 inch thick.
Step 6: Cut into rectangles (I like to use a pizza cutter) or circles or any shapes you wish using cookie cutters. You want them to be easy for little hands to grab.
Simply lift the bottom parchment paper with the cut out biscuits and transfer to a baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown. Cool on a cooling rack for at least an hour.
Recipe Tips
- It is important to allow the biscuits to cool completely as they will continue to harden.
- When your baby is teething, I recommend freezing them for at least an hour. That way they can gnaw on them for a LONG time without them breaking.
- The biscuits will continue to soften and melt as your baby chews and gnaws on them. Be sure to stay close to your baby and remove any large pieces that break off, as needed.
- On days when your baby is not teething, I suggest microwaving the biscuits briefly so they will be nice and soft.
- Try spreading on some thinned out peanut butter, yogurt, or a fun dip to boost flavor and nutrition. They’re a great finger food you can serve at any time of the day.
Storage Suggestions
Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container for 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the refrigerator.
I highly recommend freezing them and serving straight from the freezer for teething babies. Otherwise, reheat in the microwave until soft.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can offer starting at around 6- 8 months old of age, once they have started to eat solids foods and have developed the ability to pick up and hold foods. It’s important to always supervise them closely and make sure they are sitting upright to prevent choking.
Teething biscuits can vary in their nutritional value depending on the brand and ingredients used. Many contain added sugar or other less healthy ingredients.
Look for those made with minimal, wholesome ingredients and no added sugar or salt. These homemade teething biscuits are a great option.
Additional Resources for Feeding Babies
- Baby-Led Weaning Made Easy
- Best foods for 6 month old baby
- Best foods for 8 month old baby
- Best foods for 1 year old
- BLW recipes
Did you make this recipe? Leave a rating below and let me know how you liked the recipe! Your feedback means so much to me!
Teething Biscuits
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats (200g)
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes (220g)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Add oats to a food processor and blend until they turn into a fine flour. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until a dough forms.
- Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough between two pieces of parchment paper to 1/4-1/2 inch thick.
- Cut into rectangles (I like to use a pizza cutter) or circles or any shapes you wish using cookie cutters. You want them to be easy for little hands to grab.
- Simply lift the bottom parchment paper with the cut out biscuits and transfer to a baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown. Cool on a cooling rack for at least an hour.
- Freeze for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
- Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container for 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the refrigerator.
- I highly recommend freezing them and serving straight from the freezer for teething babies. Otherwise, reheat in the microwave until soft.
Made this with banana and it was a bit! Baked it a bit longer so it could get harder and it really helped my teething toddler.
Awesome recipe, my LO loves them! Thanks for sharing nutritious homemade recipes!
Great recipe! My LO loves these. Wondering if baby fortified oat cereal would work in place of the pulsed oats so there would be extra iron in the bars? Thanks! J
Sure!
Simple and yummy recipe; perfect for teething babies and softens in baby’s mouth making it perfectly safe for baby to chew and eat; my 11-month old loved it! Thanks so much for the great and nutritious recipes 🙂
This is so easy to make!! Love this!
Could olive oil or avocado oil be substituted instead of butter for a baby with cow’s milk protein intolerance? Thank you for all of the recipes and guidance you have made available!
Hi! Haven’t tried it but believe it will work!
Is it possible to substitute with rice flour or tapioca flour, we do not have wheat or oats in our house due to family being coeliac.
I haven’t tried so can’t say for certain but I recommend trying with all purpose flour first!