Black beans
Usually introduced around 6 months
Prep warning
Cook until very soft. No added salt. Use plain beans without seasoned sauces.
Choking notes
Whole beans can be a choking risk. Flatten each bean between your fingers, or mash into a paste for younger babies.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Cook until very soft. Mash into a thick paste or spread on a strip of soft toast so it's easier to grasp.
A thick mash or paste spread on a soft strip, rather than whole beans.
9-12 months
Cook until very soft. Flatten individual beans so they can't act like a plug, and offer a few at a time for pincer practice.
Individual beans flattened between your fingers.
12-18 months
Cook until soft and serve in a saucy dish or scooped with a spoon. Lightly mash if your child is still learning.
Whole soft beans in a dish or scooped onto a preloaded spoon.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Black beans?
Most babies can try Black beans from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
General informational content, not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician about introducing new foods, especially if your baby has any medical conditions or family history of allergies.
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