Longan
Usually introduced around 6 months
Prep warning
Always remove the shell and seed. Avoid jam, jelly, or syrup forms for young babies.
Choking notes
The seed and peel are choking hazards and must be removed. The chewy, firm, slippery, round flesh is also a risk, so chop it small for babies.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Discard the shell and seed. Finely chop the fresh fruit and fold it into a soft, scoopable food like congee, mashed plantain, or yogurt.
Shell and seed removed, finely chopped into soft food.
9-12 months
Discard the shell and seed. Cut the fresh fruit into quarters for bite-sized pieces, served on its own or mixed into grain or fruit salads, or keep finely chopping if you prefer.
Shell and seed removed, quartered into bite-sized pieces, or finely chopped.
12-18 months
Discard the shell and seed. Serve quartered or finely chopped fresh fruit, on its own or mixed into grain or fruit salads. Reconstituted dried longan can be added to cereals or yogurt.
Shell and seed removed, quartered or finely chopped. Still no whole fruit.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Longan?
Most babies can try Longan 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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