Teething can be one of the hardest stages of babyhood for both babies and parents. Long before the first tooth appears, many babies become fussier, drool more, want to chew constantly, and may even sleep worse than usual. If your baby has already started solids and is comfortable managing thicker textures, some parents like to offer a homemade teething biscuit as one more option for supervised chewing and sensory relief.
This recipe is best treated as an occasional idea for older babies already accustomed to solids, not as a first teething remedy or a substitute for closer supervision. For many babies, chilled teethers, cool washcloths, and gentle gum massage are still the simplest first steps.
Homemade Teething Biscuits
This simple recipe uses just a few pantry ingredients and creates firm oat-based biscuits that some older babies may enjoy gnawing on under close supervision.
Makes: 15–20 biscuits
Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned oats
- 2 bananas
- 3 tsp coconut oil
- Optional flavor: 1 tsp cinnamon or vanilla
How to Make Them
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Blend the oats in a food processor until they resemble a coarse flour.
- Add the bananas and blend until smooth.
- Add the coconut oil and optional spices.
- Blend again until a dough forms.
- Portion about 1 tablespoon of dough per biscuit and shape into circles or short rectangles.
- Place the biscuits on a lined baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, flip, then bake for about 5 more minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool completely before serving.
Storage
Store the biscuits in an airtight container once fully cooled.
Important Safety Notes
- Only offer these to babies who are already comfortable with solids and more advanced textures.
- Always supervise closely while your baby is eating.
- Stop immediately if pieces begin to break off in a way that seems unsafe.
- If your baby is very young or still early in solids, chilled teethers or a cool washcloth may be a better option.
Better First-Line Teething Relief
If your baby is not ready for a biscuit or you want simpler options first, try a chilled teething ring, a cool clean washcloth, or gentle gum massage. Those approaches are often easier and lower-risk for early teething.
Related Reading
- Natural Teething Remedies for Babies That Actually Work
- How to Soothe a Teething Baby in Summer
- Cooling Smoothies and Purees for Babies
- Summer Foods for Babies
If you make this recipe, treat it as one option among many and keep safety first. Teething is temporary, and simple soothing strategies often help the most.