Food guide
Grape Molasses
Grape molasses (pekmez) can be introduced after 12 months in small amounts. It's a traditional sweetener in Turkish cuisine.
How to serve at this age
12-24 months: Use as a spread on bread, mix into yogurt, or drizzle on tahini.
Nutrition
Contains iron, calcium, and potassium. Natural source of energy from fruit sugars. Has antioxidants.
A note from the editors
A little goes a long way. Look for pure grape molasses without added sugars.
Good to know
High in natural sugars - use sparingly. Not recommended before 12 months due to sugar content.
This guide is also published on Avo Parenting. Read the Grape Molasses guide