- Prep Time: 5 Min
- Freeze Time: 1 Hr
- Total time: 65 Min
- Servings: 25
- Yield: 25 treats
Your beloved pet is a cherished part of the household, warranting homemade dog treats. While store-bought options are available, these Peanut Butter and Banana Dog Treats are crafted carefully and as simple to make as a batch of cookies. For more recipes visit our nutrition page filled with fun recipes for your pet!
These homemade dog treats have become a favourite in our kennel, we have to share them with you, so your furry friend can enjoy them as well.
Homemade Dog Treats Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make the Homemade peanut butter dog treats:
Organic Peanut Butter
Organic peanut butter is produced from peanuts grown without harmful pesticides or chemicals.
These substances can pose health risks for dogs and humans, potentially leading to various health issues. Additionally, organic peanut butter is devoid of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and artificial preservatives, colours, or flavours.
Moreover, organic peanut butter serves as an excellent source of healthy fats, protein, and vitamin B-6. It also contains antioxidants, magnesium, potassium, and zinc, essential for supporting your dog’s overall health, including their skin, coat, and immune system.
Furthermore, organic peanut butter is xylitol-free, an artificial sweetener that can be lethal to dogs. Xylitol, commonly found in sugar-free products, is highly toxic to dogs, leading to a rapid insulin release, and potentially causing hypoglycemia and liver failure.
Bananas
Bananas can be a healthy and low-calorie treat for dogs when given in moderation. They are rich in potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, fibre, magnesium, and manganese while being low in sodium and cholesterol. Veterinarians may suggest bananas as a wholesome option compared to salty and fatty treats.
The fibre in bananas can aid in improving your dog’s gastrointestinal health, and magnesium can support bone growth, protein production, and vitamin absorption.
Furthermore, the presence of vitamin B6 and vitamin C in bananas enhances their importance in your dog’s diet. Vitamin B6 helps in glucose generation, hormone regulation, red blood cell function, and nervous system health. Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant, reducing inflammation and eliminating harmful free radicals. While dogs can produce vitamin C internally, supplementation may be beneficial in certain situations.
Plain Greek Yogurt
Yogurt provides protein, calcium, and probiotics that enhance your dog’s immune system and aid in soothing an upset stomach. Opt for plain Greek-style yogurt as the healthiest option for your dog, and consider adding delicious extras that your dog will appreciate.
Blender
Small blender to mix the ingredients.
Treat Moulds
Pour your batter into your moulds, kongs, or lick mats. If you’re feeling creative you can have fun exploring seasonal moulds.
Have Some Fun And Switch it up
We take this opportunity to add any nutrients we think our dogs are lacking like coconut oil for natural fatty acids or flaxseed oil and put it in a nice tasty treat! This useful option can come in handy.
How To Make Homemade Dog Treats
Making homemade dog treats is just as easy as making cookies
Cut up all your fruit, then combine it with all your other ingredients in the blender.
Blend until it is nice and smooth with no clumps
Pour the mix into the treat moulds
Stick in the freezer for 1hr to form
Pop them out of the mould and enjoy!
Benefits of making dog treats at home
The primary advantage is that your pet will adore these homemade treats! Additionally, you have full knowledge of the treat’s ingredients and their potential impact on your dog’s well-being.
Ingredients
- Three bananas
- Four tablespoons of peanut butter
- Two spoons of Greek yogurt
- Four tablespoons of water
- Coconut oil (optional)
- Flaxseed Oil (Optional)
- Any Supplements ( optional )
Directions
Step 1
Gather all the ingredients, and appliances.
Step 2
Cut all your fruit into small pieces for an easy blend.
Step 3
Place the fruit, peanut butter, greek yogurt, water (and any other ingredients you decide to add ) in the blender.
Step 4
Blend until the mix is smooth
Step 5
Pour the mix into your treat mould and place in the freezer for an hour
Step 6
Take them out of the freezer, pop them out of the mould or if using a kong like us serve them as is!
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- Cooking moulds
- Kongs
- Lick mats
- Small blender
- Coconut oil (optional)
- Coconut oil (optional)