Description
Homemade banana balls for dogs blend wholesome ingredients into delightful canine treats. Packed with natural goodness, these nutrient-rich snacks will make tails wag with pure puppy happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup (240 ml) rolled oats
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) peanut butter (ensure its xylitol-free)
Supplemental Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) shredded coconut (optional)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) flaxseed meal (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all necessary ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F, ensuring the baking space is clean and organized.
- Use a sturdy mixing bowl to thoroughly mash ripe bananas until they reach a smooth, creamy consistency without large chunks.
- Incorporate oats, peanut butter, shredded coconut, and flaxseed meal into the mashed bananas, stirring methodically to create a uniform mixture.
- Utilize clean hands or a small scoop to shape the mixture into compact, bite-sized spheres, ensuring each ball is roughly the same size for consistent baking.
- Arrange the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly to promote uniform heat distribution.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, watching carefully for a golden-brown exterior and firm texture.
- Remove the banana balls from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack, allowing them to set and develop a slightly crisp outer layer.
- Once cooled, store the treats in an airtight container and serve to your canine companion as a nutritious, homemade snack.
Notes
- Swap peanut butter with sunflower seed butter for dogs with peanut allergies, ensuring a safe and tasty treat.
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor and potential anti-inflammatory benefits for your furry friend.
- Store these banana balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, making meal prep a breeze.
- Roll the balls in unsweetened shredded coconut for an extra crunchy texture that dogs will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Recipes for Dogs
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg