Description
Pampered pups will wag tails for these homemade banana & oat bars, packed with wholesome ingredients that dogs adore. Nutritious treats like these offer furry friends a delicious reward while keeping their health and happiness in mind.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
Base Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (135 g) rolled oats
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsweetened applesauce
Flavor Enhancement:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by warming the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring a non-stick surface for the dog treats.
- Select ripe, soft bananas and transform them into a smooth, creamy puree using a fork or potato masher, creating a foundational texture for the bars.
- Integrate the remaining ingredients – rolled oats, peanut butter, egg, applesauce, and optional ground cinnamon – into the banana mash, stirring thoroughly to create a uniform, cohesive mixture.
- Transfer the blended mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, carefully spreading it into an even layer approximately 1/4-inch thick, ensuring consistent baking and texture.
- Position the tray in the preheated oven, allowing the bars to bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges develop a golden-brown hue and the center appears completely set.
- Once baked, extract the tray from the oven and permit the bars to cool entirely at room temperature, which helps solidify their structure.
- After complete cooling, slice the large sheet into manageable, dog-appropriate portions, considering the size of your canine companion to create perfectly portioned treats.
Notes
- Choose very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and easier mashing, ensuring a softer texture and better binding for the dog treats.
- Opt for natural, unsweetened peanut butter without xylitol to keep the bars safe and healthy for dogs.
- Substitute applesauce with plain yogurt for extra protein and probiotics, which can support your dog’s digestive health.
- Customize bar sizes based on your dog’s breed and weight to prevent overfeeding and maintain proper portion control.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Recipes for Dogs
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg