Description
Homemade strawberry and banana oat balls offer dogs a delightful, nutritious treat packed with natural goodness. Canine companions will love these simple, wholesome snacks that blend sweet fruits with hearty oats for a tail-wagging reward.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
Optional Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for even cooking and easy removal.
- Thoroughly mash ripe bananas in a mixing bowl, creating a smooth base for the dog treats.
- Finely chop fresh strawberries and fold them into the banana mixture, ensuring even distribution of fruit pieces.
- Incorporate rolled oats into the fruit blend, stirring until all ingredients are well integrated and form a cohesive mixture.
- For a more uniform texture, briefly pulse the mixture in a food processor, breaking down larger fruit chunks and creating a more consistent consistency.
- Gently shape the mixture into small, bite-sized spheres using clean hands, making sure each ball is compact and uniform in size.
- Arrange the formed oat balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to ensure even baking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, watching for a light golden color and firm texture.
- Remove the treats from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack, allowing them to set and become crisp.
- Once cooled, serve the homemade dog treats to your furry friend as a nutritious and delicious snack.
Notes
- Select ripe, organic strawberries and bananas to ensure maximum nutritional benefits and avoid potential pesticide exposure for your furry friend.
- Pulse the mixture gently in the food processor to maintain some texture, which helps clean your dog’s teeth and provides a satisfying chewing experience.
- Adjust the size of the oat balls based on your dog’s breed and size to prevent overfeeding and maintain proper portion control.
- Store these homemade treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, ensuring freshness and preventing bacterial growth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Recipes for Dogs
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg