Description
Summer refreshment meets canine delight in these homemade Watermelon and Banana Pupsicles that dogs will absolutely adore. Cool treats packed with natural goodness help your furry friend beat the heat while enjoying a nutritious and tasty frozen snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups watermelon, seeds removed and chopped
- 1 ripe banana
Liquid Ingredient:
- 0.5 cup (1/2 cup) water (optional, for easier blending)
Instructions
- Carefully wash and deseed the watermelon, then dice into small, uniform chunks for optimal blending consistency.
- Peel the ripe banana, breaking it into segments to facilitate smoother processing and even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Transfer watermelon pieces and banana segments into a high-powered blender, ensuring all ingredients are well-positioned for thorough pulverization.
- Pulse the fruits together, creating a vibrant, homogeneous liquid with a silky smooth texture, occasionally stopping to scrape down the sides.
- If the mixture appears too thick, incrementally add a splash of water to achieve a pourable consistency that will freeze effectively.
- Select pupsicle molds or an ice cube tray with appropriate sizing for canine treats, ensuring easy removal after freezing.
- Carefully pour the fruit blend into each mold, leaving a small space at the top to accommodate potential expansion during freezing.
- Gently tap the molds on the counter to eliminate any potential air bubbles and create a compact, uniform frozen treat.
- Position the filled molds in the freezer’s coldest section, allowing them to solidify completely for approximately 4-5 hours or overnight.
- Once fully frozen, remove the pupsicles from their molds and serve immediately to your furry companion as a refreshing, nutritious snack.
Notes
- Opt for seedless watermelon to save time and prevent any choking hazards for dogs.
- Use ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness and easier blending.
- Always remove watermelon seeds completely to ensure puppy safety during treat preparation.
- Consider adding a splash of plain yogurt for extra calcium and probiotics, which can support digestive health.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Recipes for Dogs
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 37
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg