Want to try a change of pace in your dog’s diet? Try baking your own dog treats! Here’s a simple, homemade treat recipe can turn a boring afternoon into an adventure for your dog’s tastebuds and your baking skills!
We put together a basic, 3 ingredient recipe that will give both you and your dog the chance to try something new!
Peanut Butter, Banana, & Oat Biscuits
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
– 1 1/2 cups gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats
– 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
– 1 large ripe banana (or 2 medium bananas), smashed
Instructions
– Preheat your oven to 350 degrees
– Use a blender to grind the oats until they become a smooth powder
– In a bowl, mash together the banana and peanut butter until smooth
– Leave out a tablespoon of ground oatmeal for rolling your dough, then pour the rest of the oatmeal into the bowl and mix all until combined
– Dust your rolling surface with the separate tablespoon of ground oatmeal and roll your dough to about a 1/4 inch thickness
– Use cutouts, or cut your own shapes, and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper
– Bake treats for approximately 15 minutes, or until the edges start to brown
– Let cool completely before feeding to your dog
Notes From the Kitchen
– Add additional peanut butter if the dough is too dry or additional oats if too sticky.
– Pick a peanut butter that does not contain xylitol, because this ingredient is harmful to dogs. We picked Maranatha because it is organic!
– The riper your bananas, the better! While brown bananas are less aesthetically pleasing, they have more flavor for your pet to enjoy!
– Make sure to always do your homework before feeding your pet a new food. The easiest way to do that is to limit the number of treats you give them immediately. While everything in these treats is 100% safe for dogs, some dogs have more sensitive stomachs. No one wants to be stuck inside and have a cramping belly.
Happy Snacking
If you try our recipe, send us pictures of your treats and your dog enjoying them! Too busy to make your own treats? We have a wide variety of pet treats that are sure to please your pup. You can shop them here!
Feeling ready to take on another recipe? Try out our Carrot & Greek Yogurt Chewies here! They’re safe and delicious for both dogs AND horses. Stuff these treats in your pet’s Kong toy to keep them entertained, just remember to clean it after!