Peanut Butter Banana Oat Dog Treats🐾
I have made these a few times for my furry babies and they were a HIT 🥴 just be prepared to make some more of these delicious treats! They also smell yummy I was sooo so tempted to eat a few myself! And yes you can actually eat them 😋 Instructions down below⬇️
1. Preheat your oven to 300F (150C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Add the oats to a food processor and grind until they reach a fine powder. (If you do not have a food processor, see the recipe notes for other options). Add the bananas and peanut butter and blend until a sticky dough is formed
3. Remove from the food processor and roll out on a lightly floured surface. (Use whole wheat flour, more ground oats, or another dog-safe flour that you have on hand). I used a heart cookie cutter to cut out the treats but you could use any cookie cutter, or just cut them into squares with a knife or pizza cutter.
4. Lay the treats on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the treats are puffed up a bit, dry and dark brown on the bottoms, (they will still feel soft when first removed from the oven). The treats will get a bit more firm once they are cool but will still be a slightly softer dog treat.
LET COOL before giving one to your pup. Store in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or I like to store them in my freezer which makes them firmer and makes them stay fresh a long time. 😊
Okay, so you've found this awesome recipe for peanut butter banana oat dog treats, and let me tell you, they're truly a game-changer for my pups! I know some of you might be looking for 'no-bake' options, and while these particular treats get a little oven time for that perfect chewy-yet-firm texture, I promise the baking step is super quick and worth it for how long they last and how much my dogs love them! When I first started making homemade dog treats, I was also on the hunt for the easiest methods. These 3-ingredient wonders (just bananas, peanut butter, and oats!) caught my eye because of their simplicity. Baking helps them firm up, which makes them less messy and easier to store. Plus, I find they hold their shape better and last longer in an airtight container when baked. However, if you're truly set on a 'no-bake' version using these same fantastic ingredients, here's a little trick I've tried: You can blend your ripe bananas, natural peanut butter, and ground oats until you get a thick dough. Instead of baking, roll them into small balls or press them into a silicone mold, and then freeze them! They turn into delicious, icy 'pup-sicles' that are perfect for warmer days or as a longer-lasting chew. Just make sure they're not too hard for your dog's teeth before serving. This way, you still get those easy, homemade dog treats with all the goodness of banana, peanut butter, and oats, just in a different, chilled form! Speaking of ingredients, I can't stress enough how important it is to use natural peanut butter for your furry friends. This was a huge learning curve for me! Always check the label to ensure the only ingredient (or main ingredient) is peanuts. Absolutely avoid peanut butter that contains xylitol, as it's highly toxic to dogs, even in small amounts. It's a common artificial sweetener found in many 'sugar-free' products, so always be vigilant! The runny, natural kind is usually the safest bet. And for the oats, old-fashioned rolled oats or quick oats work perfectly; just make sure they're ground well if you don't have a food processor. A blender or coffee grinder can totally do the trick! What I love most about making my own dog treats is knowing exactly what goes into them. No weird preservatives or fillers! Plus, it's so much more budget-friendly than buying specialty treats. My dogs get so excited when they smell these baking – it's such a rewarding feeling to give them something healthy and delicious that I made myself. Once they're all cooled down, these treats store really well. I usually keep a few in the fridge for everyday snacks and then pop the rest into the freezer. Freezing not only extends their shelf life for weeks or even months but also gives them a firmer texture, which some dogs (including mine!) really enjoy. It's like having a fresh batch ready whenever you need it! So, whether you bake them for that classic chewy treat or freeze them for a cool, no-bake option, these 3-ingredient banana and peanut butter oat delights are sure to become a staple in your household. Happy treating!