Description
Pawsome strawberry and banana oat balls delight furry friends with wholesome, homemade goodness. These nutrient-packed treats blend natural ingredients for a tail-wagging snack dogs will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) rolled oats
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) strawberries, finely chopped
Protein and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) natural peanut butter (unsweetened and xylitol-free)
Optional Sweetener:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey
Instructions
- Thoroughly pulverize the ripe banana in a spacious mixing vessel, transforming it into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate finely diced strawberries and creamy natural peanut butter into the mashed banana, vigorously blending until the ingredients harmonize into a cohesive mixture.
- Methodically fold in the rolled oats, gently stirring until the texture becomes substantially dense and capable of maintaining a compact shape when formed.
- Meticulously craft compact spheres approximately one inch in diameter, using gentle pressure to ensure each ball maintains structural integrity.
- Arrange the freshly formed treats on a clean tray, then transfer to the refrigerator to allow them to set and solidify for a precise half-hour duration.
- Present these nutritious morsels as a delectable reward for your canine companion, and preserve any remaining portions within a sealed container nestled in the refrigerator’s cool environment.
Notes
- Adapt the peanut butter choice carefully, ensuring it’s completely xylitol-free to keep dogs safe from toxic ingredients.
- Customize ball sizes based on your dog’s breed and weight, making smaller portions for tiny pups and larger ones for bigger dogs.
- Consider freezing extra balls for longer storage, which can provide a cool refreshing treat during hot summer days.
- Swap ingredients for dogs with specific dietary needs, like using gluten-free oats for sensitive canines or replacing peanut butter with unsweetened yogurt for protein variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Recipes for Dogs
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 63
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 2.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg