Description
Banana and Blueberry Balls for Dogs are a simple, healthy treat made with natural ingredients like bananas, blueberries, and oats. These soft, chewy bites are perfect for training rewards or just spoiling your furry friend with a nutritious snack! Follow this easy recipe to create a delicious homemade treat your dog will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
- 1/4 cup flour (whole wheat or oat flour recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Mash the Banana: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
- Add the Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the banana mash.
- Mix in Other Ingredients: Add rolled oats, unsweetened applesauce, coconut oil (if using), and flour to the mixture. Stir until well combined. Adjust consistency with extra flour if needed.
- Form the Balls: Scoop small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the treats are firm to the touch and slightly golden.
- Cool: Let the treats cool completely on a wire rack before serving to your dog.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
- Ingredient Swaps: You can substitute blueberries with strawberries or raspberries. For a grain-free version, use coconut or almond flour instead of rolled oats and wheat flour.
- Optional Add-Ins: Add a tablespoon of natural, unsweetened peanut butter for extra flavor, making sure it contains no xylitol.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 1.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4.2g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Protein: 0.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
