Description
Banana & Oat Bars for Dogs are a healthy and easy-to-make homemade treat your furry friend will love. Made with simple ingredients like ripe bananas, oats, and peanut butter, these chewy bars are perfect for a nutritious snack or reward. Try this recipe today and bring a smile to your dog’s face!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix the Ingredients: Add rolled oats, peanut butter, beaten egg, applesauce, and ground cinnamon (if using) to the mashed bananas. Stir well until all ingredients are combined.
- Spread the Mixture: Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking tray and spread it out evenly to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Bake: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool and Cut: Remove from the oven and let it cool completely. Cut into bite-sized pieces appropriate for your dog’s size.
Notes
- Storage: Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
- Ingredient Substitutions: Use a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water) if your dog is allergic to eggs. You can substitute peanut butter with any dog-safe nut butter, such as almond butter, or use pumpkin puree for a nut-free option.
- Add-ins: Consider adding a tablespoon of flaxseed or a sprinkle of turmeric for additional health benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg