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Banana Dog Treats Recipe

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These Banana Dog Treats are a healthy and homemade snack option for your furry friend, made with simple ingredients like oats, bananas, and cinnamon. They come out crunchy or soft depending on your baking preference, and are free from artificial additives, making them perfect for rewarding your dog with a nutritious treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups oats
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 Tablespoon flax seed (or chia seeds, optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 medium bananas

Instructions

  1. Mash Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the bananas until smooth to serve as the base of the dough.
  2. Grind Oats: Place 2 1/2 cups of the oats in a food processor and blend until they reach a flour-like texture, then transfer the ground oats to the mixing bowl.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the remaining 1 cup of whole oats, cinnamon, and flax seed (if using) to the mixing bowl. Mix well to combine. Adjust the dough consistency by adding more oats if it’s too wet or a bit of banana, honey, or water if it is too dry. The dough should hold together but not be sticky or wet.
  4. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dough Surface: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly dust your work surface with flour or additional ground oats to prevent sticking. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  5. Cut Treat Shapes: Use your preferred cookie cutters to cut the dough into treat shapes, then place them on a silicone baking mat or parchment paper lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake Treats: Bake the treats in the preheated oven at 350°F for 15 minutes. For crunchy treats, turn off the oven and leave the treats inside for an additional 2 hours to dry out and harden. For softer treats, remove them from the oven immediately after baking and let them cool at room temperature.
  7. Storage: Store soft treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Hard treats can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

  • You can substitute flax seeds with chia seeds for similar nutritional benefits.
  • If the dough is too sticky, add more oats gradually until the right consistency is reached.
  • Use cookie cutters in fun shapes to make treat preparation enjoyable and personalized.
  • These treats are free from added sugars and artificial preservatives, making them a healthy choice for dogs.
  • Always check with your vet before introducing new treats, especially if your dog has dietary restrictions or allergies.

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