Description
Homemade banana and peanut butter chewy sticks offer canine companions a nutritious and delightful snack. Packed with wholesome ingredients, these treats provide a tail-wagging experience that dogs will absolutely adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) oat flour (or blended rolled oats)
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) natural peanut butter (no xylitol)
- 1 large egg
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Warm the oven to a cozy 325F (165C), then gently layer a baking sheet with parchment paper for even baking.
- Fusion of Wet Components: Thoroughly mash the banana into a silky texture, then incorporate peanut butter, egg, and optional coconut oil, stirring until the mixture transforms into a harmonious blend.
- Dough Formation: Gradually fold oat flour into the wet mixture, creating a pliable dough. Adjust consistency by adding extra flour if the mixture feels too tacky or loose.
- Crafting Treats: Transform the dough into slim, elegant logs approximately 4-5 inches long and 1/2 inch thick. Alternatively, roll out the dough and slice into delicate strips, ensuring uniform shape and size.
- Baking Process: Arrange the shaped treats on the prepared baking sheet, then slide into the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a light golden hue and firm texture. Extend baking time slightly for crispier treats.
- Cooling and Storage: Allow treats to cool completely before presenting to your canine companion. Preserve freshness by storing in an airtight container within the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for extended preservation.
Notes
- Select overripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and easier mashing, enhancing flavor and natural binding.
- Add oat flour gradually to prevent a too-sticky or too-dry texture, ensuring perfect rollable dough for easy shaping.
- Watch closely during baking to prevent burning; golden edges indicate doneness while maintaining chewy texture for dogs.
- Refrigerate treats for a week or freeze up to 3 months to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage, keeping treats safe and delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg