These homemade dog treats are filled with peanut butter, mashed banana, and oats! These make great gift ideas and are a fun baking activity for adults and kids!
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Toby! Have you met Toby? He’s my little baby.
Ever since I bought these cute little dog treat molds, I can’t seem to stop making him cute little treats in fun little shapes!
Treat-making a great activity with the little ones too, and these make fantastic gifts.
Best Kind of Peanut Butter for dogs:
- All-natural peanut butter without added salt or sugar is best for dogs.
- Do not use light or sugar-free peanut butter, as those may have artificial sweeteners (such as xylitol) which is toxic to dogs.
- I like to use Teddy Smooth All-Natural Peanut Butter, which can also commonly be found in grocery stores.
Can Dogs Have Flour?
In short, yes. But flour can post an allergy to some dogs, and flour is certainly not a necessity in their diet, but rather is used as a binding agent in many treat recipes.
If possible, I recommend using Almond flour, because it’s healthy and easy to find at the grocery store.
Healthier Flour Alternatives for Dog Treats:
Grain: Barley, Buckwheat, Millet, Oat, Pea, Quinoa, Rice, Sorghum
Non-Grain: Chickpea, Coconut, Hazelnut, Lentil, Potato
Storage
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months, removing them as you need them and letting them come to room temperature.
Dog Treats as Gifts:
- These treats make fantastic gift ideas and are perfect for giving in these little canisters!
- Treat-making and gift-giving is also a great activity for little ones, (with your assistance of course!)
Other Dog Treat Recipes:
Looking for a human treat to enjoy with your pup?! Make yourself an energizing Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie!
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Banana Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup peanut butter*
- 1 cup Almond flour See notes for alternative flour options
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 mashed banana (1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and knead until a dough ball forms. If it's too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Roll it out on a lightly floured surface and cut into shapes with cookie cutters or use these cute dog treat molds!
- Place the cutouts on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Or freeze for up to 3 months, removing them as you need them and letting them come to room temperature.
Healthier Flour Alternatives for Dog Treats:
Grain: Barley, Buckwheat, Millet, Oat, Pea, Quinoa, Rice, Sorghum Non-Grain: Chickpea, Coconut, Hazelnut, Lentil, Potato *When it doubt, always consult your vet regarding any diet changes.Nutrition
Recipe Adpated From: MissMollySays.com
Hi! I would love to make these for my Chihuahua (Mylo) 🙂
I just have one question (as I am a new dog owner, still learning)…
Could I use all purpose flour? or must be whole wheat? Either way.. is there a reason to use the whole wheat? Healthier?
Thanks!
KT
Hey KT!! You definitely can use all purpose, whole wheat is just healthier like you said! You got this! 😉 enjoy making these for your lil pup!!!!!
Can’t WAIT to try these tonight for our lil guy! He’s a morkie too, they are soooo smart!! They options are endless when food is involved! HA. Toby is so stinkin’ cute!!! AHHH
Hey Amanda!!! AHHHH…. you’re little morkie DEFINITELY deserves these, (aren’t Morkies THE cutest?!)- hahah I love them!!! I’m so excited for yours to try this. I’ve made a few different treats for him and I think these may have been his absolute fav!! My husband loves Toby so much and keeps telling me to make him more treats, haha!! ENJOY!
Just pulled the first tray out of the oven and my “Schnorkie” was right there with tail wagging. They must smell so good to her. Once they have cooled down they are sure to be a hit. Great way to use up that very ripe banana.
Hi Ellen!!! Awwwww, I’m so happy to hear that- how did your pup like them?! It’s about time that I made a batch for Toby 🙂 He LOVES them so much! 🙂 Schnorkies are SOOO cute!!!
Just popped them in the oven. Can’t wait to see how they turned out. I also used coconut flour instead of wheat.
Sooo happy to hear it Susan!!! What’s the verdict?! 😉
Stephanie,
My dog her name is Angel , well I tried the treats and she actually LOVED them . Thx for that great recipe❤️
Can dogs eat regular or white flower?(we don’t have wheat)🐕
They sure can!!!! 🙂 enjoy !!! What a nice treat for your pup!
Hi.. Can you please tell me how many days can these treats be saved for? And how do i store them? Outside in a box or in the fridge?
Hi Swathi!
I like to keep a few day’s-worth in an airtight container on the counter and freeze the rest and then take those out as I need them! 🙂
Awwww no way!!! I LOVE when I find pups that looks like little Toby boy! Millie- that’s such a cute name!!!
My dog will definitely like this:)
You have a Morkie too?!!? Does he look like Toby? 🙂 It’s amazing how much more quickly Toby will learn if he knows he’ll get a treat for it 😉
Think my Morkie will like this! I’ll give it a try and see how it goes!
Hi Randy! This recipe is definitely a big hit with our Morkie, I have a feeling yours will love it!! 🙂