Banana Peanut Butter Dog Paw Cookies
Treat your furry friend to something special with these Banana Peanut Butter Dog Paw Cookies! This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the rich flavor of xylitol-free peanut butter, creating a wholesome treat that’s both tasty and nutritious. These cookies are simple to make, requiring just a few pantry staples, and they can be customized with dog-safe carob chips for an extra touch. Perfect for any occasion, from training rewards to birthday celebrations, these tail-wagging treats will have your pup begging for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pet
Ingredients
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- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- Optional: Dog-safe carob chips for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Mix in the peanut butter, egg, and applesauce until well combined.
- Gradually add the oat flour to the mixture, stirring until a dough forms. If sticky, add more oat flour as needed.
- Roll the dough into small balls (1-2 tablespoons each) and place them on the baking sheet; flatten slightly.
- Press paw print shapes into each cookie using fingers or cookie cutters.
- If desired, sprinkle dog-safe carob chips on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until firm and golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg