Banana & Pumpkin Chews for Dogs
Banana & Pumpkin Chews for Dogs are a delightful and nutritious homemade treat your furry friend will adore! Packed with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas and pumpkin puree, these chews are not only tasty but also beneficial for your dog’s health. Ideal as training rewards or special snacks, they are easy to whip up in your kitchen. With no artificial preservatives or unhealthy additives, you can feel good about treating your pup to something that’s both delicious and wholesome. Plus, the customizable nature of this recipe allows you to tailor the flavors to suit your dog’s preferences. Get ready to make your pet’s tail wag with joy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 chews 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog Treat
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas and mix in pumpkin puree, honey, egg, and applesauce until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine rolled oats (and any optional add-ins like cinnamon).
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a thick dough forms.
- Scoop portions of dough, shape them into balls, and flatten slightly for even baking.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until firm and slightly golden around the edges.
- Allow cooling completely on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg