Description
These Banana and Blueberry Balls for Dogs are nutritious, easy-to-make no-bake treats perfect for rewarding your furry friend. Made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, fresh blueberries, natural peanut butter without xylitol, rolled oats, and ground flaxseed, these bite-sized balls provide a healthy snack packed with fiber, protein, and antioxidants. Simply mix, roll, refrigerate, and enjoy a delicious, dog-safe treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries, finely chopped or lightly mashed
- 1 cup natural peanut butter with no added sugar or xylitol
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 to 2 tablespoons water, as needed
Instructions
- Mash the Banana: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth to create a soft base for the dough.
- Add Peanut Butter: Stir in the natural peanut butter until fully combined with the mashed banana, creating a creamy mixture.
- Mix Blueberries and Dry Ingredients: Add the finely chopped or lightly mashed blueberries, rolled oats, and ground flaxseed to the bowl. Stir everything together until a thick dough forms.
- Adjust Dough Consistency: If the mixture is too dry and crumbly, gradually add water one tablespoon at a time, mixing well, until the dough holds together.
- Form the Balls: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them between your hands to form small, even balls.
- Chill the Treats: Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up and set.
- Storage: Store the banana and blueberry balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.
Notes
- Always use peanut butter that does not contain xylitol, as it is highly toxic to dogs.
- For a smoother texture, oat flour can be substituted for rolled oats.
- These treats can be frozen for up to 2 months and thawed as needed to maintain freshness.
