Description
These homemade Banana and Blueberry Balls for Dogs are a delightful and healthy treat your furry friend will love. Packed with wholesome ingredients, these no-bake snacks are perfect for pampering your pet.
Ingredients
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Fruit and Nut Mix:
- 1 ripe banana
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional)
Additional:
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
Instructions
- Mash the Banana: In a large bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
- Mix Peanut Butter: Add the peanut butter and mix well.
- Add Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the oats and ground flaxseed until evenly combined to form a sticky dough.
- Shape Balls: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into small balls.
- Chill: Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Store: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Use only unsweetened, xylitol-free peanut butter.
- You can pulse the oats in a food processor for a finer texture if preferred.
- If using frozen blueberries, thaw and drain them first to prevent excess moisture.
- These treats are ideal for warm weather and gentle on sensitive tummies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Pet-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
