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One of Misty’s homemade favourites, this recipe for banana, peanut butter and carrot dog treats is quick to prepare and results in a tasty and healthy snack.
We often make a batch of these that last for many weeks, since they can be frozen and defrosted when required.
Misty’s banana, peanut butter and carrot dog treats are incredibly easy to make and require only 6 ingredients that most people will have in their kitchen.
I’ll talk you through the ingredients, preparation and baking details and include a few photos throughout.
Misty the Whippet’s Banana, Peanut Butter & Carrot Dog Treats Recipe
Ingredients
Preparation
Baking Instructions
Misty the Whippet’s Banana, Peanut Butter & Carrot Dog Treats
With basic ingredients and a short baking time, your pooch will go potty for these tasty dog treats:
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Baking Time: 15 – 20 minutes, depending on whether you want a softer cookie or a crunchier biscuit type dog treat.
Ingredients
2.5 cups whole wheat flour
2 large carrots
2 ripe bananas
1/4 cup peanut butter
1 egg
Some peanut butters contain Xylitol as a sweetener, which is toxic to dogs. Be sure to use a peanut butter brand that does not use Xylitol in its ingredients. Find out more about foods harmful to dogs.
Add 2 bananas into a separate larger mixing bowl and mash them until there are no lumps.
Finely grate 2 large carrots into the mashed bananas and stir together.
Whisk 1 egg, add to the banana and carrots and mix together well.
Lightly warm 1/4 cup of peanut butter so it’s a little runny. Add the warm peanut butter to the banana, carrot and egg mix and stir together until all ingredients combine to form a batter-like mix.
Gradually add the 2.5 cups of whole wheat flour into the batter mix and mix together.
You’ll find the mix becomes a firm dough as you add the last of the flour to the mix. At this point gradually add the 3 tbs of vegetable oil to ensure the mix isn’t too dry. You may need to use your hands to properly mix the dough at this point.
Roll the dough between 2 pieces of baking parchment to a depth of around 1cm.
Use your favourite cookie cutter to cut the dough into the shape you desire. We use medium sized star and heart shapes because they look cute!
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) or 160°C (320°F) if you use the fan setting.
When your oven is pre-heated, bake your the banana, peanut butter and carrot dog treats for 15 minutes if you want a softer cookie type texture. For a drier biscuit, cook for 18 to 20 minutes.
Remove the baked dog treats from the oven and set aside to cool.
We kept the first batch we made in a large cookie jar, and because we wanted them a little softer (15 minute bake) they went mouldy after around 4 days!
Should you prefer to make these dog treats soft, my recommendation is to split them into four to six batches and freeze all but one. That way you’ll avoid mouldy treats!
If you bake the treats until they’re dry (18 to 20 minute bake) they’ll probably last longer in a jar. However, if you don’t freeze them, both shorter and longer baked dog treats like these should be stored in a cool, dry place.
If you’re interested in baking something a little more extravagant for your dog, check out these 5 healthy dog cake recipes!
Happy baking!
Although Misty’s banana, peanut butter and carrot dog treats recipe doesn’t contain any of the foods dogs must avoid, you should limit the number of treats you give your dog each day.
I hope you enjoy Misty’s banana, peanut butter & carrot dog treats recipe. I’d love to hear if you try them out. Drop me a comment below and let me know how you get on with them.
I think it is important to inform your readers that some peanut butters contain an ingredient called Xylitol which is extremely toxic to dogs of all breeds.
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paulfsays
Hi Kevin’s Mum. Thanks for this… I’ve updated the ingredients section to make this clear.
Thanks for pointing this out.
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Debbiesays
Hello,
I have a question can you dehydrate these treats? If so how long and what temperature would you us.
Thank you
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paulfsays
Hi Debbie. I’m not sure I’m afraid since I don’t dehydrate these treats myself. After baking, I set maybe a quarter of them aside and then freeze the rest to defrost as and when I need them.
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Cissiesays
I made these for my two Westies and OMG.. they freaked out over these. I did add 2 tablespoons of warm honey and 1/2 tsp of cinnamon. I baked them in a convection oven and only baked them for 12 minutes. I had about 5 quart size baggies so I put all but 1 in the freezer. I will make these over and over. Thanks for the great recipe.💜💜
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paulfsays
Hi Cissie!
I’m so glad your Westies loved these treats. My Whippet Misty goes nuts for them too… she actually plays with them like no other treats I’ve ever given her. It’s quite hilarious and I’m going to record a video of her doing so soon!
Thanks so much for letting me know this recipe has worked for you and for sharing the idea of adding a little honey and cinnamon… I’ll try this out myself.
Combine flour, peanut butter, and applesauce in a large bowl. Add stock and stir until well-combined. Once combined, use your hands to press the dough into a ball. Place dough on a flat surface and roll out to 1/4-inch thickness with a rolling pin.
Dog treats should only be used as rewards for good behavior and make up no more than 10% of your dog's daily calories. So, for example, if you have a small dog that needs 400 calories a day, and the treats you give them are 20 calories each, then they can have two of them per day.
You can try some of the following tactics to introduce bananas to your dog: Try mashing it in their food. Mix a little bit of banana with peanut butter (Again, peanut butter is another food that should be consumed in moderation by dogs. It should never be used as a frequent snack or reward.)
The easiest homemade dog biscuits use equal amounts of peanut butter and pumpkin puree (not pie filling) mixed with just enough flour to make a rollable dough. Roll it out about 1/4″ thick and cut it into bite size (for your dog) pieces. Bake in a 350°F oven until crisp and brown — about 15 minutes.
' The good news is that regular peanut butter is safe to give your dog as a treat. Just make sure to avoid peanut butter with Xylitol, a sugar substitute found in lower or sugar-free products. Xylitol is the only ingredient in peanut butter that's bad for dogs.
In general, we recommend staying away from all purpose flour for your dog. It's not going to hurt them in small amounts, but it just doesn't have the nutritional value that you can get from other kinds of flour.
You can offer them treats at different points throughout the day! Treats can be used as a reward, or just as a way to spoil your dog with some delicious happiness. You can give your dog a treat as often and whenever they want one, but it's important not to overdo the treats.
As a rule of thumb, you want to keep treats capped at 10% of your dog's daily caloric intake. Overdoing it could lead to tummy issues (and messy stools) in the short run, and weight gain in the long term. Because obesity in dogs can lead to serious health problems and is arguably the No.
If you have homemade treats with meat in them, it's important to note that 3-4 days are all they're good for when stored in the fridge. Baked dog treats with peanut butter can last a bit longer when chilled – about a week is good for these.
Bananas are safe for dogs, but moderation is key. Bananas are high in sugar, so too much of it can put your dog at risk of developing medical conditions. You should give your dog only a few thin slices of banana once in a while. At least 90% of your dog's food should be regular dog food.
Recently, some peanut butter manufacturers switched to using the sweetener xylitol. Xylitol is a sugar substitute often found in sugar-free products like chewing gum, toothpaste, breath mints, chewable vitamins and baked goods. It is safe for people, but toxic to dogs.
Anyway, yes, both banana and cooked rice can be fed to dogs. Dogs love a variety of fruits just no grapes or raisins. Cooked rice is good for them and found in most of the commercial dog food. Is also good if your dog is a little sick, upset tummy.
Whole wheat flour is packed with nutrients for your pup, like fiber, protein, and antioxidants. You can use all-purpose flour in a pinch, but it won't provide as many nutrients. Eggs are great for dogs and add protein, fatty acids, and vitamins to their diet.
WHAT IS THE RATIO FOR HOMEMADE DOG FOOD? Dogs are obligate carnivores, so their diet should mainly consist of meats and protein. A good recommendation is 80% meat, 10% vegetable, and 10% Know Better Pet Food Premix.
Yes, dogs can eat peanut butter as long as it is fed in moderation and does not contain xylitol, so get out that pet-safe peanut butter jar and share the good news.
Can dogs eat peanut butter? Yes, dogs can eat peanut butter, but it's important to check the label before spoiling your dog with this delicious treat as added ingredients could be harmful for them. For example, xylitol, a sugar substitute, is extremely toxic for dogs and can sometimes be found in peanut butter.
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