Homemade dog treats are one of the easiest ways to use ingredients you already have while giving your pup something wholesome. These peanut butter banana treats come together with pantry staples and take only a few minutes to mix and roll out. The dough stays soft and manageable, and the baked treats have a tender bite that works well for most dogs!
The base is a mashed banana mixed with natural peanut butter. A little whole wheat flour and flaxseed give the dough structure. Water brings everything together. That is all you need! There is no added sugar and no strange ingredients, which is helpful if you like knowing exactly what goes into your dog’s snacks, and makes it perfect for donating to a local animal shelter (like I did with the photographed batch!).
You can cut these into any shape – I did a mix of big and small for different sized dogs since I was donating these, but you know your dog best! A small cutter works if you want treats for training. A larger cutter works if you want something a bit more special. They bake, no matter what size, until lightly golden and firm and they cool into a sturdy little biscuit. Oh yes! and they keep well in the fridge and freeze well too, so you can make a batch now and have extras ready for later.
If you share these with your dog, let me know how they like them and I am always always open to receiving furry friend photos enjoying. Homemade treats always feel a little celebratory, and this recipe makes it easy to spoil them without needing anything fancy.
Peanut Butter Banana Pup Treats (Whole Wheat + Flax)
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cookie cutters or knife
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe banana
- ½ cup natural peanut butter check label for no xylitol
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil optional for softness
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup water add more as needed, depending on dough dryness
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mash the banana in a bowl until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter and melted coconut oil. Stir until creamy.
- Add the whole wheat flour and flaxseed. Mix until a dough forms.
- Add water gradually until the dough comes together and feels soft but not sticky.
- Dust your surface with a little flour and roll the dough out to about ¼ inch thickness.
- Cut into shapes or slice into small squares.
- Arrange treats on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 14 to 17 minutes, or until lightly golden and firm.
- Cool completely before giving to your dog.
Notes
For crunchier treats, bake an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
Flaxseed boosts healthy fats and helps bind the dough!
If the dough cracks while rolling, sprinkle in another tablespoon of water.