Oat, Banana, Carrot, and Parsley Dog Treats
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
Oat, Banana, Carrot, and Parsley Dog Treats
Description
Oat, Banana, Carrot, and Parsley Dog Treats are made by blending oats into a flour-like base, mingled with fresh curly parsley, grated carrot, ripe banana, egg, and olive oil. The dough is rolled out, cut into dog bone shapes, and baked until crisp and golden. These treats combine the fiber-rich oats and carrot with the natural sweetness of banana and the fresh herbaceous note from parsley, creating a balanced flavor profile. The baking process dries the treats to a firm texture that will hold well for dogs to chew and enjoy.
The treats can be served as snacks or rewards for dogs. Because they are homemade, they allow control over ingredients without additives or preservatives often found in commercial treats.
After baking, it is important to allow the treats to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They keep well for up to two weeks, offering a convenient supply for pet owners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats blended until a flour-like consistency
- ½ cup parsley Use curly variety only; others may be toxic, fresh, curly, loosely packed and finely chopped
- 1 carrot finely grated, large
- 1 banana peeled & mashed, large, ripe
- 1 egg beaten, large
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the oats in a blender and pulse until they become a flour-like consistency.
- Pour into a large bowl and add the fresh parsley, grated carrots, mashed banana, egg, and olive oil.
- Mix until well combined and knead until moistened.
- Turn the dough onto a well-floured surface. Use your hands to flatten the dough and shape it into a circle 1/4 inch thick, using a bit of flour if needed.
- Use a small dog bone cutter to cut out treats.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, an inch apart.
- Place into the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Allow them to cool on a rack completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.