Description
Pawsome homemade peanut butter dog treats bring tail-wagging joy to canine companions. Simple ingredients and love combine to create delicious rewards that dogs adore, making treat time a special bonding moment for you and your furry friend.
Ingredients
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Proteins and Binding Agents:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 egg
- 1/2 ripe banana, mashed
Sweeteners:
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by preheating the oven to 350F (175C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy removal of treats.
- Create a smooth mixture by whisking peanut butter, egg, mashed banana, and maple syrup in a large mixing bowl until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Gradually fold in whole wheat flour, stirring continuously to prevent lumps and create a consistent dough texture that holds together without crumbling.
- If the mixture appears too dry, carefully add water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough reaches a moldable consistency that can be rolled out.
- Dust the countertop with flour and gently roll the dough to approximately 1/2 inch thickness, ensuring an even surface for cutting.
- Use dog-themed cookie cutters to stamp out playful shapes, pressing firmly to create clean edges and maximum treat potential.
- Arrange the cut treats on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for even heat distribution and crisp edges.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, monitoring the color and watching for a golden-brown finish that indicates perfect crunchiness.
- Remove from the oven and allow treats to cool completely on a wire rack, ensuring they reach room temperature before serving to your canine companion.
Notes
- Ensure the peanut butter is xylitol-free, as this artificial sweetener is toxic to dogs.
- Experiment with alternative flour options like oat or rice flour for dogs with wheat sensitivities.
- 15 minutes for softer treats, 25 minutes for extra crunch.
- Store these homemade treats in an airtight container for up to a week, keeping them fresh and delicious for your furry friend.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg