Peanut Butter & Banana Dog Biscuits

The Story/Context: 

I firmly believe that every dog deserves a crunchy, homemade treat made right in their own kitchen with real love. These simple biscuits use clean, natural ingredients that are safe and incredibly tasty for your furry friends, making them a much healthier alternative to highly processed, store-bought snacks. By skipping the artificial preservatives and excess sodium found in commercial treats, you can feel confident about exactly what you are rewarding your pup with.

Why it Works:

Through baking countless trays of these for my own dogs, I have learned that the trick to making healthy treats last without artificial preservatives relies entirely on the baking time. Because these use real fruit and natural fats, any leftover moisture inside the biscuit can cause mold to grow quickly in your treat jar. To prevent this, I always turn off my oven at the end of the baking cycle and leave the tray inside for an extra hour with the door cracked. This slow-drying process pulls out all the remaining moisture, giving you a rock-hard, satisfyingly crunchy biscuit that stores beautifully for weeks.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour

• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)

• 1 ripe banana, mashed

• 1 egg

• 1/4 cup water

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a bowl, mix all ingredients until a stiff dough forms.

3. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into fun shapes.

4. Bake on a parchment-lined tray for 20 minutes until golden and crisp.

Chef’s Pro-Tip: Ensure your peanut butter is free from xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.

Serving Suggestion: Serve as a reward for training or a mid-afternoon snack; keep stored in an airtight container for up to one week.

Disclaimer: Every dog has different dietary needs and allergies. Please consult your veterinarian before introducing new foods into your pet’s diet.

Nutrition Facts (Per Treat): 

• 50 kcal 
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 7g
• Fiber: 1g
• Fat: 2g