Description
Homemade Strawberry and Banana Smoothie Bites offer furry friends a delightful, nutritious treat packed with natural goodness. Pups will wag tails with excitement over these frozen snacks that combine fruity flavors and wholesome ingredients for a tail-wagging experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 ripe banana, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) plain, unsweetened yogurt (dog-safe)
Sweetener:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey (optional)
Instructions
- Carefully remove the green tops from strawberries and dice them into small, uniform pieces. Peel the banana and slice it into thin sections.
- Transfer the prepared strawberries, banana slices, and yogurt into a blender. Drizzle honey if desired. Blend on high speed until achieving a completely smooth, uniform consistency.
- Gently transfer the blended mixture into silicone molds or standard ice cube trays, filling each compartment carefully. Tap the molds against the counter surface to eliminate any trapped air pockets.
- Position the filled molds in the freezer for 2-3 hours, ensuring the treats become completely solid and firm. Freezing time may vary depending on your freezer’s temperature.
- Once fully frozen, carefully extract the smoothie bites from their molds. These chilled treats are now ready to serve as a refreshing snack for your canine companion.
- For optimal freshness, store any remaining smoothie bites in a sealed, freezer-safe container. These treats will maintain their quality for up to 2 months when properly stored at consistent freezing temperatures.
Notes
- Check fruit ripeness Choose perfectly ripe, sweet strawberries and bananas for maximum flavor and natural sweetness without added sugars.
- Customize yogurt options Use plain, unsweetened yogurt to avoid artificial additives or choose lactose-free alternatives for dogs with dairy sensitivities.
- Control portion sizes Create small, bite-sized treats to prevent overfeeding and ensure easy consumption for dogs of all sizes.
- Consider dietary restrictions Substitute honey with a dog-safe alternative like a tiny amount of pure maple syrup if needed, or omit sweetener completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 2mg