Description
Cool canine “Pup Freeze” delights furry friends with simple, refreshing ingredients perfect for summer treats. Homemade dog-friendly ice cream provides a nutritious, tail-wagging snack you’ll enjoy preparing together.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- ½ cup (118 milliliters) plain unsweetened yogurt
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) peanut butter (unsalted and xylitol-free)
Optional/Additional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
- Prepare the primary ingredients by mashing the banana thoroughly to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Transfer the banana into a blender or food processor and integrate the yogurt, peanut butter, and optional applesauce for enhanced flavor and texture.
- Pulse and blend the mixture until completely uniform and free of lumps, creating a silky base for the frozen treat.
- Select appropriate freezing vessels such as silicone molds, ice cube trays, or small disposable paper cups for portioning.
- Carefully distribute the creamy mixture evenly into the chosen containers, filling each to approximately three-quarters full to allow for expansion during freezing.
- Place the filled containers into the freezer, positioning them flat to prevent spillage and ensure consistent freezing.
- Allow the dog treats to solidify completely, which typically requires a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight for optimal texture.
- When ready to serve, gently remove a single portion from the mold by running briefly under warm water or letting it sit at room temperature for a minute.
- Present the frozen treat to your canine companion, monitoring their enjoyment and ensuring they consume it at a comfortable pace.
Notes
- Choose ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and easier blending, ensuring a smoother texture for your furry friend.
- Use plain, unsweetened yogurt to avoid added sugars and artificial sweeteners that might harm dogs.
- Select natural, xylitol-free peanut butter to prevent potential toxicity and ensure canine safety.
- Customize the treat by swapping ingredients like using Greek yogurt for extra protein or adding a small amount of honey for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg