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Football Dog Treats
Fun, banana-based biscuits with a simple yogurt and peanut butter decoration. These treats are high in potassium and easy for dogs to digest.
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 24 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 2 bananas
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free), for the dough
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free), for the topping
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter and mix until smooth.
- Add the rice flour mixing until a dough forms. If it's too sticky, add a little more rice flour.
- Roll out the dough in between two layers of parchment paper to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Use a football-shaped cookie cutter (or hand-shape them) and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until firm and lightly golden. Let them cool completely.
- In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup peanut butter until smooth. Spread evenly over the cookies.
- Use a piping bag or a spoon to decorate the cookies with the Greek yogurt, you can create football laces or other fun designs!
- Let the frosting set for about 15 minutes, then serve.
Substitutions
- Mashed pumpkin instead of banana
- Oat flour instead of rice flour
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your dog's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
2 small treats per day
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 small treat per day |
| 15 kg | 2 small treats per day |
| 30 kg | 3 small treats per day |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
1767 kcal
Per treat
74 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~87% of the daily treat budget74 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Peanut butter containing xylitol (always check the label)
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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