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No-Bake PB & Oat Energy Balls

Five minutes, no oven. Great for hot summer kitchens.

No-Bake PB & Oat Energy Balls, homemade dog recipe
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Yields
About 16 balls
Level
easy

Ingredients

Ingredients for No-Bake PB & Oat Energy Balls
  • ½ cup xylitol-free peanut butter
  • ¼ cup honey (small amount, optional)
  • 1¼ cups rolled oats
  • ¼ cup ground flaxseed

Steps

  1. Warm PB and honey until pourable.
  2. Stir in oats and flax until a stiff mix.
  3. Roll into walnut-sized balls.
  4. Chill 30 min to firm up.

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
1 ball
1 kg60 kg

Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.

Pet weightSuggested portion
5 kg½ ball
15 kg1 ball
30 kg2 balls

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
2001 kcal
Per ball
125 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~147% of the daily treat budget125 / 85 kcal
One serving is above the 10% daily treat allowance for a 15kg dog. Cut the portion or treat as an occasional reward only.
Do not feed
  • Peanut butter or any food containing xylitol

See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.

Storage

Fridge 1 week; freeze 2 months.

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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