Both bananas and raspberries have numerous health benefits for our dogs so these banana and raspberry dog biscuits provide a tasty, yet nutritious treat for your furry friend. Bananas are rich in fibre (which aids digestion), magnesium (which supports bone growth and helps the body with the absorption of essential vitamins, and potassium (which keeps the heart and kidneys healthy). Raspberries are also a good source of dietary fibre and contain anti-inflammatory compounds, thus supporting dogs with arthritis and other mobility issues. In addition, raspberries contain vitamin C (which is essential for bone growth, eye health, supporting the immune system and a healthy coat). The antioxidants in raspberries help protect the body against free radical damage, fighting against cancer and heart disease.
My dogs like these banana and raspberry dog biscuits broken into smaller bitesize chunks. There are lots of different sized/shaped dog-themed cookie cutters out there so choose one that is appropriate for your breed of dog.
Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- 40g (2/3 cup) raspberries
- 1 egg
- 100g (1/3 cup) peanut butter
- 120g (1 cup) plain flour – I use plain wholemeal
- 50g (1/2 cup) oats
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 150℃/300°F and line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
- Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- You can either spoon the mixture into silicone moulds or add another 25g flour to the mixture and roll out to 5mm. Cut out using a cookie cutter and arrange on the lined baking tray.
- Place on the middle shelf of an oven for 25-30 minutes.
Top tip: You can swap the raspberries for chopped strawberries, or add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the mixture.
Cooking for your dog can be extremely satisfying; it is great fun experimenting with different ingredients! It’s also great to know exactly what you are putting into your dog’s body – see more delicious dog recipes here.