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Published: May 14, 2020 · Modified: Jun 30, 2022 by Mischka

Easy, Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats (Only 3 Ingredients!)

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Looking for a simple dog treat recipe? These Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats are INCREDIBLY easy-to-make. They only require THREE ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen!

Heart Shaped Peanut Butter and Banana Homemade Dog Treat.

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There’s nothing better than homemade treats. That’s true for humans and our fur babies. Store-bought treats can be expensive and full of chemicals. Making them at home allows us to KNOW (and control) each ingredient. 

These Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats only include THREE ingredients - Natural Peanut Butter, a Banana, and Old-Fashioned Oats.

The three ingredients for peanut butter banana dog treats with oats laid out on a marble counter - Skippy Natural Peanut Butter, One Mashed Banana, and Old-Fashioned Oats.

This means they are WHEAT-FREE, high protein, and healthy for your dog. 

These easy DIY Paw Print Ornaments are made with only three ingredients too! Make them this holiday season and have an inexpensive, heartwarming keepsake of your dog for years to come.

Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats

What kind of peanut butter?

It is incredibly important to use a peanut butter that does NOT contain xylitol. NO XYLITOL. 

According to VCA Animal Hospital, “Xylitol is extremely toxic to dogs. Even small amounts of xylitol can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), seizures, liver failure, or even death in dogs."

I like to use (and eat) Skippy’s Natural Peanut Butter. It does not contain xylitol. It tastes great (I eat it by the spoonful). And, it doesn’t separate like other natural peanut butters. 

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How to Make Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats

This recipe is truly simple. It's incredibly easy, quick, and can be done in one bowl.

I prefer to use an overripe banana, like I do in my banana recipes for humans.

If you're interested in those too, check out:
- Simple Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Easy, Moist, & Delicious Banana Bread Recipe

It's easiest to just mash the banana in the mixing bowl that you're using to mix everything then add the oats and peanut butter.

In the "How to" video on this page, I mashed up the banana in a separate bowl. Then, I threw the oats, banana, and peanut butter in the main mixing bowl. This was to show each ingredient.

Both ways work. The order of ingredients does not matter in this recipe.

Cutting these Peanut Butter Dog Treats into Shapes

The batter will be a bit sticky because of the peanut butter, but I still like to cut shapes out of it.

For other Homemade Dog Treat Recipes, check out:
- Easy 3-Ingredient Cheddar Dog Treats
- Easy Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats
- Bacon Cheddar Pupcakes

The brown batter for Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats in a pink mixing bowl and on a white spatula

To do this, I plop the mixture on some parchment paper. Then, I spread it out to about 1/4" thickness and cut with cookie cutters.

I always recommend this Wilton Cookie Cutters Set because I've had it for about a decade and I'm still obsessed with it. It includes so many great shapes like a dog bone, a dog, circles, hearts, and more.

I also love this set of Dog Cookie/Treat Cutters. It includes different sizes of bones, paw prints, and dogs so you can make a variety of cute, easy homemade .

Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats

Help your pooch beat the heat with these Easy Blueberry Mint Pupsicles (Frozen Dog Treats).

Heart-shaped, homemade dog treats made with only three ingredients - banana, peanut butter, and oats.
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3-Ingredient Homemade PB & Banana Dog Treats

Looking for a simple dog treat recipe? These Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats are INCREDIBLY easy to make. They only require THREE ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Dog Treats
Servings: 21 small treats

Ingredients

  • 1 Banana preferably overripe
  • 1/2 cup Natural Peanut Butter (no xylitol)
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Mash an overripe banana in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
  • Add the Natural Peanut Butter and Old-Fashioned Oats. Mix.
  • Plop the mix on a sheet of parchment paper. Spread it out to your desired thickness. I recommend about 1/4”.
  • Cut out in shapes of your choice.
  • Place on a prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden. 
  • Let cool completely before giving to your dog. 

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Notes

This recipe yields about 21 small dog treats. It will vary based on how big you cut your treats. 

If you make these treats, I'd love to see them and hear about your dog! Please tag or mention @lovemischka on Pinterest, FB, or Instagram.

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  1. Terri says

    February 02, 2021 at 6:45 pm

    How long are these good for

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    • Mischka says

      February 02, 2021 at 7:18 pm

      Hi Terri! They’re good for about a week. I like to store them in an airtight container in the fridge.

      Reply
    • Mary says

      June 30, 2022 at 12:01 pm

      5 stars
      We’ve added blueberries to ours and the dogs love them. Once they are cool, you can also freeze them in an airtight bag/container or you can freeze the mixture and just use what you need that week.

      Reply
      • Brooke B says

        August 12, 2022 at 12:38 pm

        Blueberries are toxic to dogs. You can google it.

        Reply
        • Mischka says

          August 12, 2022 at 2:30 pm

          Hi Brooke,
          According to American Kennel Club, blueberries are safe for dogs to eat (in moderation, of course) - https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-blueberries/

          PetMd also says the same - https://www.petmd.com/dog/nutrition/evr_multi_healthy_snacks & https://www.petmd.com/dog/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-blueberries

          Thank you for your concern for other readers though. We all need to look out for one another.

          Reply
        • Kaye says

          August 20, 2022 at 8:08 am

          Blueberries are not toxic to dogs, they are a superfood full of antioxidants.

          Reply
        • Tricia Poinsette says

          November 09, 2022 at 1:17 pm

          Hi Brooke. I don’t believe blueberries are toxic to dogs, maybe you’re thinking of grapes?? Toxic foods include chocolate, grapes, fruit pits/stems/seeds, nuts (not peanuts because they’re legumes), alcohol, and artificial sweeteners. I’m not a vet, but my vet told me this. He said blueberries are healthy for dogs, but be careful as they can be a choking hazard.

          Reply
        • Tricia P says

          November 09, 2022 at 1:21 pm

          Hi Brooke. I don’t believe blueberries are toxic to dogs, maybe you’re thinking of grapes?? Toxic foods include chocolate, grapes, fruit pits/stems/seeds, nuts (not peanuts because they’re legumes), alcohol, and artificial sweeteners. I’m not a vet, but my vet told me this. He said blueberries are healthy for dogs, but be careful as they can be a choking hazard.

          Reply
          • Teresa says

            December 30, 2022 at 9:32 pm

            5 stars
            Yes, probably grapes. Blueberries are full of anti-oxidants and vitamins with a very low sugar content. I often throw a few berries in with my dog's food when we have them.

        • Elyse Gilbert says

          November 23, 2022 at 11:37 am

          We make 200 pounds of dog food balanced and created by an animal nutritionist which includes 4 pounds of blueberries. Not only are they non-toxic, but as stated in another reply, they are a superfood.

          Reply
          • Wendy says

            January 02, 2023 at 6:33 pm

            I would love your dog food recipe!

        • Cyndi says

          February 04, 2023 at 10:54 pm

          Blueberries are not toxic to dogs. They are one of the healthiest food to give to a dog and humans.

          Reply
      • JPW says

        December 21, 2022 at 5:19 pm

        Blueberries are absolutely toxic to dogs. So are grapes, cherries, and more. You really should research what not to feed your animals before feeding it to them. Dogs do not know what's bad for them. And just because they seem to love something, does not make it good for them. Some of these toxic foods can cause their bodies to literally lethally turn on them, cause renal failure, metabolize negatively, and more. So please research everything first. Make notes to remember as well.

        Reply
        • Cindy says

          January 07, 2023 at 1:48 pm

          https://www.google.com/search?q=are+blueberries+good+for+dogs&rlz=1C5GCEM_enUS1005US1007&oq=are+blueb&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0i512l2j46i512j0i433i512j0i131i433i512j46i512j0i512l3.3526j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

          Link to the search if blue berries are good for dogs. ALL say yes.

          Reply
  2. Marcy says

    February 28, 2021 at 12:52 pm

    What method do you use to prepare the cookie sheet?

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    • Mischka says

      February 28, 2021 at 12:56 pm

      Hi Marcy, I like to use parchment paper. Some people use tin foil. It’s just so the treats do not stick to the pan, so even a little oil on the cookie sheet would work.

      Reply
  3. Lisa says

    January 09, 2022 at 3:53 pm

    I added an egg and a tiny bit of water to get the mix going . Also made the oatmeal into more of a powder/ flour. Turned out pretty good.

    Reply
  4. Craig says

    February 05, 2022 at 7:32 pm

    5 stars
    Made one batch today just to see if my dog would like them and he loves them . Will be making these again . Thank u for these healthy treats .

    Reply
  5. Lisa says

    March 08, 2022 at 3:04 pm

    3 stars
    I liked the idea of this recipe only being three ingredients, however mine just did not stay together. Even after letting them cool completely, they’re still smooshy, no matter how long I cook them. I’m going to try to add an egg and see if that will help keep them together. ‍♀️

    Reply
    • Mischka says

      April 07, 2022 at 3:56 pm

      Oh no, I'm sorry to hear that. Usually baking them for a little longer and letting them cool fixes any issues with that. Someone commented on Pinterest that they added an egg to the recipe. It worked out well for her and her neighbor's dog (she said, he loved them). Did adding an egg work better for you?

      Reply
  6. Honeylyn says

    March 26, 2022 at 2:33 pm

    Hello,
    I have plenty of PB2 power peanut butter. Can I use this instead of the regular peanut butter? It has less calories too 🙂

    Reply
    • Mischka says

      April 07, 2022 at 3:42 pm

      Hi, Regular peanut butter holds the treats together. Some people add an egg to help it to do so. I have never used powdered peanut butter, so I don't know if an egg or two would be enough to hold the treats together. If you try it, I would love to hear how it turns out. I've been thinking about getting the PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter for myself.

      Reply
    • JPW says

      December 21, 2022 at 5:45 pm

      As long as the Powdered Peanut Butter doesn't have Xylitol, other sugars, or any other ingredients unsafe for dogs. Make sure to check and verify ingredients safety for dogs first.

      Reply
  7. Marilyn says

    April 07, 2022 at 8:58 pm

    5 stars
    I usually purchase this from a local set of middle school girls that sell it and donate all the proceeds to a shelter we are home. But I figured I’d give it a try and do it myself. This is my baby favorite treat.

    Reply
  8. Linda says

    April 09, 2022 at 4:54 pm

    I just made these treats and they turned out great. Do you have any other recipes for treats that are good for longer than a week? I have a small dog and cannot possibly feed her all 36 treats in one week.

    Reply
    • Mischka says

      April 23, 2022 at 9:44 pm

      Hi, I’m happy they turned out great. I completely understand about not being able to feed all the treats to your dog in a week. My “goddaughter” is a pomapoo. She’s only 10 lbs. I’ve been working on some small batch recipes and dried treats that will last longer. They’re not ready to be posted yet though. For now, I have some frozen treats that last a long time - Easy Frozen Dog Treats

      Reply
    • Cassandra says

      July 06, 2022 at 5:47 pm

      Perhaps you could freeze them.

      Reply
    • Lynne McReynolds says

      February 04, 2023 at 1:18 pm

      You can put them in the freezer, they will last for months.

      Reply
  9. Rosemarie Hubbard says

    May 24, 2022 at 3:22 pm

    Love you recipes ❤️ And what’s better so do my dogs and my daughter’s dogs Thank you for all your posts

    Reply
    • Mischka says

      August 12, 2022 at 2:32 pm

      Thank you so much, Rosemarie! This really brightened my day.❤️

      Reply
  10. Nicole says

    November 08, 2022 at 5:48 pm

    Can you freeze these and thaw them? Anyone try? Wanted to make them for a shelter fundraiser and wanted to get a bunch done beforehand. TY!

    Reply
    • Mischka says

      November 16, 2022 at 1:43 pm

      Hi Nicole! I love that you want to make them for a shelter fundraiser. I have never tried to freeze and thaw them, so I truly don't know. I can't see why it wouldn't work? Hm. If anyone has tried it, please let us know.

      Reply
  11. Grainne Fusani says

    February 01, 2023 at 1:05 pm

    My dogs loved the biscuits I add Two eggs Omitted the banana because of sugar and used coconut flour unfortunately when I left them on a rack to cool and my male dog ate 10 of them could thing I didn’t use the banana I’m worried about all that salt though

    Reply
    • Tabitha says

      February 17, 2023 at 8:29 pm

      You can try unsalted peanut butter. I buy the Adams unsalted for our family.

      Reply
  12. Tabitha says

    February 17, 2023 at 8:27 pm

    Looking forward to trying this recipe! My dog has an oat flour and banana dog treat that she loves and the addition of peanut butter will make her day! She has a sensitive tummy so we're careful what we give her. I use Adams, since it's just peanut or peanuts and salt. Skippy's Natural has sugar :/

    Reply

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