Description
These Blueberry, Strawberry, and Carrot Balls are nutritious, no-bake dog treats made with wholesome fruits, veggies, rolled oats, and natural peanut butter. Perfect for training rewards or special snacks, they combine fresh berries and shredded carrots into bite-sized balls that dogs will love. Easy to prepare and healthy, these treats avoid harmful ingredients like xylitol and can be customized with other dog-safe fruits.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup chopped strawberries (hulled)
- ½ cup finely shredded carrots
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1–2 tablespoons water (as needed)
Instructions
- Process Oats: In a food processor, pulse the rolled oats until they resemble a coarse flour, which will help bind the ingredients together for the dough.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the blueberries, chopped strawberries, finely shredded carrots, natural peanut butter, and ground flaxseed to the food processor.
- Form Dough: Blend the mixture until it comes together into a thick dough. If the mixture feels too dry or crumbly, add water one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until the dough sticks together easily.
- Shape Balls: Scoop out small portions of the dough and roll them between your hands to form bite-sized balls, suitable for dogs.
- Chill: Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up properly.
- Store: Keep the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze them for longer storage to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Always use xylitol-free peanut butter as xylitol is toxic to dogs.
- These treats make excellent training rewards or special snacks to spoil your dog.
- You can substitute other dog-safe fruits such as banana or apple if desired.
