Banana Pup Pops - A creamy, homemade popsicle that your dog will love! Delicious and good for them too!
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What to do, what to do with. . .VERY ripe bananas. Most people would make banana bread. Which I have also done in the past, but this time I opted for creating some delicious treats for our beautiful golden retriever, Belle.
Banana Pup Pops! Also known as pupsicles or popsicles for dogs. No, no that's still not quite right. They're more like pudding pops for dogs. Yep, I'm feeling better about this now.
Let me tell you what. If you have a furry family member in your home that adores their treats, well, then, you've come to the right place.
These pup pops will have your pet performing, behaving, doing whatever it needs to do to sink their teeth into one of these babies. Trust me. You're going to see evidence of the deliciousness in a few seconds.
How to Make Banana Pup Pops
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 banana (chopped into pieces)
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
Instructions
- Put all ingredients into food processor or blender and mix until well-combined and smooth.
- Divide the mixture into four paper cups.
- Position a rawhide stick into the middle of the cup.
- Place the cups in the freezer for at least 4 hours.
- Peel the paper cup away from the pop and let your pup enjoy!
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So, making the pops is SUPER easy. All you need is a blender or mini food processor to blend up the ingredients. THREE ingredients - count them, 3. Plain yogurt, banana and peanut butter. Simple? I'd say. Let's get on to the next step.
You know those little paper cups you use for drinking and rinsing your mouth after brushing your teeth in the bathroom? Yep, those - the little 3 ounce ones.
You're going to need 4 of those. I just happened to have some animal-themed ones I use for the kids in our house. Perfect.
- After blending the yogurt, banana and peanut butter, fill your four cups a little over ¾ full - just leave a little room at the top.
- Position a rawhide twist into the center of each pop. If you don't like giving your dog rawhide, you could always use a peanut butter stick. Place the cups in the freezer for at least 4 hours.
- When pops are frozen, unwrap the paper cup from the pop.
- Share with your pup!
Wanna' see what happened when I shared a pop with Belle? Did I have one happy pup on my hands! Do you remember the Tootsie Pop slogan, "How many licks does it take to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop?" That's what came to mind when feeding Belle her treat. LOL She licked that pop like nobody's business and then finished strong with chewing up the rawhide stick, too! Our little Belle. She's so much fun!
I hope you enjoy making these for your dog, too. They're going to love you for it. I promise!
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Banana Pup Pops
Materials
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 banana (chopped into pieces)
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
Instructions
- Put all ingredients into food processor or blender and mix until well-combined and smooth.
- Divide the mixture into four paper cups.
- Position a rawhide stick into the middle of the cup.
- Place the cups in the freezer for at least 4 hours.
- Peel the paper cup away from the pop and let your pup enjoy!
Notes
- Choose Dog-Friendly Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients used are safe and healthy for your furry friend. Use plain yogurt without added sugars or artificial sweeteners, as these can be harmful to dogs. Opt for natural peanut butter with no added sugar or xylitol, which is toxic to dogs. Additionally, make sure the banana is ripe but not overly ripe, as overly ripe bananas can upset your dog's stomach.
- Adjust Texture to Suit Your Dog's Preferences: Depending on your dog's preferences and chewing habits, you may want to adjust the texture of the pup pops. If your dog prefers softer treats, blend the ingredients until smooth. For dogs who enjoy a bit of crunch, blend the mixture until it's slightly chunky. You can also experiment with freezing the mixture for different lengths of time to achieve the desired texture. Just be mindful of any choking hazards, especially if your dog tends to gulp down treats quickly.
- Supervise Your Dog During Enjoyment: While these pup pops are a delicious and refreshing treat for your furry friend, it's essential to supervise them while they enjoy it. Rawhide sticks can pose a choking hazard if not chewed properly, so make sure your dog doesn't swallow large chunks. Additionally, keep an eye on your dog to ensure they don't consume the paper cup along with the pup pop. Supervision helps ensure your dog's safety and prevents any potential accidents or digestive issues.
Ashley
What would you recommend using to replace the peanut butter? I'd love to make something like this for her but she's allergic to peanut butter. Thanks! 🙂
Sara
You could try almond or hazelnut butter. If she can't have any nuts at all, you could try sunflower butter.
Pat O'Dea
Rawhide isn't good for dogs. Use a milk bone or some other treat your dog likes
Mompupoftwo
My dogs absolutely loved these!!! Super easy to make and doesn't break the bank ?
Leah
I'm definitely going to make this for my little, let's say big, Cooper. He loves any treat and in this hot summer day, he'll love them even more
Sara
Let me know if Cooper enjoyed them!
Pandora
Easy to say my pup loves them but he loves evenings cook or don't just loves food