Have you ever felt bad throwing out those over-ripe bananas? Don't want to make banana bread? Don't throw out the bananas that are too ripe use them to make dehydrated peanut butter banana chips for both you and your dog!
Instead, make some dehydrated homemade peanut butter banana chips using 2 ingredients that both you and your dog can enjoy.
Bananas have a delicious taste your pet will love, but you can nibble on them too. Bananas are not only delicious, but they can be good for your dog.
Does your dog like bananas? Be sure to try our Peanut Butter, Banana and Oats recipe or our Yogurt Banana Dog Treats.
Health Benefits From Bananas
Bananas are a great, heart-healthy treat for dogs and people.
- Have a Natural source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C.
- Include Vitamin C helps fight cataracts, glaucoma, kennel cough, joint inflammation, and arthritis.
- Vitamin B6 controls blood cell function.
- Packed bananas with fiber, potassium, and magnesium.
- Fiber is good for digestion and helps with constipation.
- Plus, potassium is good for muscles and blood vessels, and for balancing body fluids.
- Best of all, magnesium promotes bone growth and helps absorb vitamins and protein.
- Bananas boost the dog's immune system.
- Bananas are great for your dog’s hair and skin.
Is there a Downside to Eating Bananas
You probably already know the downside to bananas. Yep, it’s the sugar. Darn that sugar!
Bananas contain three types of natural sugar:
- fructose
- sucrose
- glucose
But don't let sugar stop you from letting your fur baby eat this yummy fruit. Just don’t go overboard by giving your pup too many treats, especially if your dog has weight problems.
Many veterinarians recommend bananas instead of the salty and fatty commercial treats.
Bananas are high in potassium, but low in sodium and cholesterol, making them a healthier choice.
How About Banana Chips?
Yes, banana chips are safe for your dog. They are packed with vitamins B and C, fiber and potassium. They're a great energy booster.
Moderation is the key when giving your dog a banana or banana chips. Banana has a lot of fiber, which can sometimes cause diarrhea or upset stomach if it's eaten too much.
If you're looking to buy banana chips, look for ones that don't contain artificial sweeteners. However, to be on the safe side, make your own baked banana chips.
A medium or large dog, you can give six to ten banana chips at a time, and if you have a small dog, don't give more than three.
Are Dehydrated Treats good for Dogs?
Even if you didn't have a dog, there’s probably a good chance that you’ve heard of dehydrated dog treats. These dehydrated treats usually take the shape of dehydrated jerky and are a common gift for a new puppy owner.
One of the most popular types of dehydrated dog treats is called dehydrated peanut butter banana chips for dogs, and it’s pretty much exactly what the name says.
Dried bananas that are made into dog snacks are a tasty and healthy treat for dogs of all ages, but you can also dehydrated bananas for dogs using a dehydrator.
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How to Make 2-Ingredient Dehydrated Peanut Butter Banana Chips for Dogs
Ingredients:
- 1 over ripe banana
- ½ cup powdered peanut butter
Supplies Needed:
- Mixing Bowl
- Dehydrator
Directions:
Step 1: Slice banana into slices that are about as thick as a quarter. The thinner the easier it is to dehydrate.
Step 2: Coat each slice with the peanut butter powder. Coat on the front and back.
Step 3: Place slices on the dehydrator tray so that they are not touching and evenly spaced out.
Step 4: Place the tray on the dehydrator and put the lid on. Set the temperature to 135 and the time for 8 hours.
Step 5: When it is about halfway done, flip all the slices over.
📖 Recipe
2-Ingredient Dehydrated Peanut Butter Banana Chips for Dogs
Ingredients
- ¼ cup powdered peanut butter
- 1 over ripe banana
Instructions
Step 1: Slice banana into slices that are about as thick as a quarter. The thinner the easier it is to dehydrate.
Step 2: Coat each slice with the peanut butter powder. Coat on the front and back.
Step 3: Place slices on the dehydrator tray so that they are not touching and evenly spaced out.
Step 4: Place the tray on the dehydrator and put the lid on. Set the temperature to 135 and the time for 8 hours.
Step 5: When it is about halfway done, flip all the slices over.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
20Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 10Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 3mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 1g
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Madison says
Could you use un ripe bananas
Anonymous says
How do you make powered peanut butter