Description
These Strawberry Oat Smoothie Sticks for Dogs are a healthy, tasty frozen treat perfect for keeping your furry friend cool in warm weather. Made with fresh strawberries, Greek yogurt, and rolled oats, these smoothie sticks are packed with nutrients and easy to prepare. They contain no harmful additives and can be customized with optional flaxseed meal and a touch of honey for added flavor and health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
Dairy
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened, no xylitol)
Grains & Seeds
- ¾ cup rolled oats (old-fashioned preferred)
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal (optional)
Sweeteners
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Liquids
- A splash of water or unsweetened coconut water (as needed for blending)
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Rinse the fresh strawberries thoroughly, remove the stems, and chop them into smaller pieces to ensure easy blending. Gather the rolled oats and plain Greek yogurt for the base of the smoothie sticks.
- Blend mixture: Add the chopped strawberries, rolled oats, and Greek yogurt to a blender or food processor. Blend the ingredients until the mixture is smooth yet retains a slightly textured consistency. Add a splash of water or unsweetened coconut water as needed to help blend and achieve the desired consistency.
- Add boosters: If desired, mix in the flaxseed meal and honey to the smoothie mixture. Blend briefly once more to fully incorporate these optional ingredients, enhancing the nutritional value and flavor.
- Fill molds: Pour the smoothie blend into silicone molds suitable for freezing treats. Tap the molds gently on the counter to remove any trapped air bubbles for even freezing.
- Freeze: Place the filled molds into the freezer and let them freeze solid for at least 4 to 6 hours, or ideally overnight for best texture.
- Serve: Once frozen, pop the smoothie sticks out of the molds and serve directly to your dog as a refreshing treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use plain Greek yogurt without any artificial sweeteners like xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
- Flaxseed meal adds omega-3 fatty acids and fiber but is optional depending on your dog’s diet.
- Honey is an optional natural sweetener; use sparingly especially if your dog has diabetes.
- Always introduce new treats gradually to monitor for any allergic reactions.
- Consult with your veterinarian if your dog has special dietary restrictions or health conditions before offering these treats.
- Silicone molds are preferred for easy removal of frozen sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dog Treat
- Method: Blending and Freezing
- Cuisine: Pet-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie stick (approximately 60 g)
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 1.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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