Always use dog-safe ingredients and consult with your veterinarian before making treats. Healthy donuts for pets can be a delightful treat that you can easily make at home. These recipes not only cater to your furry friends’ taste buds but also ensure they are made with wholesome ingredients. Here are some of the best healthy donut recipes for your pets:
Easy Dog Donuts
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed bananas (about 2 ripe large bananas)
- ¼ cup natural creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas, peanut butter, coconut oil, and honey until well combined. Add the egg and mix again.
- Stir in the flour and baking soda until just combined.
- Fill the donut pan with the batter and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving to your pup.
Frosting: Mix Greek yogurt with peanut butter for a tasty topping![1][2][4].
Apple Peanut Butter Dog Donuts
Ingredients:
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a donut pan.
- In a bowl, combine peanut butter, applesauce, and honey until smooth.
- Add in the flour and baking powder, mixing until just combined.
- Pipe the batter into the donut pan and bake for about 10 minutes.
- Allow them to cool before serving.
These donuts can be drizzled with extra peanut butter for added flavor![5][6].
Peanut Butter Glazed Sweet Potato Doggy Donuts
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Mix mashed sweet potato and peanut butter until smooth, then add the egg.
- Combine flour and baking powder in another bowl, then alternate adding this mixture with milk into the sweet potato mixture.
- Spoon into a greased donut pan and bake for 15 minutes.
Glaze: Melt peanut butter with coconut oil and dip each donut for a delicious finish![6][7].
Conclusion
Making healthy donuts for your pets is not only simple but also a fun way to show them love while ensuring they eat nutritious treats. Always remember to use dog-safe ingredients and consult with your veterinarian if you’re unsure about any components!
Citations:
[1] https://www.sunnydayfamily.com/2017/01/dog-donuts.html
[2] https://www.ifyougiveablondeakitchen.com/dog-donuts/
[3] https://myloveforcooking.com/recipes/doggie-donuts/
[4] https://wearenotmartha.com/banana-doughnuts-for-dogs/
[5] https://www.cookiedoughandovenmitt.com/apple-peanut-butter-dognuts-6/
[6] https://www.sprinklesandseasalt.com/recipes/doggytreats/peanut-butter-glazed-sweet-potato-doggy-donuts/
[7] https://www.sprinklebakes.com/2016/06/carrot-and-apple-doggie-doughnuts.html
[8] https://espressoandlime.com/sprinkled-doggy-doughnuts/