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There are far things better than the ol’ peanut butter/banana combo, and when they come together in this 4-ingredient smoothie, it’s definitely heaven in a glass.

4 Ingredients

• Peanut Butter
• Banana
• Vanilla Extract
• Milk- see below for substitution options

Milk Substitutions in Smoothies

Soy milk, almond milk, and Coconut milk make great substitutions for regular milk when making smoothies.

Best Equipment For Making Smoothies

My first suggestion would be to use a NutriBullet.

• This is the one that I have and it’s super powerful. It allows you to fully extract nutrients because it breaks down pulp, seeds, stalks, and skins so finely that you don’t even realize it’s there.

You can also use a good quality blender.

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Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

Smooth peanut butter combined with a refreshing frozen banana, milk of choice, and a splash of vanilla. This energizing smoothie is healthy and satisfying! 

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Calories 400kcal

Author Stephanie

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk see notes
• 1 frozen banana sliced into one inch pieces
• 1 ½ Tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

• Combine all ingredients in a blender or NutriBullet, (my tool of choice). Blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and serve!

Notes

Soy milk, almond milk, and Coconut milk make great substitutions for regular milk when making smoothies. 

If you don't have a frozen banana, add 3/4 cup of ice. 

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 216mg | Potassium: 900mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 470IU | Vitamin C: 10.2mg | Calcium: 286mg | Iron: 0.8mg

Do you know what the best thing is about this giant glass bowl of peanut noodle heaven? It’s all mine. (My husband doesn’t go for peanut sauce.)

About this Peanut Sauce Recipe:

• I’ve tried several different peanut sauce recipes, but I always seem to go back to this one. There are so many out there that call for a ton of ingredients but I think it’s the simplicity of this one that keeps me coming back.
• This peanut sauce is also an excellent marinade for grilled chicken! Stick the chicken on a skewer, grill it, and you have chicken satay!
• Two of my favorite dinner recipes to make this sauce are chicken noodle stir fry and chicken noodle stir fry.

Ingredients

Peanut Sauce

• Smooth Peanut Butter
• Soy Sauce
• Sriracha Sauce- optional, adds a little heat
• Sugar
• Garlic
• Water

Noodles + Add-Ons

• Spaghetti
• Baby Carrots
• Salted Peanuts
• Peanut Oil
• Green Onions
• Sesame Seeds

How to Make it

• Combine peanut sauce ingredients in a large bowl along with the carrots and half of the peanuts.
• Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
• Add to bowl of peanut sauce and use kitchen tongs and toss to coat. Sauce will thicken upon sitting and the noodles will continue to absorb the sauce.
• Refrigerate for 4 hours.
• Drizzle with peanut oil to loosen up the noodles prior to serving.

• Transfer to a serving bowl, top with remaining peanuts, green onions, and sesame seeds.

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Cold Peanut Noodles

Savory noodles smothered in a flavorful peanut sauce and chilled in the fridge, then topped with green onions and chopped peanuts. A perfect group side dish or meatless lunch!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Japanese

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Chill Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 8 people

Calories 534kcal

Author Stephanie

Ingredients

Peanut Sauce

• 1 cup smooth peanut butter
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 Tablespoons Sriracha hot chili sauce, (omit if you don't like heat)
• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1 cup water

Other Ingredients

• ¾ cup baby carrots, julienned
• ¾ cup salted peanuts, roughly chopped
• 1 pound spaghetti
• 1/8 cup peanut oil
• 4 green onions, diced
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds, to garnish

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Instructions

• Combine all of the peanut sauce ingredients in a large bowl until well incorporated. Add all of the carrots and half of the peanuts. Set aside. 
• Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
• Drain the pasta and rinse with cool water. Add it to the large bowl of peanut sauce and use tongs to toss and coat the pasta, the peanut sauce will thicken in the fridge.  
• Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours. 
  
• When ready to serve, remove the noodles from the fridge and drizzle them with peanut oil. Use tongs to toss the noodles loosen them up a bit. Transfer them to a glass serving bowl and top with diced green onions, remaining chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy! 
  

Notes

This recipe feeds 4 people as a main entree, or 6 as a side dish! 

Nutrition

Calories: 534kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 802mg | Potassium: 551mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1741IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 3mg

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Guys, meet Toby. Toby is my sweet little morkie who deserves to eat homemade dog treats all day, every day. Of all of the dog treat recipes that I’ve made him over the years, (including homemade dog cake), these might be his all-time favorite, because they’re packed with so many of his favorite things.

My inspiration for these began the other day when I dropped a big ol’ strawberry on the floor. Since Toby is my personal robotic vacuum, he polished that sucker up before I could even attempt to bend down and pick it up.

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Guys, how much do you just love your dog?! I think we can both agree that dogs are just the best.

Dogs are naturally just happy little beings, but put a slice of this dog cake in front of your furry friend, and they pretty much explode with excitement.

Bonus: Kids love making cakes for dogs. My 3-year old girl gets such a kick out of mixing the ingredients together in the bowl and watching it transform after it bakes in the oven.

My Dog Toby

My dog’s name is Toby. He’s our 6 year old Morkie (half Yorkie, half Maltese).

He finds himself torn between the two personalities of those breeds. He thinks he’s a hunter, but if he ever actually caught a squirrel I don’t think he’d have the slightest idea what to do next.

Tell me about your dog!

Dog Cake Recipe Ingredients

• Large egg
• Creamy all-natural peanut butter- Teddie brand is my favorite. Sunbutter can also be used.
• Olive or Vegetable oil
• Vanilla Extract*
• Honey- Maple syrup can also be used
• Shredded Carrots
• Almond Flour -see below for alternative options

*The alcohol in the vanilla extract cooks out during the baking process but you may also substitute alcohol free vanilla extract as well.

Can Dogs Have Flour?

In short, yes. However, flour can post an allergy to some dogs, so always proceed with caution and consult a vet if needed.

I recommend using Almond flour, because it’s healthy and easy to find. You can also use all-purpose or whole wheat flour.

Healthy Flour Varieties for Dogs:

Grain: Barley, Buckwheat, Millet, Oat, Pea, Quinoa, Rice, Sorghum

Non-Grain: Chickpea, Coconut, Hazelnut, Lentil, Potato

Optional  “Frosting” for Dog Cake

• 1/2 lb. of cooked/peeled potatoes whipped with 1/2 plain Greek yogurt make a great frosting for this cake.
• 1/4 cup peanut butter + 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt works too!

Best Pan Sizes for this Cake:

I have tried both of these options and find that either works well for this dog cake recipe!

• 5.75 x 3 inch mini loaf pan
• 6 cup bundt pan

Reader Reviews:

• “Wow! I made this for my dog Pupcake’s birthday, and he LOVED it! He didn’t even sit when we showed it to him (he usually does that when we present to him a new treat.) He grabbed the piece and ran out joyously. It was a great hit for him. I tried it too, and it is really good!! Thank you for sharing this.”
• “Brilliant recipe! Not just for doggies we liked it too!”
• “I made this cake for our Lucy’s 1st Birthday and shared it with her doggy friends. WOW, I make one often now!”
• “So I totally just made these for my mother in law dog for her birthday 🎂. And I’m not even going to lie I tried a piece and they were really good I was surprised! Thank you so much for this recipe!!!!”

Storage

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Try These Next!

• Strawberry Banana Dog Treats
• Peanut Butter Bacon Dog Treats
• Apple Carrot Dog Treats
• Homemade Doggie Cake

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Dog Cake Recipe

This homemade dog cake recipe has a tasty blend of peanut butter, honey and carrots.  Kids love to help mix up the batter for this easy birthday cake for your dog!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 10

Calories 215kcal

Author Stephanie

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup creamy all-natural peanut butter
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract *See Notes
• 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup Almond flour or whole wheat, see notes for other options

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Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
• In a medium bowl, combine the egg, peanut butter, oil, vanilla, and honey (optional).
• Stir in the carrots, then gradually add the flour until well combined.
• Pour into a small and greased baking pan. I used a 5.75 x 3 inch mini loaf pan and it was perfect. a 6 cup ring mold also works.
• Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, (mine was done after 30). Turn onto a wire rack and let cool completely.

Notes

*The alcohol in the vanilla extract cooks out during the baking process but you may also substitute alcohol free vanilla extract as well.

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Optional  Frosting for Dog Cake

• 1/2 lb. of cooked/peeled potatoes whipped with 1/2 plain Greek yogurt make a great frosting for this cake.
• 1/4 cup peanut butter + 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt works too!

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All-purpose or whole wheat flour may also be used.

Other Flour Alternatives for Dogs:

Grain: Barley, Buckwheat, Millet, Oat, Pea, Quinoa, Rice, Sorghum

Non-Grain: Chickpea, Coconut, Hazelnut, Lentil, Potato

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Pan Sizes that work well:

• 5.75 x 3 inch mini loaf pan
• 6 cup bundt pan

 

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Storage: 

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Do not feed the entire cake to your dog at once. Give them small pieces of this cake at a time. 

*When it doubt, always consult your vet regarding any diet changes.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 2160IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg

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Toby! Have you met Toby? He’s my little baby.

Ever since I bought these cute little dog treat molds, I can’t seem to stop making him cute little treats in fun little shapes!

Treat-making a great activity with the little ones too, and these make fantastic gifts.

Best Kind of Peanut Butter for dogs:

• All-natural peanut butter without added salt or sugar is best for dogs.
• Do not use light or sugar-free peanut butter, as those may have artificial sweeteners (such as xylitol) which is toxic to dogs.
• I like to use Teddy Smooth All-Natural Peanut Butter, which can also commonly be found in grocery stores.

Can Dogs Have Flour?

In short, yes. But flour can post an allergy to some dogs, and flour is certainly not a necessity in their diet, but rather is used as a binding agent in many treat recipes.

If possible, I recommend using Almond flour, because it’s healthy and easy to find at the grocery store.

Healthier Flour Alternatives for Dog Treats:

Grain: Barley, Buckwheat, Millet, Oat, Pea, Quinoa, Rice, Sorghum

Non-Grain: Chickpea, Coconut, Hazelnut, Lentil, Potato

Storage

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Freeze for up to 3 months, removing them as you need them and letting them come to room temperature.

Dog Treats as Gifts:

• These treats make fantastic gift ideas and are perfect for giving in these little canisters!
• Treat-making and gift-giving is also a great activity for little ones, (with your assistance of course!)

Other Dog Treat Recipes:

• Strawberry Banana Dog Treats
• Peanut Butter Bacon Dog Treats
• Apple Carrot Dog Treats
• Homemade Doggie Cake

Looking for a human treat to enjoy with your pup?! Make yourself an energizing Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie! 

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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Banana Dog Treats

These homemade dog treats are filled with peanut butter, mashed banana, and oats! These make great gift ideas and are a fun baking activity for adults and kids!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 15

Calories 78kcal

Author Stephanie

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup peanut butter*
• 1 cup Almond flour See notes for alternative flour options
• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1 mashed banana (1/2 cup)

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 300 degrees
• Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and knead until a dough ball forms. If it's too sticky, add a little more flour.
• Roll it out on a lightly floured surface and cut into shapes with cookie cutters or use these cute dog treat molds!
• Place the cutouts on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes.

Notes

*All-natural peanut butter without added salt or sugar is best. Do not use light or sugar-free peanut butter, as those may have artificial sweeteners (such as xylitol) which is toxic to dogs.

Storage:

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Or freeze for up to 3 months, removing them as you need them and letting them come to room temperature.

Healthier Flour Alternatives for Dog Treats:

Grain: Barley, Buckwheat, Millet, Oat, Pea, Quinoa, Rice, Sorghum

Non-Grain: Chickpea, Coconut, Hazelnut, Lentil, Potato

*When it doubt, always consult your vet regarding any diet changes.

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.6mg

Recipe Adpated From: MissMollySays.com

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How rewarding is it to make little dog treats for a little pup in your life?! I’ve been making these treats for years, both for my own dog and for my friend’s dogs. They have everything your little pup could want.

Let’s get into some questions that you may have about the ingredients!

Best Kind of Peanut Butter for dogs:

• All-natural peanut butter without added salt or sugar is best for dogs.
• Do not use light or sugar-free peanut butter, as those may have artificial sweeteners (such as xylitol) which is toxic to dogs.
• I like to use Teddy Smooth All-Natural Peanut Butter, which can also commonly be found in grocery stores.

Best Kind of Flour for Dogs

If possible, I recommend using Almond flour, because it’s healthy and easy to find at the grocery store.

Healthier Flour Alternatives for Dog Treats:

Grain: Barley, Buckwheat, Millet, Oat, Pea, Quinoa, Rice, Sorghum

Non-Grain: Chickpea, Coconut, Hazelnut, Lentil, Potato

Can Dogs Have Milk?

• Just like people, some dogs can digest milk easily and with no issues. Other dogs have trouble, or may be lactose intolerant. This resource goes into greater detail about that.
• In short, be cautious about introducing new foods to your dog for the first time, and always consult a vet when in doubt.

Dog Treats as Gifts:

• These treats make fantastic gift ideas! These are the dog treat molds that I used in this recipe.
• These are even smaller treat molds and are perfect for giving in these little canisters!
• Treat-making and gift-giving is also a great activity for little ones, (with your assistance of course!)

Other Dog Treat Recipes:

• Strawberry Banana Dog Treats
• Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats
• Apple Carrot Dog Treats
• Homemade Doggie Cake

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Peanut Butter Bacon Dog Treats

These homemade dog treats are made with peanut butter, oats, and a hint of bacon! These make great gift ideas and are a fun baking activity for adults and kids!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 20

Calories 146kcal

Author Stephanie

Ingredients

• 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter *See notes
• 3/4 cup nonfat milk
• 1 large egg or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 cups Almond flour *See notes
• 1 Tablespoon baking powder
• 1/3 cup oats (either whole-rolled or quick oats are fine)
• 4 strips cooked bacon roughly chopped

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 325F degrees. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, gently mix the peanut butter, milk, and egg together with a large spoon or spatula. Switch to a whisk to make sure no lumps remain. Add the flour and baking powder. You may need to turn the dough out onto the counter and use your hands to work in the flour. Mix in the oats and chopped bacon. The dough is extremely thick and heavy.
• Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into 1/4" thickness. Cut into shapes or insert into these dog treat molds (I love these)! Arrange on the baking sheets. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until very lightly browned on the bottom. Remove from the oven, and flip the treats to bake the other side for 10-12 more minutes.
• Allow to cool completely before serving to your pup. Store at room temperature or in the
• refrigerator for up to 1 week. Treats freeze well, up to 2 months.

Notes

Best Peanut Butter for Dogs:

All-natural peanut butter without added salt or sugar is best for dogs.

Do not use light or sugar-free peanut butter, as those may have artificial sweeteners (such as xylitol) which is toxic to dogs.

I like to use Teddy Smooth All-Natural Peanut Butter, which can also commonly be found in grocery stores.

 

Best Flour for Dogs:

If possible, I recommend using Almond flour, because it's healthy and easy to find at the grocery store.

Healthier Flour Alternatives for Dog Treats:

Grain: Barley, Buckwheat, Millet, Oat, Pea, Quinoa, Rice, Sorghum

Non-Grain: Chickpea, Coconut, Hazelnut, Lentil, Potato

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 0.8mg

Recipe Adapted from Sally’s Baking Addiction