Description
These Strawberry Oat Smoothie Sticks are a delightful and healthy treat for your furry friend on warm, sunny days. Made with fresh strawberries, Greek yogurt, oats, and a hint of honey, these frozen sticks are sure to keep your dog cool and satisfied.
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened, no xylitol)
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal (optional)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- A splash of water or unsweetened coconut water (as needed)
Instructions
- Add chopped strawberries to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Add a splash of water or coconut water if needed to help blend.
- Add Greek yogurt and optional honey to the blender. Blend until creamy and combined.
- Add oats and flaxseed meal to the mixture. Pulse until a soft dough forms, with some texture remaining.
- If the dough is too soft to shape, chill it in the fridge for 20–30 minutes.
- Shape the dough into 1/2-inch thick sticks or use silicone molds for uniform shapes.
- Place shaped sticks on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 3 hours.
- Transfer frozen sticks to a freezer-safe container or bag for storage, and serve chilled as needed.
Notes
- You can use frozen strawberries; thaw slightly before blending.
- Replace strawberries with blueberries, banana, or pumpkin for variety.
- If your dog is dairy-sensitive, use unsweetened coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
- Let the stick sit out for 5–10 minutes before serving to senior dogs for a softer texture.
- Double the recipe and store extras in the freezer for up to one month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: Approximately 40
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
