Description
These Strawberry Oat Smoothie Sticks are a delightful and refreshing treat perfect for sunny days. Made with fresh strawberries, Greek yogurt, oats, and a hint of honey, these chewy sticks are sure to please your furry friend.
Ingredients
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Fresh Strawberry Blend:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- A splash of water or unsweetened coconut water (as needed)
Greek Yogurt Mixture:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened, no xylitol)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Oat and Flaxseed Dough:
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal (optional)
Instructions
- Fresh Strawberry Blend: Add chopped strawberries to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add a splash of water or coconut water if needed to help blend.
- Greek Yogurt Mixture: Add Greek yogurt and optional honey to the blender. Blend until creamy and combined.
- Oat and Flaxseed Dough: 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: Approx. 50
- Sugar: Approx. 2g
- Sodium: Approx. 10mg
- Fat: Approx. 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 7g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 2g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 1mg
