Banana Oat Cookies
Two ingredients, no added sugar, and a soft texture older dogs can manage.
- Prep time
- 10 minutes
- Bake time
- 20 minutes at 180°C / 350°F
- Makes
- About 16 cookies
- Storage
- Airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled
- 160g plain oats
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 180°C / 350°F and line a tray.
- 2
Mash the bananas thoroughly, then stir in the oats until the mixture holds together.
- 3
Spoon small mounds onto the tray and flatten gently.
- 4
Bake for about 20 minutes until set and lightly golden, then cool.
Serving guidance
One small cookie for a small dog, up to two for a large dog, occasionally.
Safety notes
- Banana is naturally sugary — keep these occasional, especially for weight-managed dogs.
- No honey, sugar, chocolate or raisins.
- Soft cookies spoil faster; freeze what you will not use in a few days.
Ingredient safety
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