This Homemade Dog Ice Cream, made with just 3 dog-safe ingredients, is a perfect treat to beat the heat for your furry friend and can even be enjoyed by humans!
These ice cream treats are a great way to spoil your pup. With simple ingredients like peanut butter, greek yogurt and bananas, creating a frozen dessert for your pup has never been easier!
All you need is a bowl, spoon, silicone mold (optional but makes fun and cute dog paw shapes) and the three ingredients.
By making your own dog ice cream at home, you have complete control over the ingredients used. This means no harmful additives or preservatives – just wholesome goodness!
Our peanut butter and banana flavor combination ensures both deliciousness and healthiness packed into each treat.
So go ahead – whip up a batch today and watch as their tail wags with delight at this special homemade treat. Your furry friend will thank you for it!
If your dog likes this recipe for doggie ice cream, also try my homemade dog donuts recipe. It’s a favorite with dogs too!
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Why You’ll Love This Dog Ice Cream Recipe
- It’s safe for dogs!
- Easy to make!
- Uses all natural ingredients!
- Versatile recipe!
- A great way to beat the heat!
- Dogs love them!
Dog Ice Cream Ingredients
- Plain Greek Yogurt
- Ripe Banana
- Peanut Butter: Make sure it is XYLITOL-FREE! This is extremely important as it is a sugar alcohol that is toxic to dogs.
Recipe Variations
- Try different fruits that are safe for dogs such as blueberries, strawberries or raspberries.
- Swap peanut butter for pumpkin purée with no artificial sweeteners added.
- Add crumbled bacon for extra flavor.
How to Make Dog Ice Cream
Add a ripe banana to a bowl and mash it. Then, add plain Greek yogurt plus XYLITOL-FREE peanut butter to the bowl. Mix all together till fully combined and creamy.
Spoon mixture in silicone molds, paper cups or ice cube trays and place in freezer for about 2-3 hours or until harden.
Remove from molds and place in a freezer safe airtight container and store in the freezer.
Recipe Tips
- Even though these ingredients are safe for dogs, make sure you dog is okay to consume them as some dogs may have sensitivity to certain ingredients.
- Make sure silicone molds are on a flat surface in freezer to keep them stable.
- These melt fast so make sure to not leave them out long.
- You can use a blender to blend the ingredients together to make it smooth but not necessary.
- Serve in moderation. While this homemade ice cream is safe for dogs it should be served as an occasional treat and not a daily snack.
- Cut recipe in half if you want less treats.
FAQs
Dog ice cream will last in the freezer for up to 2 months when stored in an airtight freezer safe container.
I found these bone and paw shaped silicone molds on Amazon. You can also use ice cube trays, paper cups or other silicone shaped molds.
Yes, it’s important to steer clear of ingredients that can be harmful to dogs such as chocolate, xylitol (a sugar substitute), onions, garlic, and artificial sweeteners. Always double-check the safety of each ingredient before including it in your homemade treats.
Dog ice cream should be given as an occasional treat rather than a regular part of your furry friend’s diet. It’s best to consult with your veterinarian about how frequently you can offer this frozen delight based on your pup’s specific dietary needs and health conditions.
Recipe
Dog Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 ripe Banana mashed
- ⅓ cup Peanut Butter Make sure it is XYLITOL-FREE! This is extremely important as it is a sugar alcohol that is toxic to dogs.
Instructions
- Add a ripe banana to a bowl and mash it. Then, add plain Greek yogurt plus XYLITOL-FREE peanut butter to the bowl. Mix all together till fully combined and creamy.
- Spoon mixture in silicone molds, paper cups or ice cube trays and place in freezer for about 2-3 hours or until harden.
- Remove from molds and place in a freezer safe airtight container and store in the freezer.
Notes
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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