Amazing 2-Ingredient Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

Oh my gosh, is it summer yet? If you have a dog who just melts into the floor when the sun comes out, you know the struggle! We spend so much time worrying about keeping them cool, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Forget those specialty frozen things that cost a fortune. I’ve got the absolute easiest save for you: these Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats. Seriously, you only need two things! I still laugh thinking about my Beagle, Waffles, the first time I gave her these—she went nuts! They are so simple, incredibly healthy, and they become rock-solid icy goodness in the freezer. If you’re looking for quick ways to spoil your pup this summer, you need to check out how easy it is to make these easy pup kitchen creations right now.

Why You Need These Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

Honestly, these treats hit every mark a busy dog owner needs. They are so good because they require zero actual cooking—just blending and freezing! That means less time scrubbing pans and more time enjoying the happy sounds of your pup chilling out on a hot afternoon.

• They are a total lifesaver when a heatwave hits.
• Only uses two whole, recognizable ingredients—no mystery fillers here!
• Takes hardly any effort, which is my favorite benefit, frankly.

If you’re interested in learning more about using yogurt in dog baking, you should check out this guide on Greek yogurt dog treats recipes!

Quick Preparation Time for Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

Are you ready for this? Prep time is only about 10 minutes. Seriously! You toss everything in a blender, hit ‘on,’ and pour. That’s it! You cannot beat 10 minutes for a delicious, cooling snack for your best friend.

Health Benefits of Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

Because we are only using bananas and plain yogurt, you know exactly what your dog is getting. It’s natural energy from the banana and gut-friendly probiotics from the yogurt. They are such a great way to hydrate and cool down a very happy dog!

Essential Equipment for Making Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

You barely need anything for this recipe, which is the beauty of it! But trust me, having the right tools makes pouring them out later painless. You absolutely must have a blender or a decent food processor to turn those bananas into smooth mush. The real star, though, is the silicone bone mold. If you want those cute little shapes, that mold is key! I found that silicone is way better than hard plastic for popping things out once they’re frozen solid. Check out this article on dog treats using silicone molds if you want to see what others are using!

Gathering Ingredients for Your Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

Okay, this section is almost laughably short because we’re keeping it so simple! You only need the stars of the show here: banana and yogurt. But listen carefully, because the details matter for the best texture and flavor for your dog. Don’t just grab any old banana, either!

Here’s what you need to get out:

• Ripe Bananas: You’ll want exactly 2 medium bananas, and they absolutely need to be peeled before they go anywhere near the blender. Ripe ones are sweeter, which dogs adore!

• Plain, Unsweetened Yogurt: Grab 1 cup of this. I always lean toward Greek style because it’s thicker, which gives the mixture a nice, scoopable consistency before freezing. Make absolutely certain it’s plain!

That’s the whole list! If you usually bake with banana, you might want to peek at how I use it in other recipes, like in my egg, oatmeal, and banana mix for some extra fiber!

Step-by-Step Instructions to Prepare Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

This is where the magic happens, and honestly, it’s the easiest part of the whole operation. Seriously, my little nephew can follow these directions! We’re aiming for one main texture goal throughout the process: smooth, creamy payoff. You measure, you blend, you freeze. Simple perfection, right?

Blending the Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats Mixture

Grab your blender—make sure it’s clean! You’re going to drop those two peeled bananas right in there, followed by your full cup of plain yogurt. Put the lid on securely; trust me on this one, things splatter if you forget! Turn that blender on and let it run until everything is completely, totally smooth and creamy. You don’t want any big chunks of banana lurking around. If you want to see another brilliant use of these two ingredients combined, check out my recipe for strawberry banana frozen balls for dogs!

Freezing Your Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

Once it looks like beautiful soft-serve ice cream, it’s time to move fast before it starts melting! Carefully pour that mixture into your silicone bone molds. Don’t overfill them completely to the brim; leave a tiny bit of room just in case the mixture expands slightly. Place the filled molds gently onto a flat tray—this makes moving them so much easier. Then, baby, put them in the freezer! They need a minimum of 4 hours, which is 240 minutes, to get totally solid. If they are stuck when you go to pull them out later, just run the bottom of the mold under lukewarm water for about 10 seconds. That little bit of warmth releases them perfectly. Then serve immediately!

Tips for Perfect Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

Even though this recipe is only two ingredients, there are definitely little things you can tweak to make sure every batch is a total winner! Pay attention to the bananas you choose—that’s step one for maximum deliciousness. Super ripe bananas, the ones with brown spots dotting the peel? Yes, those! They smash down sweeter and blend so much smoother than the slightly green ones you might grab for your own breakfast.

I learned this the hard way when I rushed one afternoon. I used yogurt that looked fine on the front, but it had some junk hidden in the ingredients list. Seriously, grab your yogurt container and flip it over. You *must* make sure there is absolutely no xylitol listed. That stuff is deadly poison for dogs, and it sometimes sneaks into ‘healthy’ yogurts! Always double-check that label; it’s my number one safety rule when making these banana carrot logs or any other treat!

My first batch, Waffles sniffed them suspiciously. Turns out, I hadn’t blended long enough and one big chunk of banana came out. Once I fixed that and made sure everything was totally uniform, she devoured them! So, blend it until you think it’s smooth, then blend it for ten more seconds. That ensures you get that perfectly consistent, icy texture every single time.

Storage and Serving Suggestions for Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

These cooling treats are just as fantastic for making ahead of time! Since they are essentially frozen fruit and dairy, you want to keep them locked in that deep freeze until your dog is ready for snack time. You’ll want to store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer. I usually grab a sturdy plastic container and line it with a small sheet of parchment paper before I stack the frozen bones in there, just to make sure they don’t snap together.

The tricky part is the serving! You have to take them out of the molds just seconds before handing one over to your pup. If you let them sit on the counter for even a minute, that lovely banana-yogurt mix starts weeping, and suddenly your neat little bone shapes are turning into a slippery puddle. I always grab a treat right when my dog hears the sound of the freezer opening, so we can serve them immediately. This is totally why they are the best summer treat—they are designed to be eaten fast while they are ice-cold!

If you’re looking for other ways to keep your dog cool on those scorching days, you absolutely must look into other pupsicle recipes for dogs. They have saved my sanity during the worst heat waves!

Frequently Asked Questions About Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

I get so many questions about these tasty pops because they seem almost too simple to be true! People worry about safety since there’s no baking involved, or they wonder about mixing things up. I’ve gathered the most common things folks ask me about making these Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats below. Don’t forget, if your pup has any tummy issues, it’s always best to run the ingredients list by your vet first—even if they are just treats!

Can I add other fruits when making Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats?

Yes, absolutely you can experiment! Dogs usually love the flavor of almost any fruit when it’s frozen like this. Just make sure the fruit is totally safe for dogs first—no grapes or raisins, obviously! If you want to toss in maybe half a cup of berries like blueberries or strawberries, go for it. The main thing is to keep the total fruit volume similar to the two bananas we started with, just so the texture doesn’t get too watery when it freezes. Too much liquid and you might end up with a soft mush instead of a hard bone treat.

How long do these frozen dog treats last in the freezer?

Since these treats are really just fruit and dairy, their quality is best when they are freshly made, but they hold up super well! If you keep them in a good, airtight container, they should maintain their perfect icy texture for at least a month or maybe even two. After two months, sometimes the banana flavor can start to flatten out a bit, but they aren’t unsafe. Just make sure you are storing them somewhere deeply cold so they stay rock solid!

Is plain yogurt safe for all dogs in these Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats?

For most dogs, plain, unsweetened yogurt is totally safe—it’s actually great because of those good probiotics! But listen closely to this next bit of advice, because it’s really important for your dog’s health. You have to check that label. If your dog has dairy sensitivities, you might want to try coconut yogurt instead, or skip the yogurt entirely and just use a bit of water or plain unsweetened coconut milk to get the blend going. And I say this every time: check for xylitol! That artificial sweetener is a massive danger to dogs, so if it’s not strictly plain and unsweetened, don’t risk it. If you’re looking for other safe liquids you can use with banana, check out this information on cucumber water for dogs!

Nutritional Estimates for Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats

Now, I always tell people that these are treats, not meal replacements! So, you don’t need to stress too much about marathon counting, but I know some of us like to keep track of what our pups are eating. Since we are sticking to just two basic ingredients here, the numbers are super mild.

These estimates are based on using standard ingredient measurements for the whole batch of 12 treats, so if you divide it out, each little bone is a fantastic, light little snack. If you’re measuring roughly, you’re looking at about 100 calories per treat, which isn’t bad at all!

Here’s a quick breakdown of what you can expect per treat, based on the standard amounts of banana and yogurt we used:

• Calories: About 100 calories
• Fat: Very low, around 1 gram
• Protein: A nice boost, around 5 grams
• Carbohydrates: About 20 grams

You can see that we get a little bit of healthy fat and decent protein from the yogurt, which is great! If you are trying to keep your dog’s diet very light on density, these are just perfect. If you want to see more ways to easily incorporate protein into your dog’s diet without a lot of fuss, take a look at this article on the low-fat yogurt protein pup bowl. Giving your dog natural, simple foods like this really makes a difference in how happy they are in the summer heat!

Share Your Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats Creations

And there you have it! That’s everything you need to know to whip up a batch of the easiest, coolest, most satisfying snack your dog will ask for all season long—our wonderful Banana & Yogurt Frozen Bone Treats!

I really hope you try these out, especially when that afternoon sun starts beating down hard. Seriously, once you see how excited your pup gets over just TWO ingredients, you’ll wonder why you didn’t start making these sooner!

Now, I’m dying to know what you think! Did your dog go crazy for them? Did you use silicone bones or maybe even cute little fish shapes? Please, please leave me a rating down below—I’m shootin’ for five stars across the board here! Drop a comment, share your best photos, and let me know if you have any other flavor combos you want to try next. Happy treating, y’all!