Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare the air fryer — Preheat the air fryer to 330°F (165°C) for about 3 minutes. Line the basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mash the bananas — In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. A few small lumps are fine.
- Add wet ingredients — Stir in the egg and melted coconut oil until fully combined.
- Add the oat flour — Gradually mix in the oat flour until a soft, workable dough forms. Add a tablespoon more flour if the dough feels sticky.
- Shape the treats — Roll the dough into small balls and gently flatten, or cut into small shapes.
- Air fry — Place treats in a single layer and air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Add 2–3 extra minutes for firmer treats.
- Cool completely — Let cool fully before serving — this firms them up and makes them safer to chew.
Notes
Use ripe bananas, not unripe ones they give the best natural sweetness and texture.
Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket arrange treats in a single layer for even cooking.
Don't skip the parchment paper or liner, and don't overcook until hard.
Texture guide: 7–8 minutes for soft treats, 9–10 minutes for chewy, add 2–3 extra minutes (plus full cooling) for a crispier bite.
Portion guide: small dogs 1–2 pieces/day, medium dogs 2–3 pieces/day, large dogs 3–4 pieces/day. These are treats, not meal replacements bananas contain natural sugar, so moderation matters.
Storage: room temperature up to 2 days, refrigerate up to 7 days, or freeze up to 3 months.
Oven alternative: no air fryer? Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 minutes instead.
Puppies can have these in small amounts once eating solid food; keep treats softer for senior dogs. Always introduce new treats slowly and check with your vet if your dog has dietary restrictions.