These air fryer apple banana dog treats are everything your pup didn’t know they needed – crunchy, fruity, and full of wholesome ingredients! They’re made with real apple and banana, cooked up in your air fryer in minutes, and optionally topped with a yummy dog-safe peanut butter yogurt icing. Whether you’re looking for a quick homemade treat or a cute gift for your dog-loving friends, this easy recipe has you (and your dog’s happy tail) covered.
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Why You and Your Dog Will Love This Recipe
There’s something extra fun about using your air fryer to make treats for your furry friend. It’s fast, mess-free, and gives you bakery-style dog biscuits without turning on the oven.
They’re crunchy and satisfying. Perfect for dogs who love a good, crispy treat they can sink their teeth into.
They’re made with fresh fruit. Banana and apple bring natural sweetness and tons of nutrients and no added sugar needed!
They’re easy to make in the air fryer. Just mix the dough, press it into a mold, and air fry. They’re done in about 15 minutes!
The wonderful scent of apple pie. You get the benefit of having an incredible aroma fill your home. It’s almost the same smell that happens when baking an apple pie!
They can be topped with icing (or not). You can dress them up with peanut butter yogurt frosting or keep them plain for an everyday treat.
They freeze great. Make a batch, store a few in the fridge or freezer, and you’re ready for treat time all week (or month)!
Air Fryer Dog Treats Recipe Ingredients
Here’s what you need to make the treats and a little about each one:
- Oat Flour – A gentle, grain-based flour that forms the base of the dough. Great for dogs with sensitive stomachs.
- Baking Soda – Helps the treats puff up just a little for a perfect texture.
- Apple – Adds flavor, fiber, and natural sweetness.
- Applesauce – Adds moisture and a subtle apple flavor.
- Banana – Naturally sweet and full of potassium, bananas are a dog favorite.
- Coconut Oil – Adds healthy fats and gives the dough a smooth consistency.
- Egg – Binds the ingredients together and adds protein.
If you want to top them with icing, you’ll need:
- Greek Yogurt – Tangy and full of protein, it makes a creamy base for the frosting.
- Peanut Butter – Rich, nutty, and loved by dogs!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
This recipe is super adaptable, so if you’re missing something or need a swap, here’s what you can do:
First and foremost, always check your peanut butter label. It must be free of xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter, just make sure they’re also unsweetened and xylitol-free.
No ripe bananas on hand? No worries! You can use plain pumpkin puree instead.
And if you don’t have oat flour on hand, you can make your own by blending rolled oats in a blender or food processor until they reach a flour-like consistency. 1 cup of oats makes about ¾ cup of oat flour.
Equipment Needed
You probably have most of the kitchen items you need to make these treats. There are key ones – an Air Fryer and a Silicone Paw Print Mold that fits in your air fryer basket or air fryer tray.
How to Make Dog Treats in an Air Fryer
These are the recipe steps and some photos of making the treats. You can scroll down to the bottom of this article for a printable recipe card.
- In a medium bowl, combine the oat flour with the baking soda.
- Mash the banana, chop the apple, and melt the coconut oil.
- In a large bowl, mix together the egg, applesauce, mashed banana, coconut oil, and chopped apple.
- Add the wet ingredients mixture to the flour mixture.
- Mix until well combined. If the batter seems dry, add a small amount of water and continue mixing.
- Spoon the batter into a silicone mold.
- Place the mold in your air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Transfer the air-fried treats to a wire rack to cool.
- Spread peanut butter or Greek yogurt (or a mixture of them) on top of the treats. You can also crumble a dog treat to use as a topping on the icing.
Recipe Tips
Making dog treats in an air fryer is super easy, but here are a few handy tips to get the best results:
- Use a silicone mold that fits your air fryer basket, it keeps the dough in place and makes cleanup easy.
- Finely chop the apple so it blends evenly into the dough.
- If the dough is too crumbly, add a little extra applesauce or a splash of water to help it hold together.
- Let the treats cool completely before adding icing. Otherwise, it will melt right off.
- Want extra-crunchy treats? Air fry for a minute or two longer, just keep an eye on them.
Serving Size
Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calorie intake to maintain a healthy, balanced diet.
If your dog hasn’t had banana, apple, or peanut butter before, start with one treat to check for any sensitivities. As always, chat with your vet if you’re unsure about how much is safe for your specific pup.
How to Store the Treats and How Long They Last
How you store these air-fried treats depends on whether or not you added icing:
- With icing: Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container. The yogurt needs to stay cold, and the treats will keep for up to 5 days. Just note the yogurt may absorb into the treat the longer they sit.
- Without icing: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay fresh for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: You can freeze the treats (with or without icing) for up to 3 months. Just thaw before serving.
Can people eat these dog treats?
Yep! These treats are totally safe for humans. There’s no added sugar or weird stuff, so they’re great if you’re watching your sugar intake. That said, they’re made for dogs, so they’ll taste a little plain. But give one a nibble and see what you think!
Great Dog Treat Recipes
Want to make more treats for your dog? Check out these easy dog treat recipes:
- 3 Ingredient Dog Treats
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Dog Treats
- Activated Charcoal Dog Treats
- Applesauce Dog Treats
- Jerky Dog Treats
- Liver Dog Treats
- Meatballs for Dogs
- Peanut Butter Pumpkin Dog Treats
- Pumpkin Dog Cookies
Find lots of fruity dog treat recipes right here on Spoiled Hounds.
Air Fryer Apple Banana Dog Treats
Ingredients
Treats
- 2 cups Oat Flour
- ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 Banana mashed
- 1 medium Apple finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil melted
- 1 Egg
- ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- Water if needed
Icing
- ½ cup Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup Natural Peanut Butter
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the oat flour with the baking soda.
- Mash the banana.
- Peel and finely chop the apple.
- Melt the coconut oil.
- In another bowl, mix together the egg, applesauce, mashed banana, coconut oil and chopped apple.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well.
- If the dough seems a little dry or if all of the dry ingredients don’t get incorporated, add a small amount of water to the batter and continue mixing.
- Place the batter into a silicone mold that fits in your air fryer.
- Set the air fryer to 325°F.
- Cook for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Transfer the air fried treats to a wire rack to cool to room temperature.
Dog Treat Icing
- Combine the Greek yogurt with the peanut butter.
- Spread the icing on the top of the treats.
- Or simply frost the treats with peanut butter or Greek yogurt.
- You can crumble a treat and use it as a topping.
Really enjoying your recipes .So simple. We have a farm store and go to Farmer’s Market as well. Dog treats are a big hit.
FYI if you have horses as I do,don’t feed anything with avocado to horses -it’s toxic to them.