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    Home » Pet Treats » Smoothie Pupsicles

    Published: Jun 29, 2014 · Modified: Jun 9, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

    Smoothie Pupsicles

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    Smoothie Pupsicles - Keep Fido cool and healthy this summer!! cookingwithcurls.com

    No, that is not a typo! It really does say Smoothie Pupsicles. That's right, I made Arlo some yummy, frozen smoothie treats...and he loved them! The only part that he did not like, was that I make him eat them outside. Poor spoiled baby doesn't like the heat or humidity. Okay, I don't like it either. More importantly, I don't like the mosquitoes!!

    Smoothie Pupsicles - Keep Fido cool and healthy this summer!! cookingwithcurls.com

    They are so simple to make, and have all-natural ingredients that are super healthy for your favorite canine. 🙂  At first, Arlo was a bit confused by them.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles | cookingwithcurls.com

    I smell my dental treat, but why is it cold? He finally laid down and gave it a try.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles | cookingwithcurls.com

    Yum, paper!! He REALLY likes shredding paper. And then it rolled away.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles | cookingwithcurls.com

    That's when I decided to take the treat inside, away from the mosquitoes! I put it in his bowl, and he just stood there staring at me. He grabbed his treat, and took it over to his towel so he could really enjoy it.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles towel cookingwithcurls.com

    That is one spoiled and happy puppy! Luckily, these treat are easier to make, than they are to eat. 😉

    How to make Smoothie Pupsicles:

    Place all of the ingredients into a blender container.....

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    Notice, I used coconut water not coconut milk. 😉  Blend until thoroughly combined.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles blend cookingwithcurls.com

    Place the mini paper cups in an 8 x 8 baking pan, and fill.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles cups cookingwithcurls.com

    Wrap the pan with plastic wrap, and cut a hole in the center of each cup with a sharp knife.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles wrap cookingwithcurls.com

    Slide a dental snack into each of the holes.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles freeze cookingwithcurls.com

    The plastic wrap is there to keep the treats standing upright! I chose Purina Beneful Healthy Smiles because I liked the shape, and the color. Use whichever brand you you prefer. Place in the freezer until frozen solid.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles frozen cookingwithcurls.com

    Rip off the paper cup, and serve to your very excited puppy.....

    Smoothie Pupsicles unwrap cookingwithcurls.com

    I could not get the bottom to peel off. Once it started to melt, the paper fell off on the ground and I removed it before Arlo could eat it. He's really weird, he eats paper, napkins, toys, Cassi's shoes!

    Smoothie Pupsicles are a fun way to keep your canine friends cool during the summer! cookingwithcurls.com

    Spinach is a very nutrient dense food that is as good for dogs, as it is for humans. This leafy green is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, magnesium, folate, manganese, iron, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B2, potassium, and vitamin B6. It’s a very good source of protein, phosphorus, vitamin E, zinc, dietary fiber, and copper. Plus, it’s a good source of selenium, niacin, and omega-3 fatty acids.

    Bananas are easily digested, high in vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium.

    Peanut Butter is a favorite of dogs and contains protein, good fats, potassium, and fiber. It's high in calories, so I only used it as a flavoring.

    Coconut Water is packed with rich trace elements such as amino acids, calcium, zinc, manganese, iron, vitamin C.

    Flaxmeal {ground flax seeds} provide Omega-3 and -6 fatty acids which are essential for skin and coat health.

    They're so healthy, you might be tempted to eat them yourself! 😉

    Enjoy!!

    Smoothie Pupsicles are a fun way to keep your canine friends cool during the summer! cookingwithcurls.com

    Smoothie Pupsicles

    Smoothie Pupsicles are a fun way to keep your canine friends cool during the summer!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: dog, treat, canine, healthy, smoothie, pupsicle, spinach, recipe
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Chilling Time: 8 hours
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 48kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup fresh spinach
    • 1 cup coconut water
    • 1 banana
    • 1 Tablespoon all-natural peanut butter
    • 1 Tablespoon ground flaxmeal
    • 6 dental dog snacks I used Purina Beneful Healthy Smile
    • 6 Mini paper cups
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    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in the blender container.
    • Puree mixture until smooth.
    • Place 6 small Dixie cups in an 8x8 baking pan.
    • Pour mixture into the cups as evenly as possible.
    • Cover pan with plastic wrap, and cut small slits in the center of each cup.
    • Place a dental snack through the hole, and place in the freezer until frozen.
    • Unwrap treat and make your dog happy.

    Notes

    • The bottom of the cup remains on the pupsicle. As it starts to melt, it will fall off and you can grab it.
    • Oddly enough there is no listing in the nutrition facts for dental bones so you will have to add that number on yourself.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 48kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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    Comments

    1. Leslie says

      June 29, 2014 at 9:54 pm

      I have a beagle (Punkin) & a Pomeranian (Jasper) & I think they'd totally love these! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    2. Cindy Eikenberg says

      June 30, 2014 at 5:48 am

      What a great idea, Lisa!! Everyone with a pup is going to love these. 🙂 Pinned and sharing on FB this morning. Happy Monday, my friend, and have a fabulous day!

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    3. Julie says

      June 30, 2014 at 6:56 am

      OK, these are so fun! Our puppy loves to eat ice cubes, so I'm thinking she'd love these! Thanks for sharing your recipe!

      Reply
    4. Joy @ Yesterfood says

      June 30, 2014 at 8:31 am

      Lisa, my pups are going to LOVE you. This is the best, cutest idea EVER. And served with a peanut butter biscuit? Yes, please, they are saying!! 🙂

      Reply
    5. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says

      June 30, 2014 at 9:54 am

      Ha!! I wasn't going to say it, but since you did, I will! With as healthy as these are, I might be tempted to eat them myself!! 😀 Arlo is a lucky doggy! Hugs my friend!! 🙂

      Reply
    6. Claire @ A Little Claireification says

      June 30, 2014 at 3:27 pm

      Ha!! Those pics are awesome! He's a lucky puppy to have you for a Mama!!

      Reply
    7. Sheryl@Lady Behind The Curtain says

      July 01, 2014 at 1:25 am

      Oh my gosh Lisa, your dog is so cute! What a fun recipe! 🙂

      Reply
    8. Billy says

      July 01, 2014 at 6:37 pm

      What a great idea! My dog is elderly, and the summer is always rough, but he would go crazy for these things and it would help him cool off.

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    9. Diane Balch says

      July 13, 2014 at 9:53 am

      What a cute idea.. my fussy dog wouldn't know what to do with it... what a great way to cool down a dog. Pinned.

      Reply

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