Watermelon Cooler Bites
Summer in a bite. Blended watermelon is naturally hydrating and sweet, so these frozen bones cool pups down after walks and playtime.
Shared by The Messy Mutts team
Serve it as: Hand-fed treat
Ingredients
- 2 cups seedless watermelon, rind and all seeds removed, cubed
- 1/4 cup plain unsweetened yogurt or kefir (optional, for a creamy swirl)
Method
- Double-check the watermelon for seeds and remove every bit of rind.
- Blend the watermelon until completely smooth.
- Spoon the purée into the Framed Treat Mold. The sturdy frame keeps it from spilling on the way to the freezer.
- For a swirl, drop a little yogurt or kefir into each bone and drag a spoon through it.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours, then pop one out and serve outside on a warm day.
Why it's good for them
Watermelon is mostly water, so it's a tasty way to add hydration on hot days. Yogurt or kefir adds live cultures.
Storage
Keep frozen in a sealed bag for a few weeks. Watermelon is naturally sweet, so keep these as an occasional treat and portions small.
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