Description
Homemade Peanut Butter & Carrot Dog Cookies bring tail-wagging joy to canine companions with wholesome ingredients. Pups will love these nutritious, easy-to-make treats that show how much you care about their happiness and health.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1 egg
Vegetable and Grain Components:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup grated carrots (about 1 medium carrot)
Liquid and Optional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (optional)
- 1/4 cup water (adjust as needed)
Instructions
- Thoroughly mix the dry and wet ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl until a cohesive dough forms, ensuring all components are evenly distributed.
- If the mixture appears overly dense, incrementally introduce small amounts of water, stirring gently to achieve a pliable, moldable consistency.
- Dust a clean work surface with a light layer of flour to prevent sticking and carefully roll out the dough to a uniform 1/4 inch thickness using a rolling pin.
- Select playful cookie cutters to transform the dough into engaging shapes that will delight your canine companion.
- Arrange the cut-out treats onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, positioning them with slight separation to promote even baking.
- Position the baking sheet in a preheated oven set to 350°F and allow the treats to bake, monitoring their transformation to a golden-brown hue and firm texture.
- Once baked, transfer the cookies to a cooling rack, permitting them to reach room temperature completely before presenting them to your eager four-legged friend.
- Store any remaining treats in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crispness for future snacking opportunities.
Notes
- Choose organic, unsweetened peanut butter to avoid xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
- Grate carrots finely to ensure even distribution and easier mixing throughout the dough.
- Add plain, unsweetened applesauce for extra moisture and natural sweetness without added sugars.
- Experiment with whole wheat or oat flour for dogs with wheat sensitivities and to boost nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg