Description
Homemade pumpkin oatmeal dog treats bring tail-wagging delight to furry companions with wholesome ingredients and irresistible flavor. Packed with nutritious goodness, these simple snacks will make canine friends jump for joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 egg
Grains and Flour:
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
Moisture and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a moderate temperature, ensuring an even heat distribution for consistent baking.
- Whisk together the vibrant orange pumpkin purée with a fresh egg and optional golden honey until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold in hearty rolled oats and nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, blending until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough emerges.
- Dust a clean work surface with a light layer of flour, then gently roll the dough to an even quarter-inch thickness using smooth, controlled motions.
- Craft delightful shapes or simple rectangular treats using a knife or cookie cutter, pressing firmly to create clean edges.
- Carefully arrange the raw treats on a parchment-covered baking sheet, spacing them to allow proper air circulation.
- Slide the tray into the preheated oven, allowing the treats to transform into golden, crisp morsels over 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let the treats rest completely, allowing them to firm up and develop a satisfying crunch before presenting to your canine companion.
Notes
- Choose pure pumpkin purée without added sugars or spices to ensure dog-friendly ingredients.
- Adjust honey quantity for dogs with sensitive stomachs or weight management needs.
- Substitute whole wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like oat or rice flour for dogs with wheat allergies.
- Experiment with small cookie cutters to create fun, engaging shapes that make treat time more exciting for your pup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg