Description
Sweet canine companions will devour these homemade Strawberry & Blueberry Dog Treats packed with antioxidant-rich fruits. Carefully crafted with wholesome ingredients, these delightful snacks provide health benefits while satisfying pups’ taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) strawberries, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) blueberries, mashed or whole
Grains:
- 1 cup (240 ml) rolled oats
Binding Ingredient:
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a moderate temperature and prepare a baking surface with a protective parchment layer for easy removal and cleanup.
- Thoroughly crush and blend fresh strawberries and plump blueberries with hearty rolled oats and a single whisked egg, ensuring all ingredients integrate smoothly into a cohesive mixture.
- Carefully dollop the fruity blend onto the prepared baking sheet, gently pressing each portion to create uniform, bite-sized treat shapes that will appeal to your canine companion.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and allow the treats to transform, watching for a delicate golden hue and firm texture that indicates perfect doneness.
- Remove the treats from the oven and permit them to cool completely, allowing the texture to set and intensify the natural fruit flavors that will delight your four-legged friend.
Notes
- Choose organic, fresh berries to maximize nutritional benefits and avoid potential pesticide exposure for your pup.
- Adjust treat size based on your dog’s breed and weight to prevent overfeeding and maintain balanced nutrition.
- Substitute wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like coconut or rice flour for dogs with grain sensitivities.
- Freeze extra treats in an airtight container for up to one month to extend their shelf life and preserve freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg