Description
These homemade dog treats are a wholesome, tasty snack that combines nutritious ingredients like whole wheat flour, pumpkin, and peanut butter. Perfect for rewarding your furry friend with a healthy, homemade alternative to store-bought treats.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready once the dough is prepared.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, salt, and cinnamon, stirring well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, canned pumpkin, and creamy peanut butter until smooth and well blended.
- Make the dough: Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until a stiff dough forms.
- Roll out dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thickness, ensuring it’s even so treats bake uniformly.
- Cut out treats: Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut the dough into bite-sized shapes suitable for your dog.
- Bake treats: Arrange the cutouts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
- Cool and store: Remove from the oven, let the treats cool completely on a wire rack. Store them in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Ensure the peanut butter contains no xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
- Whole wheat flour can be substituted with oat flour for gluten-sensitive dogs.
- Always introduce new treats to your dog in moderation and monitor for adverse reactions.
- These treats keep well at room temperature but can also be frozen for longer storage.
