Pawsitively Good Dog Bone Treats (Printable version)

Crunchy dog treats packed with wholesome ingredients, perfect for rewarding your furry companion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups whole wheat flour
02 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
03 - 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
06 - 1/4 cup natural unsalted peanut butter (xylitol-free)
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/3 cup water (as needed)

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, rolled oats, dry milk powder, and baking powder.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk applesauce, peanut butter, and eggs until smoothly blended.
04 - Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until dough forms; add water one tablespoon at a time if needed to achieve pliable consistency.
05 - Transfer dough onto a surface lightly dusted with whole wheat flour and roll to approximately 1/4 inch thickness.
06 - Using a bone-shaped cookie cutter, cut treats and arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until treats are golden brown and firm to the touch.
08 - Transfer baked treats to a wire rack and allow to cool completely before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crunchy and wholesome
  • Perfect for rewarding your furry friend
02 -
  • Store treats in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Ensure peanut butter contains no xylitol or artificial sweeteners which are toxic to dogs.
03 -
  • For grain-free treats use oat flour and coconut flour instead of wheat flour.
  • For added flavor mix in a tablespoon of chopped parsley or shredded carrots.
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