Description
A collection of four simple recipes for homemade dog treats, including bacon-wrapped treats, paw print cookies, bone-shaped oat treats, and beef jerky strips.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (processed into a coarse flour)
- 1/2 cup unsalted natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1 large egg
- 8 slices low-sodium bacon (cut in half crosswise)
- 1 ripe banana (mashed thoroughly)
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 pound lean beef sirloin or round steak
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); mix oat flour, peanut butter, and egg into a thick dough; roll into marble-sized balls and flatten slightly; wrap each ball with a half-strip of bacon; bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bacon is crisp and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C); cool completely on a wire rack.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); whisk mashed banana, melted coconut oil, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth; stir in flour to form a soft dough without overmixing; roll to 1/4-inch thickness and cut with a paw-print cutter; bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft; cool on pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C); pulse oats into a coarse meal and combine with flour, chicken broth, olive oil, and egg to form a stiff dough; roll to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into bone shapes; bake for 20 to 25 minutes flipping halfway through; cool completely on the pan until hardened.
- Preheat oven to lowest setting (170°F/75°C or 200°F/95°C with door propped open); trim fat from beef and slice against grain into 1/4-inch thick strips; arrange in a single layer on a wire rack; bake for 3 to 4 hours until dry, dark, and crackling when bent; cool completely to crisp up.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: snack, treat
- Cuisine: dog food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: Varies by treat
- Sugar: Varies by treat
- Sodium: Varies by treat
- Fat: Varies by treat
- Saturated Fat: Varies by treat
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies by treat
- Trans Fat: Varies by treat
- Carbohydrates: Varies by treat
- Fiber: Varies by treat
- Protein: Varies by treat
- Cholesterol: Varies by treat
Keywords: Bacon-Wrapped Dog Treats Tips: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week and check daily for mold due to the bacon content. Paw Print Cookies Tips: Chill the dough for 20 minutes before rolling to keep shapes distinct; store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Bone-Shaped Oat Treats Tips: Ensure treats are fully cooled and hardened before sealing; if soft after cooling, return to the oven for 5 minutes to remove moisture. Beef Jerky Strips Tips: Store in a ziplock bag in a cool, dry place for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage; always supervise your dog while eating.