Healthy Homemade Dog Cookies made with carrot, oats, peanut butter & apple! Our favorite healthy dog treat recipe is packed with nutrients, easily made at home and is perfect for your favorite fur friend!

We are living in a day and age where cookies are not just for people anymore, our fur babies deserve some cookie love too! Packed with nutrition in every bite and significantly cheaper than buying a box from the store, these treats are sure to be a favorite of yours and theirs.

Making Your Own dog cookies

Way back in the 1800’s an Ohio electrician traveled to London for business. While there he witnessed stray dogs feasting on hardtack, a dry biscuit or cracker, it was after that the idea of making a biscuit for dogs that could serve as their primary food was born. Since then, dog treats or cookies, have come a long way. Nowadays dog owners know the importance of our fur friends having a healthy and tasty treat. These healthy homemade dog cookies are loaded with oats, apples, carrots, and peanut butter for a sweet and savory bite that your fur baby will love.

Carrot Apple Dog Treats Ingredients

-Oats: You will need 1 cup of oats. You can use old-fashioned oats or the quick-cooking kind as they will both work well.

-Flour: Use 1 cup of unbleached all-purpose flour or wheat flour depending on what your pups like.

-Apple: Use ½ cup of shredded apple (I use Gala) to give these cookies a sweet flavor.

-Carrot: Use ¼ cup of shredded carrot for a pop of color and nutrition.

-Peanut butter: You will need ½ cup of creamy peanut butter but it’s important to use peanut butter without xylitol as an ingredient because that chemical is toxic to dogs.

-Milk: Use ¼ cup of milk (any kind of milk you have on hand) to help moisten the dough for a good consistency.

-Egg: You will need 1 egg to work as a binder for the dough so that the cookies don’t fall apart before being enjoyed.

How to make healthy homemade dog cookies

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HEALTHY HOMEMADE DOG COOKIES

Healthy Homemade Dog Cookies made with carrot, oats, peanut butter & apple! Our favorite healthy dog treat recipe is packed with nutrients, easily made at home and is perfect for your favorite fur friend!

Cuisine Cookies

Keyword Healthy Homemade Dog Cookies

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 7 minutes minutes

Servings 35

Calories 46kcal

Author Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

• 1 cup quick oats
• 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour or wheat flour
• ¼ cup shredded apple
• ¼ cup shredded carrot
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter Should NOT contain Xylitol as it can cause toxicity in dogs
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 egg

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with non-stick spray, set aside.
• In a food processor, or blender shred the oats. Pulse for 4 to 5 times until the oats are broken down into smaller pieces but not quite flour. (Makes it easier for pups to munch on them)
• With a stand mixer, combine flour, oats, shredded carrot, and shredded apple. Add peanut butter, milk, egg, and the flour mixture. Mix until you have a thick dough.
• On a floured surface, I used about 1 tablespoon of flour (you may need to use more) to press the dough until 1/4” thick.
• Use your favorite cookie-cutter and cut the cookies. I used a bone 1 ½ inch from Wilton and a star (1 inch) shape cookie cutter. You can use any cutters you have. If you don’t have any cutters, you can cut strips and break them to the desired length.
• Place the cut treats onto the prepared cookie sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Flip the cookies and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Cool completely & hope your pup enjoys them!

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Notes

Store dog treats in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days. Can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. 

Nutrition

Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

How long are homemade dog treats good for?

Store dog treats in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days. Can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. 

How long can I freeze dog treats?

You can keep these dog treats stored in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Just thaw before serving to your furry friend.

Are homemade dog treats healthier than store bought?

Healthy homemade dog cookies are a simple and effective way to ensure your pooch is getting the most fresh and nutritious ingredients in a treat. Although not all store bought treats have the potential to be bad for your pup, making these homemade treats are a sure fire way to guarantee they are the best treat available!

Say HI to my Pups!

These are my two fur babies, Scout & Penny! They are Chihuahua- Miniature Pinscher mixes, one of those fun new “designer” breeds called “Chipins.” They enjoy short walks to the pantry (for a treat), chasing squirrels, birds and deer, even though that last one often gets them in trouble! They play every day and LOVE getting new toys. One of their favorite past times is napping, preferably with me. They fit right in to our crazy family and we are so glad we have them!

Healthy Homemade Dog Cookies are packed with nutrients and easily made at home, perfect for your favorite fur friend! These easy healthy dog treats are a great way to celebrate your furry companion.

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