Description
Beef and Vegetable Jerky Sticks for dogs are healthy, protein-packed treats made with real ingredients like lean beef and fresh vegetables. These chewy snacks are easy to make, free from artificial additives, and perfect for dogs of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 170°F or set up a dehydrator.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, spinach, grated carrot, rolled oats, flaxseed, turmeric, and garlic powder (if using). Mix well.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the mixture into sticks about 1/2-inch thick and 4-5 inches long.
- Place the sticks on the baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch.
- Bake for 4-6 hours, flipping halfway through, until the jerky is firm and chewy.
- If using a dehydrator, set it to 160°F and dehydrate for 6-8 hours.
- Let the jerky sticks cool completely before serving.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Use turkey, chicken, or venison as an alternative to beef.
- Swap spinach for kale, zucchini, or pumpkin for variety.
- For added antioxidants, mix in a handful of blueberries.
- Ensure sticks are fully cooled before storing to prevent moisture buildup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking or Dehydrating
- Cuisine: Homemade Dog Treats
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jerky stick
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Beef and Vegetable Jerky Sticks for Dogs, homemade dog treats, healthy dog snacks, dog jerky recipe, DIY dog treats
