Description
Carrot candy cane treats for dogs are a festive, healthy homemade snack using carrots, parsley, and whole wheat flour, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked and mashed carrots
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (or a gluten-free alternative)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup parsley or spinach puree
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Optional: pinch of sea salt (omit if your dog requires a low-sodium diet)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook and mash 1 cup of carrots until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed carrots, whole wheat flour, egg, and coconut oil to form a dough. If it’s sticky, gradually add more flour.
- In a separate bowl, blend parsley or spinach with water to create a puree.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions. Knead the green puree into one half, leaving the other half orange.
- Roll each portion into ropes about 1/2 inch in diameter and cut into 5-6 inch pieces.
- Twist one green rope and one orange rope together, forming a candy cane shape by bending the top.
- Place the treats on the baking sheet and sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until firm and golden brown.
- Let the treats cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for two weeks.
- To make treats grain-free, substitute whole wheat flour with a gluten-free alternative.
- Always check ingredients for dog safety; avoid toxic foods like onions and garlic.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Carrot candy cane treats for dogs, holiday dog treats, healthy dog snacks
