Description
Holiday Pumpkin & Cranberry Bones for Dogs are festive, healthy homemade treats made with pumpkin, cranberries, and oats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened and free of added spices)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened, chopped into small pieces)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour for a gluten-free option)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, check with your vet first)
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, applesauce, and egg until smooth.
- Gradually add the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, and cinnamon (if using) to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Fold in the chopped cranberries, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place the cutouts on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and firm to the touch.
- Allow the treats to cool completely on a wire rack before serving to your dog.
Notes
- Ensure cranberries are unsweetened and free of harmful additives like xylitol.
- If your dog is gluten-sensitive, substitute whole wheat flour with oat flour.
- Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Always consult your veterinarian before introducing new ingredients to your dog's diet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Holiday Pumpkin & Cranberry Bones for Dogs, dog treats, healthy dog recipes, holiday dog snacks