These apple cranberry dog dental sticks are a tasty and healthy treat for your furry friend. Packed with natural ingredients, they help promote dental health while providing a delicious snack.
This recipe for dogs is easy to make at home, ensuring you know exactly what goes into your pet’s food. These homemade dog food treats combine the sweetness of apples and tartness of cranberries, making them irresistible for your pup.
Healthy Apple Cranberry Dental Sticks for Dogs
These dog dental sticks are not only beneficial for your pet’s teeth but also flavorful. They are made with wholesome ingredients like fresh apples and cranberries, and the recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and bake, yielding a healthy batch of treats.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup oat flour
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey optional
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, oat flour, and cinnamon. Mix well.
- In another bowl, combine applesauce, egg, yogurt, and honey (if using). Mix until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Fold in the chopped cranberries.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut into desired shapes.
- Place the cut shapes onto the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the dental sticks to cool completely before serving them to your dog.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 20 sticks
- Calories: 50 kcal per stick
- Fat: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
