Try these simple and healthy homemade treats for your furry friends. Not only are the easy to make, they are nutritious and seemingly delicious.
Birthday Cake for Your Pup
Cake:
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1 egg
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4 tablespoons peanut butter
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1/2 cup apple, finely chopped
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a ramekin and set aside. Combine all ingredients and mix well. Pour batter into ramekin and sprinkle a few apple slices on top. Bake for 20 minutes.
Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Ingredients:
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2/3 cup pumpkin puree
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¼ to 1/3 cup peanut butter
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2 eggs
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2 1/2 cups flour (whole wheat preferred)
Directions:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, mix all ingredients except flour and blend well. Gradually add the flour until the dough isn't sticky. Roll dough into a ball. Lightly flour your surface and lightly knead. Use a rolling pin to roll dough to ¼-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters and place dough on baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Drizzle with peanut butter (optional).
No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients:
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1 cup pumpkin puree
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1/4 to 1/3 cup peanut butter
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1/4 cup milk or half and half
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3 cups oatmeal
Directions:
In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, peanut butter and milk on medium for 1 minute. Gradually add 2 1/2 cups oatmeal and stir. Use a small scoop or spoon to create 1/4 inch balls. Roll balls into remaining 1/2 cup oats to lightly top. Place into a closed container and refrigerate.