Pawsitively Good Dog Bones (Printer-friendly)

Homemade crunchy dog bones packed with wholesome ingredients for easy preparation and healthy rewards.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups whole wheat flour
02 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
03 - 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
06 - 1/4 cup natural unsalted peanut butter (xylitol-free)
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/3 cup water, as needed

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, rolled oats, dry milk powder, and baking powder.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together applesauce, peanut butter, and eggs until smooth.
04 - Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Add water, one tablespoon at a time, if the dough is too dry.
05 - Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and roll to 1/4-inch thickness.
06 - Use a bone-shaped cookie cutter to cut the dough and place the pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and firm.
08 - Allow the treats to cool fully on a wire rack before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and quick preparation
  • Made with wholesome ingredients safe for dogs
02 -
  • Ensure peanut butter contains no xylitol or artificial sweeteners which are toxic to dogs
  • Store treats in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months
03 -
  • Do not substitute peanut butter containing xylitol as it is toxic to dogs
  • Add water gradually to get the perfect dough consistency
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