Apple and carrot dog chew sticks (Printable)
Healthy apple carrot chews baked with oats and egg for happy dogs
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruits & Vegetables
01 - 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and grated
02 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
→ Dry Ingredients
03 - 2 cups whole wheat flour or gluten-free oat flour
04 - ½ cup rolled oats
→ Binding Ingredients
05 - 1 large egg
06 - ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
07 - 2 tbsp water as needed
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In large bowl, mix grated apple, grated carrot, flour, and oats until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add egg and applesauce to mixture. Stir until dough forms. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time if dough is too dry.
04 - On lightly floured surface, roll dough into sticks 4 inches long and ½ inch thick.
05 - Place sticks on prepared baking sheet with slight spacing between each.
06 - Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden and firm. For extra crunch, turn off oven and let cool inside for additional hour.
07 - Let chew sticks cool completely before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Your dog will absolutely know the difference between these and mass-produced treats
- You control every ingredient that goes into your pups body
- The kitchen smells amazing while they bake, like wholesome autumn goodness
02 -
- The dough should feel slightly tacky but not sticky, if it's too wet add more flour a tablespoon at a time
- Letting the sticks cool inside the turned-off oven creates that extra crunch that keeps dogs occupied longer
- Always check with your vet before introducing new treats, especially if your dog has food sensitivities
03 -
- Grate your apple and carrot finely so they distribute evenly and don't create weak spots in the dough
- Roll the dough slightly thinner for smaller dogs or thicker for powerful chewers who demolish treats quickly