Every dog deserves treats—that’s just a fact. But managing your pet’s health and their taste for not-so-nutritious biscuits and chews can be a difficult balancing act. A treat loaded with fat and tons of calories might make your pupper happy in the short term, but in the long run, dog obesity and other health issues could have them feeling sluggish or worse, with risks including the development or worsening of pancreatic, orthopedic, hepatic, urinary, pulmonary and skin diseases, as well as diabetes. So why not bake up a DIY dog treat that’s both delicious and good for your dog?
These “green machine” DIY dog treats have just 3 percent fat, thanks to lite ingredients like fat-free yogurt. Plus, these healthy dog treats are also packed with nutrient-rich veggies like asparagus, green beans and spinach. Added bonus: You can eat the leftover veggies yourself, using them in a salad or roasting them in the oven. Now both you and your dog are on your way to living your best lives thanks to these healthy dog treats!
What you'll need:
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Ingredients
- 1 stalk of asparagus
- 1 green bean
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 tablesoons fat-free yogurt, plain
- 1/4 cup applesauce, unsweetened
- 1 cup whole wheat flour, plus 1/2 cup for rolling
- Nonstick cooking spray
Supplies
- Food processor
- Large bowl
- Rolling pin
- 1-inch round cookie cutter (could also use a bottle cap)
- Baking sheet
- Spatula
Yield:
35 treats
Serving size:
One treat per pup
Prep time:
10 minutes
Bake time:
20 minutes
Calories per treat:
15. 4
Protein calories:
14%
Fat calories:
3%
Carbohydrate calories:
83%
Instructions
1Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Chop asparagus and green beans into 1-inch pieces.
2Put asparagus, green beans and spinach into food processor.
3Process until the mixture resembles small flakes.
4Transfer processed vegetables into a large bowl.
5Add yogurt and applesauce. Mix well.
6Add flour, 1/4 cup at a time, to the mixture.
Mix well after each addition.
7Use your hands to knead the flour and wet mixture into a ball of dough.
Add flour if necessary.
8Spray your baking sheet with nonstick spray.
9On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a sheet 1/2 inch thick.
10Using the cookie cutter, cut the dough into small rounds.
11Place the rounds 1/2-inch apart on the baking sheet.
12Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes.
13Remove from oven and use spatula to transfer the treats to a plate. Let cool.
14Spoil your dog with the DIY dog treats!
These healthy homemade dog treats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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