Peanut butter dog cookies are a delightful treat that pups can't resist, and by using oat flour instead of whole wheat flour, you can make them even healthier!
Oat flour offers a range of benefits for dogs
From being gluten-free and easy to digest to providing essential nutrients. Plus, it's simple to make at home, ensuring your furry friend gets the best-quality treats possible.
It is also nutrient-rich. Oats are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, promoting overall health and well-being in dogs.
Making Oat Flour at Home
You can easily make oat flour at home with just one ingredient - rolled oats!
Instructions:
1. **Measure**: Start by measuring the desired amount of rolled oats for your recipe.
2. **Blend**: Place the rolled oats in a blender or food processor.
3. **Grind**: Pulse the oats until they are finely ground and resemble flour. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor as needed to ensure even grinding.
4. **Sift**: For a finer texture, you can sift the ground oats through a fine mesh sieve to remove any larger pieces.
5. **Store**: Transfer the oat flour to an airtight container and store it in a cool, dry place for future use.
Choosing Peanut Butter
When selecting peanut butter for your dog cookies, it's important to choose a variety that is unsalted and free from added sugars, artificial sweeteners, and xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
Look for natural peanut butter with minimal ingredients - ideally, just peanuts! Avoid peanut butter with added salt, as excessive sodium can be harmful to your pup's health. Always check the label to ensure the peanut butter is safe and healthy for your furry friend.
Why Peanuts?
I don't know about your dog, but my dog absolutely LOVES his peanut treats. He will peel the whole peanut. He drools all over the carpet when we snack on something containing peanuts and he would sell his soul for a peanut treat. Peanut butter is also the best option for kong treats to keep him bussy. So peanut cookies - a real treat for my dog.
This said, peanuts are not only delicious but also a healthy option. They're packed with protein, healthy fats, and essential nutrients that dogs need to thrive.
Whether enjoyed straight from the shell or in the form of peanut butter, peanuts are a nutritious and satisfying snack for pups of all sizes. Incorporating peanuts into homemade dog cookies adds irresistible flavor and texture, making them even more appealing to your furry friend.
Optional ingredients
Feel free to get creative with your peanut butter dog cookies by adding extra ingredients for flavor and nutrition.
You can try incorporating mashed bananas, shredded carrots, or cooked oats into the dough for a twist on the classic recipe. Just be sure to adjust the amount of liquid accordingly to maintain the right consistency.
Oat Flour Peanut Butter Dog cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
- 250 grams oat flour (homemade or store-bought)
- 125 grams natural peanut butter (salt, sugar and xylitol-free)
- 2 eggs
- 120 milliliters water
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oat flour and peanut butter until well mixed.
3. Add the eggs and water to the bowl, stirring until a dough forms. Add more water if needed to achieve the right consistency.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently until smooth.
5. Roll out the dough to about 6 millimeters thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes or simply use a knife to cut the dough into squares or rectangles.
6. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
7. Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving them to your pup.
Conclusion
With oat flour as the star ingredient, these homemade peanut butter dog cookies are not only delicious but also nutritious and easy to digest.
By making your own oat flour at home, you can ensure that your furry friend gets the best-quality treats possible. Treat your pup to these wholesome cookies, and watch as their tail wags with delight!
