Apple Carrot Dog Chew Sticks (Print View)
Healthy apple carrot chews made with whole ingredients for happy pups
# 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)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix grated apple, grated carrot, flour, and oats until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add egg and applesauce to the mixture. Stir until dough forms. If dough is too dry, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until it comes together.
04 - On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into sticks approximately 4 inches long and ½ inch thick.
05 - Place sticks on prepared baking sheet with slight spacing between each piece.
06 - Bake for 40-45 minutes until sticks are golden and firm. For extra crunch, turn off oven and let sticks cool inside for an additional hour.
07 - Allow chew sticks to cool completely before serving to your dog.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- Your dog gets wholesome ingredients without any mysterious additives or preservatives
- The dough comes together in minutes and makes enough treats to last weeks
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- Letting the chews cool in the turned-off oven creates that satisfying crunch dogs love
- The dough should be tacky but not sticky when you start rolling it into sticks
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- Grate the apple and carrot right before mixing so they don't oxidize and turn brown
- If your dough is too sticky to handle chill it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes