Peanut Butter & Bacon Dog Treats
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
33
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Cuisine
American
Peanut Butter & Bacon Dog Treats
Description
Peanut Butter & Bacon Dog Treats start with a dough made by blending peanut butter, milk, and egg, then mixing in whole wheat flour, baking powder, oats, and chopped cooked bacon. The thick, heavy dough is kneaded and rolled out to a quarter-inch thickness before cutting into shapes with a dog treat cutter. Baking at 325 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes produces crunchy treats with crisp edges while retaining some chewiness inside. The bacon adds a smoky flavor and bits of texture dispersed throughout.
This recipe makes homemade dog snacks that combine familiar pantry ingredients tailored for canine tastes and safety checks like avoiding xylitol. These treats can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer to keep them fresh over time. Serving these cold from the freezer can be particularly appealing to dogs, especially during warm weather, and the bite-sized shapes make for easy training rewards.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter Side Note: Double-check that your peanut butter does NOT contain Xylitol. This sweetener is highly toxic to dogs, creamy
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 egg large
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ⅓ cup quick oats
- 3 Bacon cooked & chopped into bits, strips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until golden brown; drain paper towels. Chop into bits.
- Whisk together the peanut butter, milk, and egg until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour and the baking powder; mix well.
- Add the flour mixture to the peanut butter mixture until combined. Add the oats and bacon bits; mix well. The dough is thick and heavy.
- Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use a dog treat cookie cutter to cut out the desired shape and place it onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Place into oven and bake until the edges are golden brown, about 20-25 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator or freezer. My dog loves them right out of the freezer - especially on hot days! Enjoy.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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