Apple And Carrot Dog Chew Sticks (Print Version)
Healthy apple carrot chews made with whole ingredients for your furry friend
# 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 tablespoons water, adjusted as needed
# How to Cook:
01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the grated apple, grated carrot, flour, and oats. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.
03 - Add the egg and applesauce to the mixture and stir until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until it comes together.
04 - On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into small sticks approximately 4 inches long and ½ inch thick.
05 - Place the sticks on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for even cooking.
06 - Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the sticks are golden brown and firm to the touch. For extra crunch, turn off the oven and let the sticks cool inside for an additional hour.
07 - Let the chew sticks cool completely before serving to your pup to prevent any risk of burning.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These chews keep pups occupied for way longer than expected, giving you precious moments of quiet
- Youll feel good knowing exactly what your dog is eating, plus the ingredients cost pennies compared to boutique pet treats
02 -
- Every oven bakes differently, so check at 40 minutes, because overbaked sticks can become too hard for smaller dogs
- The cooling-in-the-oven step is non-negotiable if you want that perfect chewy-crunchy texture dogs go absolutely wild for
03 -
- Grate the apple and carrot over the bowl to catch all those precious juices that would otherwise escape
- Rolling dough between two sheets of parchment paper prevents sticking without adding extra flour