Apple and carrot dog chew sticks (Printable)

Wholesome apple and carrot chews baked with oats and egg. Natural, healthy treats your pup will love.

# 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, adjusted as needed

# Steps:

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 ensure even cooking.
06 - Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the sticks are golden and firm throughout. 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 ensure proper texture and safety.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Your pup gets a wholesome chew without any mystery ingredients you cannot pronounce
  • These sticks keep dogs happily occupied for surprisingly long stretches of peaceful time
02 -
  • Adding water too quickly can make the dough sticky and difficult to work with, so start with less than you think you need
  • Leaving the sticks in the cooling oven for an extra hour creates that satisfying crunch that keeps dogs occupied longer
03 -
  • Grate the apple and carrot directly into the mixing bowl to capture all those precious juices that might otherwise escape on a cutting board
  • Double the batch and freeze half so you always have homemade treats ready without starting from scratch every time

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