Apple Carrot Dog Chew Sticks (Printable Version)
Healthy apple carrot chews baked with whole grains 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)
# Directions:
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 about 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 and firm. 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 safe consumption.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These chews keep dogs occupied for 20 minutes straight, giving you precious quiet time
- The natural sweetness from apples means no added sugar or mystery ingredients
02 -
- The dough should be tacky but not sticky, too wet and the chews will not firm up properly
- Every apple has different moisture content so trust your hands when deciding whether to add water
03 -
- Grate the apple and carrot finely so they distribute evenly through the dough
- Roll sticks to a uniform thickness so they all bake at the same rate