Apple, Bacon, and Cheddar Dog Treats
Servings 32
Equipment
- Dog Treat Cookie Cutter
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter room temperature
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 apple peeled & grated (no pits, seeds, or core from apple!!!)
- 1½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1½ cups white flour
- 1½ cups cheddar cheese shredded
- ¼ cup cooked bacon chopped into bits
- 1 tbsp fresh curly parsley, chopped **Use curly variety only, others may be toxic
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with a silpat mat.
- Combine the butter, olive oil, and egg together with a whisk until well combined.
- Add the milk and grated apple then whisk.
- Add the whole wheat flour and white flour; mix until just combined.
- Add most of the cheddar, bacon, and parsley. Mix until combined.
- Side Note: If it's too sticky, add a bit more flour. If it's too dry, add a bit more milk.
- On a lightly floured work surface, knead the dough for 30 seconds until smooth.
- Roll out the dough into a 10-inch circle, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Sprinkle some of the remaining bacon bits, cheese, and parsley on the dough then lightly press down and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Using a bone-shaped cookie cutter, cut out the dog bones.
- Bake until lightly golden, 20 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or the freezer for 6 months.