Apple Oat Training Bites
Small baked bites that break easily, so one batch goes a long way in training.
Shared by The Messy Mutts team
Prep10 min
Freeze / bake20 min bake
Makes1 tray
Serve it as: Hand-fed treat · Puzzle toy
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg
- 1-2 tbsp water, if needed
Pantry safety check: no xylitol, grapes, raisins, onion, garlic, chocolate or macadamia nuts. Always check labels on broths and nut butters.
Method
- Heat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Mix everything into a thick, spoonable batter, adding water if it's too stiff.
- Press into the Heart Mold, set it on a baking sheet and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until firm.
- Cool completely, then pop out and break into small pieces for training.
- For a brain game, drop a few pieces into a Totally Pooched Stuff'n Shake Barrel or Stuff'n Wobble Ball and let your dog work them out.
Why it's good for them
Simple, lighter ingredients for frequent rewards.
Storage
Keeps in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for longer.
Pantry recipes are occasional treats and toppers, not complete meals. Keep treats a small part of your dog's daily food, supervise frozen treats and toys, and check with your vet about allergies or health conditions. Sponsored recipes are always labelled.
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