Ingredients
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- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree (unsweetened, no spices)
- 2 cups oat flour (or finely blended oats)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, applesauce, and peanut butter. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually stir in the oat flour and cinnamon (if using). The dough should be thick but slightly sticky. Add more oat flour if needed.
- Take small portions of dough and roll them into sticks about 4–5 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
- Place the sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the sticks are firm.
- Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For grain sensitivities, use finely ground buckwheat instead of oat flour. Cool completely on a rack to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pet Food
- Diet: Grain-Free Option
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg