Apple Carrot Dog Chew Sticks (Printable)
Healthy apple and carrot chews made with whole ingredients. Perfect treats to keep your pup happily occupied.
# 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)
# Method:
01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the grated apple, grated carrot, flour, and oats. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Add the egg and applesauce to the mixture and stir until a dough forms. If the dough is 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.
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.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- Your dog gets natural ingredients without preservatives or mystery additives
- The texture helps clean teeth while keeping pups occupied for satisfying chunks of time
- One batch costs a fraction of premium store bought chews
02 -
- The dough should feel like playdough, neither sticky nor crumbly, for the best shaping experience
- Letting them cool in the oven creates that chewy texture that keeps dogs occupied longer
- Always check with your vet when introducing new ingredients to your dogs diet
03 -
- Grate your apple and carrot finely for a smoother texture or coarsely for more visible bits and extra chew
- If your dough feels too sticky, refrigerate it for 15 minutes before shaping to make it easier to handle