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Apple Carrot Dog Treats

Renee Dobbs · July 28, 2022 · 8 Comments

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homemade baked apple carrot dog treats in a bowl.
paw shaped apple carrot dog treats on a wire rack.
paw shaped apple carrot dog treats on a wire rack.
apple carrot dog treats ingredients and the treats in a bowl.

Homemade Apple Carrot Dog Treats are a tasty snack for your furry friend. As they bake in the oven, your fur baby will wag their tail in anticipation!

Your sweet pup deserves the very best. These apple dog treats taste like dessert, but they are so nutritious that you will be proud to share them with your pet. If you know someone with a dog, they also make fantastic hostess gifts!

homemade apple carrot dog treats in a bowl.

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Table Of Contents
  1. Why This Is The Best Carrot Dog Treats with Apple Recipe
  2. The Best Things About These DIY Dog Treats
  3. Apple Carrot Dog Treats Ingredients
  4. Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
  5. Equipment Needed
  6. How To Make Apple Carrot Dog Treats
  7. Serving Size
  8. How to Store Homemade Apple Carrot Dog Treats
  9. How Long Do Homemade Apple and Carrot Dog Treats Last?
  10. Can Humans Eat Carrot Dog Treats?
  11. Popular Homemade Dog Treat Recipes
  12. Apple Carrot Dog Treats

Why This Is The Best Carrot Dog Treats with Apple Recipe

These homemade dog treats are less expensive than store-bought and have simple ingredients. Your dog will probably get hungry as they bake because they will be able to smell the natural flavor of apple and carrot.

Not only are they cheaper than store-bought, but they are better for your dog too. Carrot dog treats are high in beta-carotene and vitamin A.

I love making homemade dog biscuits, and these are snacks that are full of nutrients! Make a batch of these when your dog wants a special treat and share your love with your pup.

The Best Things About These DIY Dog Treats

Baking homemade treats yourself means you know you are giving your dog all-natural treats with wholesome and healthy ingredients. There aren’t any mystery ingredients found in store-bought dog treats.

If you give your dog raw carrots or apple slices for treats, then these homemade dog treats with carrots and apples are the next step in spoiling your hound. This may be your dog’s new favorite treat.

Benefits of Apples for Dogs

Apples are a great source of fiber that’s great for your dog’s gut health and digestive system. They are high in Vitamin C which is great for your dog’s immune system.

Apples have a natural sweetness and help your dog balance their blood sugar. If your dog has a sweet tooth, then give them some apple dog treats instead of whipped cream or ice cream.

Benefits of Carrots for Dogs

Carrots are low fat and low calorie but really high in essential nutrients. They are a fantastic source of soluble fiber, which feeds the healthy bacteria in your dog’s gut and promotes healthy digestion.

These orange vegetables are also rich in beta-carotene, which promotes vision health.

Carrots are rich in Vitamin A, which is essential for a dog’s growth and maintenance, healthy skin, and coat. They also have vitamin K, which helps regulate a dog’s blood function.

Apple Carrot Dog Treats Ingredients

The exact ingredient amounts and step-by-step directions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this article. First, I want to share some information about the ingredients I used in this homemade apple and carrot dog treats recipe.

Here’s a list of what you’ll need. They are common ingredients found in regular grocery stores. Oh, use organic ingredients if you want to make organic dog treats.

  • Apple – any type of apple will work beautifully in this recipe. Red apples tend to be sweeter.
  • Carrot – save yourself time and buy a bag of pre-shredded carrots or matchstick carrots.
  • Egg – adds protein and is a binder for the dough.
  • Coconut Oil – a healthy fat for the dough.
  • Blackstrap Molasses – adds just a touch of sweetness.
  • Almond Flour – this is what makes these treats gluten-free. Use almond flour, not almond meal.
  • Oat Flour – If you don’t have oat flour you can make your own by pureeing oatmeal in a food processor.
apple carrot dog treats ingredients.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

When you make this dog treats recipe, there are a few things to keep in mind:

You can substitute maple syrup for the blackstrap molasses. Just use a little less maple syrup since it has a sweet flavor.

If you do not have oat flour, you can make it by placing old-fashioned oats in a food processor or blender and blending until it has the consistency of flour.

You can substitute all purpose flour or a 50-50 combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour for the oat flour. The amount will have to be adjusted since those flours will cause the dough to have a different consistency. It will take less of those flours than oat flour. Start with 1/2 cup and only add more if the dough is too wet or sticky. Because whole wheat flour is denser, it’s not a good substitute to use by itself.

Equipment Needed

You probably have most of the kitchen items you need to make these homemade dog treats. You can use any regular silicone candy mold but a dog paw print mold gives these treats a fun look.

  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Skillet
  • Large Bowl
  • Dog Treat Molds
  • Baking Sheet or cookie sheets

How To Make Apple Carrot Dog Treats

These are the recipe steps and some photos of the process of making the treats. I hope they help you make this healthy dog treats recipe! Note there’s a printable recipe card below.

  1. Peel the apple, remove and discard the core of the apple, and shred the apple.
  2. Peel the carrot and shred it.
  3. Place the shredded apple, shredded carrot, egg, melted coconut oil, and molasses in a large bowl.
  4. Stir to combine the wet ingredients.
  5. Mix the almond flour and oat flour together in a bowl.
  6. Add the flour mixture to the apple carrot mixture and combine well.
apple carrot dog treats recipe step 1 to 4 collage.
  1. Place the silicone mold on a baking sheet and fill in the cups with the dough.
  2. Bake at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes.
  3. Remove the treats from the oven and cool them on a wire rack.
apple carrot dog treats recipe step 5 to 8 collage.

Cut Out Treats

Don’t have any silicone molds? You can roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to cut the dough. Just add the oat flour a little at a time until it has a good rolling consistency that’s not too dry or wet.

Note it may be difficult to cut through the carrot shreds. You’ll have to press hard to get the cutter to go through the dough.

Place the dough on a floured surface and use a rolling pin to roll out the dough. Use cookie cutters for dog treats to cut out the treats. Or you can use a pizza cutter to cut square or rectangular treats.

Place the cutout treats on a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.

Serving Size

How many homemade carrot dog treats should you give your pup at once? That depends on the amount of food you gave your pet to eat that day and the size of your dog. Large dogs can consume more than smaller and toy breed dogs.

Treats should be considered in your dog’s daily caloric intake. Make sure you don’t exceed the recommended amount for your dog.

Dogs shouldn’t have too many treats – including these yummy carrot and apple dog treats. For this reason, I suggest only giving your spoiled hound one treat per day.

However, you can use your own judgment regarding how many treats are right for your dog.

Only give small amounts to senior dogs. If your furry companions are older, they might prefer a juicy dog treat to a crunchy one, but use your best judgment.

six paw shaped apple carrot dog treats.

How to Store Homemade Apple Carrot Dog Treats

These baked dog treats should be stored in an airtight container. They can be stored on the countertop, in the refrigerator, or in the freezer. Leave them on the counter for up to three days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to six months.

How Long Do Homemade Apple and Carrot Dog Treats Last?

Baked apple carrot dog treats will last up to 5 days on the counter or in the refrigerator. They will last up to six months in the freezer.

Can Humans Eat Carrot Dog Treats?

Yes, people can eat these dog apple carrot treats. All the ingredients are safe for human consumption. But I doubt folks would like them. They don’t taste as sweet or flavorful as other types of human foods.

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a bowl of homemade apple carrot dog treats.

Popular Homemade Dog Treat Recipes

Want to make more treats for your dog? Here are some different types of dog treats to make:

  • Apple Dog Donuts
  • Banana Peanut Butter Dog Treats
  • Chicken Dog Treats
  • Homemade Dog Treats without Peanut Butter
  • No Bake Dog Treats

Find more easy dog treat recipes here on Spoiled Hounds!

Want to get the best store-bought dog treats instead of making homemade ones? Check out these favorite dog treats on my Amazon dog treats ideas list.

homemade apple carrot dog treats in a bowl.
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Apple Carrot Dog Treats

Homemade carrot dog treats with apple are a tasty snack for your furry friend.
Course Dog Treats
Cuisine Pet
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 18
Calories 117kcal
Author Renee Dobbs

Ingredients

  • 1 Apple
  • 1 Carrot
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 tablespoon Melted Coconut Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Blackstrap Molasses or Maple Syrup
  • 2 cups Almond Flour
  • 1 cup Oat Flour

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Peel the apple, remove and discard the core, and shred the apple.
  • Peel and shred the carrot.
  • Place the shredded apple, shredded carrot, egg, melted coconut oil, and molasses in a large bowl.
  • Stir to combine the wet ingredients.
  • Mix the almond flour and oat flour together in a bowl.
  • Add the flour mixture to the wet mixture and combine well.
  • Place silicone mold on a baking sheet and fill in the cups with the dough.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove the treats from the oven and cool them on a wire rack.

Notes

If you don’t have oat flour, you can make it by processing 1 cup of dry uncooked old-fashioned rolled oats in a blender or food processor until it has the consistency of flour.

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 66mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 585IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg

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Comments

  1. Kim says

    August 11, 2022 at 5:39 pm

    Renee’…Do you have a dog treat recipe that has carrots, unsweetened applesauce, oat flour, eggs in them? Optional ingredients of coconut flour and coconut oil are fine. I also need the GA for it. I have looked everywhere and can’t find the right recipe. I’m hoping you can help! I love your recipes.

    Thanks,
    Kim

    Reply
    • Renee Dobbs says

      August 12, 2022 at 6:20 am

      Sorry Kim, I do not have a dog treat recipe with those ingredients. I will put it on my list of ideas for new treats.

      Reply
  2. Pao says

    September 5, 2022 at 5:32 am

    Can I substitute Whole Wheat Flour to Almond Flour? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Renee Dobbs says

      September 5, 2022 at 6:18 am

      Whole wheat flour is much denser than almond flour and not a good substitute for it alone. You can substitute the 2 cups of almond flour with 1/2 cup whole wheat flour and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.

      Reply
  3. Rusty says

    October 1, 2022 at 12:33 pm

    All I am allowed are
    Barley
    Mash potato
    Egg
    Some vegetables
    Can you suggest a nice doggy biscuits please lots of woofs rusty 🐾🐾🐾🐾

    Reply
    • Renee Dobbs says

      October 2, 2022 at 11:44 am

      Sorry, I don’t have any dog treat recipes with barley or regular mashed potato. I add them to my list of treats to make.

      Reply
  4. MGK says

    November 28, 2022 at 8:34 am

    Hi,
    Suggested storage? Just made them, cannot wait for my pups to enjoy.

    Reply
    • Renee Dobbs says

      November 28, 2022 at 1:01 pm

      They should be stored in an airtight container. They can be stored on the countertop, in the refrigerator, or in the freezer. Leave them on the counter for up to three days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to six months.

      Reply

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