Apple Pie for Dogs is a fun twist on the classic dessert made just for your furry friend. With a tender oat flour crust, naturally sweet apple filling, and a lattice top, these adorable little pies are a delicious way to spoil your pup with their very own dessert.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
There’s something extra fun about baking a classic dessert in a dog-friendly way, and these little apple pies are just as cute as they are tasty. Here are some of the top reasons this recipe will become a favorite.
Easy to Make – The simple crust and filling come together without any complicated baking techniques. You can even skip the lattice top when you want to keep things extra easy.
Wholesome Ingredients – These pies are made with simple ingredients like oat flour, applesauce, egg, and cinnamon.
Dog-Friendly – Traditional apple pie can contain lots of sugar and ingredients that aren’t appropriate for dogs. This dog apple pie has no added sugar, artificial sweeteners, or toxic spices such as nutmeg.
Customizable – Use homemade or store-bought applesauce, swap the flour, or use fresh apple to put your own spin on the recipe.
Special Dessert Treat – These mini apple pies make an adorable dessert for a dog birthday, gotcha day, holiday, or any occasion when your pup deserves a little something special.
Ingredients and What They Bring to the Pie
It only takes a handful of simple ingredients to turn a classic dessert into a dog-friendly treat. Here’s what each one brings to the pies:
Pie Crust
- Oat Flour – Forms the base of the crust while adding fiber and a mild flavor that pairs well with apples.
- Water – Adds the moisture needed to bring the dough together and make it easy to roll.
- Coconut Oil – Adds moisture and richness while helping create a tender crust.
Pie Filling
- Unsweetened Applesauce – Gives the filling its apple flavor and natural sweetness without added sugar.
- Cornstarch – Thickens the apple filling so it sets inside the crust.
- Egg – Helps bind and set the filling as the pies bake.
- Cinnamon – Adds the warm, familiar flavor associated with classic apple pie.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
These mini pies are simple to make, but there are a few ingredient tips and substitutions to keep in mind before you start baking.
Applesauce – You can use store-bought unsweetened applesauce or homemade applesauce for dogs. You can also substitute the applesauce with one finely chopped fresh apple for a chunkier filling.
Oat Flour – You can make oat flour by blending old-fashioned rolled oats in a blender or food processor until they have a flour consistency. One cup of oats makes about ¾ cup of flour.
Flour Substitutes – You can substitute oat flour with brown rice flour, all-purpose flour, or a 50-50 combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour. Because whole wheat flour is denser, it’s not a good substitute to use by itself. Flour substitutes may affect the dough, so start with less flour and add more as needed until you have a dough that’s easy to roll.
How to Make Apple Pie for Dogs
Making mini apple pie for your dog is easier than it looks. Here’s what to do:
Make the Pie Crust
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 6-cup muffin pan with non-stick spray or lightly grease it with coconut oil.
- Combine the oat flour and melted coconut oil in a medium bowl.
- Gradually add water, mixing as you go, until a rollable dough forms.
- Place the dough on a flat surface and roll it out to about ¼-inch thick.
- Use a round cookie cutter about the width of a standard muffin cup to cut out six mini pie crusts. A regular canning jar ring also works well.
- Gently press each crust into the bottom of a muffin cup and slightly up the sides to create a well for the filling.
- Cut the leftover dough into thin strips for the lattice top.
Make the Filling and Bake the Pies
- Place the applesauce, cornstarch, egg, and cinnamon in a bowl and stir until well combined.
- Divide the apple filling evenly among the prepared crusts.
- Arrange the dough strips in a crisscross lattice pattern over each pie.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the crust is set and lightly golden.
- Remove the mini pies from the muffin pan and allow them to cool completely before serving.
How to Store the Pie and How Long It Lasts
Store the apple pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last up to 5 days.
For longer storage, freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.
Can people eat this pie?
Yes, they sure can! All the ingredients are safe for human consumption. These mini pies would be great for those watching their sugar intake. Give one a try and see if you like it.
Popular Homemade Dog Desserts
Are you interested in making more desserts for your dog? Here are some great recipes to make:
- Carrot Cake for Dogs
- Cheesecake for Dogs
- Cupcakes for Dogs
- No Bake Dog Cake
- Pumpkin Dog Cake
- Pumpkin Pie for Dogs
Find more easy dog dessert recipes here on Spoiled Hounds!
Apple Pie for Dogs
Ingredients
Pie Crust
- 1½ cups Oat Flour
- ¼-½ cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Melted Coconut Oil
Pie Filling
- ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce or 1 small apple diced
- ½ teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 Egg
- ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 6-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or grease it with coconut oil.
- In a medium bowl, combine oat flour, melted coconut oil, and water. Add a little water at a time until a rollable dough consistency is obtained.
- Place the dough on a flat surface and roll out the dough until it is ¼-inch thick.
- Using a round cookie cutter about the same width as a regular muffin tin cup or a regular canning jar ring, cut out mini crusts.
- Optional: Using the leftover crust, cut small strips to lay them across the tops of the mini apple pies to form a crisscross lattice pattern.
- Gently press mini crusts into the bottom of the muffin cup wells and up the sides enough to create a well for the filling.
- Place the filling ingredients in a bowl and stir until well combined.
- Equally divide the filling mixture into the cups.
- Lay strips of dough in a crisscross pattern on top of the filling if desired.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove the pies from the muffin pan and cool them completely before serving.
Nutrition
Serving Amount
Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calories. Consult your veterinarian if you are unsure of the appropriate portion size for your dog.
If your dog hasn’t had any of these ingredients before, start with a small piece to make sure they don’t have any allergies, sensitivities, or adverse reactions.
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