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Red Velvet Truffles for Dogs

These homemade red velvet dog treats are inspired by classic red velvet cake but made dog-safe with carob and natural ingredients.
Course Dog Treats
Cuisine Pet
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 118kcal
Author Renee Dobbs

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup coconut flour
  • 2 tablespoons carob powder
  • 1 teaspoon beet powder
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  • Place the coconut flour, carob powder, and beet powder in a small bowl. Whisk or stir to combine.
  • Place the applesauce, peanut butter, and melted coconut oil in a large bowl. Stir until combined and smooth.
  • Add the flour mixture to the wet mixture and stir to combine.
  • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out the mixture and form a ball in your hand.
  • Roll the ball in the shredded coconut and place it on a plate. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
  • Refrigerate the truffles for 1 hour.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

Do not use peanut butter that contains xylitol, an artificial sweetener toxic to dogs.

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg