Holiday Pumpkin & Cranberry Bones for Dogs
Holiday Pumpkin & Cranberry Bones for Dogs are the perfect festive treat to share with your furry friend. These nutritious bites combine wholesome pumpkin and cranberries, packed with vitamins and antioxidants that contribute to your dog’s health. Easy to make and fun to customize, they’re ideal for holiday celebrations or as a delightful surprise any time of year. Your pup will love the delicious flavor, and you’ll appreciate how simple they are to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 treats 1x
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pet
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened, chopped)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, applesauce, and egg until smooth.
- Gradually add whole wheat flour, rolled oats, and optional cinnamon until a dough forms.
- Fold in chopped dried cranberries.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness; use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
- Place cutouts on a parchment-lined baking sheet with space between each piece.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let treats cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bone (30g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg