Description
Simple recipe for homemade chewy dog treats featuring blueberries and cranberries.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup unflavored gelatin powder
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (or substitute rice flour for grain-free)
Instructions
- Combine applesauce, blueberries, cranberries, and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the berries soften, about 5 minutes. Mash the berries slightly with a fork.
- Remove the mixture from the heat. Sprinkle the gelatin powder over the top and whisk until completely dissolved.
- Stir in the flour until a thick batter forms.
- Pour the batter into silicone bone-shaped molds or a shallow, lightly oiled baking dish (about 1/2 inch thick).
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely firm.
- Once firm, cut the mixture into bone shapes if using a dish, or pop them out of the molds.
- Store the finished treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
- If you use frozen fruit, you do not need to thaw it before cooking.
- For a smoother texture, strain the cooked fruit mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before adding the gelatin.
- If your dog has sensitivities, substitute the whole wheat flour with oat flour or rice flour.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 1
- Fat: 0.1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: dog treats, blueberry, cranberry, homemade dog food, gelatin treats, bone shape