Description
Gourmet dog treats reach new heights with Peanut Butter & Apple Pizza, a wholesome canine delicacy blending nutritious ingredients. Tail-wagging companions will savor this homemade snack that combines protein-packed peanut butter with sweet apple slices for a delightful mealtime surprise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup natural, xylitol-free peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 apple
Binding/Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup water (240 milliliters)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Optional Garnish:
- Finely chopped carrots
- Dog-safe herbs (such as parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (175C), preparing a parchment-lined baking sheet for the canine culinary creation.
- In a mixing bowl, blend whole wheat flour, rolled oats, egg, water, and olive oil until a unified dough emerges.
- Gently roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface, crafting a compact pizza base that will serve as the foundation for the treat.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, allowing the crust to set and develop a slight firmness.
- Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool momentarily, creating a stable platform for the upcoming toppings.
- Delicately spread an even, thin layer of unsweetened applesauce across the partially baked crust, ensuring complete coverage.
- Drizzle natural peanut butter over the applesauce, creating a tantalizing swirl of flavor and nutrition.
- Carefully arrange apple slices across the surface, distributing them evenly for balanced taste and texture.
- For an optional nutritional boost, sprinkle finely chopped carrot or parsley over the pizza, adding visual appeal and extra nutrients.
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the toppings to warm through and the apple slices to soften slightly.
- Once baking is complete, remove from the oven and let the pizza cool completely to room temperature.
- Slice the cooled pizza into small, manageable pieces appropriate for your dog’s size and serving preferences.
Notes
- Swap whole wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like rice or coconut flour for dogs with wheat sensitivities.
- Remove added salt completely to ensure the recipe remains safe for canine consumption.
- Cut apple slices uniformly thin to prevent choking risks and ensure even baking.
- Store leftover pizza slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, reheating gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 191 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg