Allergy-Friendly Peanut Butter & Molasses Delight Dog Treats
Treat your furry friend to these delicious Allergy-Friendly Peanut Butter & Molasses Delight Dog Treats, specially crafted for pups with food sensitivities. This recipe replaces common allergens with wholesome ingredients, ensuring your dog can enjoy a tasty snack without worry. Using brown rice flour, potato starch, and tapioca flour as a base, combined with natural peanut butter and unsulphured molasses (or agave syrup), these treats are not only hypoallergenic but also packed with flavor. With an easy-to-follow method, you'll have a batch ready in under an hour, making snack time a breeze for you and your beloved pet. Remember, this recipe is unsuitable for dogs with allergies to nuts, oats, rice, or potatoes.
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Servings
30
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
brown rice flour
2 cups (Measuring and sifting)
potato starch
2/3 cup (Measuring)
tapioca flour
1/3 cup (Measuring)
old fashioned oats
2 cups (Measuring)
water
1 cup (Measuring)
sunflower oil
1/2 cup (Measuring)
peanut butter
3/4 cup (No xylitol; measuring)
unsulphured molasses or agave syrup
6 tablespoons (Measuring)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown rice flour, potato starch, tapioca flour, and old-fashioned oats. Mix well and set aside.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, sunflower oil, peanut butter (ensure it contains no xylitol), and either molasses or agave syrup until well combined.
4
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
5
Once combined, let the dough rest for about an hour to firm up.
6
After resting, scoop the dough using a tablespoon and drop onto an ungreased baking sheet, using the back of the spoon to gently flatten each scoop.
7
Bake the treats in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are firm to the touch.
8
Alternatively, after step 4, you can allow the dough to rest for an hour, or wrap it in plastic wrap and let it firm up overnight. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-1/2 inch thickness, and use cookie cutters to create your desired shapes.
9
Bake the rolled treats for 15 minutes, or until they are firm.
10
Allow the treats to cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Information
1.8g
Fat
3g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Allergy-Friendly Peanut Butter & Molasses Delight Dog Treats?
They are homemade dog treats specifically designed for dogs with food sensitivities, using alternative flours and wholesome ingredients.
What flours are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses brown rice flour, potato starch, and tapioca flour as a hypoallergenic base.
What is the calorie count per dog treat?
Each treat contains approximately 30 calories.
How much fat is in each treat?
There is 1.8g of fat in each treat.
What are the carbohydrate and protein contents?
Each treat contains 3g of carbohydrates and 1g of protein.
Is the peanut butter safe for dogs?
Yes, but you must ensure the peanut butter contains no xylitol, as it is toxic to dogs.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How long should the dough rest before baking?
The dough needs to rest for about an hour to firm up, or it can be chilled overnight.
How long do I bake the scoop-and-drop treats?
Bake them for 20 to 25 minutes or until they are firm to the touch.
How long do I bake the rolled and cut-out treats?
Rolled treats should be baked for approximately 15 minutes.
Can I use a substitute for molasses?
Yes, agave syrup can be used as a substitute for unsulphured molasses.
How should I store these dog treats?
Store them in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Are there any dogs that should not eat these treats?
These treats are unsuitable for dogs with allergies to nuts, oats, rice, or potatoes.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
No, the instructions specify using an ungreased baking sheet.
How thick should I roll the dough for cookie cutters?
Roll the dough to a thickness of 1/4 to 1/2 inch.
What type of oats are required?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of old fashioned oats.
What kind of oil is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of sunflower oil.
How much water is needed?
You will need 1 cup of water for the wet mixture.
How much peanut butter is included?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of peanut butter.
How much potato starch is used?
The recipe uses 2/3 cup of potato starch.
How much tapioca flour is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of tapioca flour.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 total ingredients used in this recipe.
What is the preparation for the brown rice flour?
The brown rice flour should be measured and sifted before mixing.
Can I use agave syrup instead of molasses?
Yes, agave syrup is a suitable alternative to molasses.
How do I shape the treats if I don't use cookie cutters?
You can use a tablespoon to drop scoops of dough onto the sheet and flatten them with the back of the spoon.
Is the dough easy to handle immediately?
No, the dough must rest to firm up before it can be easily shaped or rolled.
Is this recipe considered hypoallergenic?
Yes, it is specifically crafted to be hypoallergenic by avoiding common allergens like wheat.
Are the treats firm or soft?
The treats are baked until they are firm to the touch.
Should the treats cool before serving?
Yes, allow the treats to cool completely before giving them to your pet.
What is the total preparation and baking time?
Including resting time, the process takes a bit over an hour, with 15-25 minutes of active baking.