Crunchy All-Natural Dog Treats
These delightful homemade dog biscuits are crafted with love using nutritious ingredients that your furry friend will adore. Inspired by a classic Martha Stewart recipe, these treats can be made in various sizes using adorable dog-shaped cookie cutters. Each batch yields around five dozen biscuits, perfect for sharing or special occasions. With a base of wholesome flour, a boost of wheat germ, and the savory flavor of low-sodium chicken stock, these biscuits provide a tasty and healthy snack for your pup. Best of all, you can customize them by spelling out your dog's name - making every treat feel extra special!
60
Servings
25
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 cup (whisked)
wheat germ
1/4 cup (measured)
brewer's yeast
1/4 cup (measured)
salt
1 teaspoon (measured)
canola oil
1 1/2 tablespoons (measured)
low-sodium canned chicken stock
1/2 cup (measured, plus more for brushing)
parchment paper
as needed (for lining baking sheets)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of wheat germ, 1/4 cup of brewer's yeast, and 1 teaspoon of salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, add 1.5 tablespoons of canola oil. Gradually add in the 1/2 cup of low-sodium chicken stock in three parts, alternating with the flour mixture. Start and end with the chicken stock. Mix until the dough is well combined and slightly sticky.
4
Lightly flour your countertop and roll out the dough to about 3/8-inch thickness. Use your cookie cutter to shape the biscuits according to your dog's size. Optionally, you can use a wet toothpick to spell out your dog’s name on some of the biscuits for a special touch.
5
Carefully place the shaped biscuits onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove the baking sheets, brush the biscuits with additional chicken stock, rotate the sheets, and return them to the oven for another 10 minutes.
6
Once the second baking time is complete, turn off the oven. Let the biscuits sit in the warm oven to dry completely, which will take about 1.5 hours.
7
Once dried, store the biscuits in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks to keep them fresh.
Nutrition Information
0.5g
Fat
3g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crunchy All-Natural Dog Treats?
They are homemade dog biscuits made from nutritious ingredients like flour, wheat germ, and chicken stock.
Who inspired this dog treat recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a classic recipe from Martha Stewart.
How many biscuits does one batch yield?
Each batch yields approximately five dozen, or 60 biscuits.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How much all-purpose flour is required?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
Does this recipe include wheat germ?
Yes, the recipe requires 1/4 cup of wheat germ.
How much brewer's yeast is needed?
You will need 1/4 cup of brewer's yeast.
What type of oil is used in the treats?
The recipe uses 1.5 tablespoons of canola oil.
What kind of chicken stock should I use?
It is recommended to use 1/2 cup of low-sodium canned chicken stock.
How do I prepare the baking sheets?
Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
How should the dry ingredients be mixed?
Whisk together the flour, wheat germ, brewer's yeast, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined.
What is the technique for adding the chicken stock?
Gradually add the chicken stock in three parts, alternating with the flour mixture, starting and ending with the stock.
What should the dough consistency be?
The dough should be well combined and slightly sticky.
How thick should the dough be rolled out?
Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 3/8-inch.
Can I use cookie cutters for these treats?
Yes, you can use dog-shaped cookie cutters to shape the biscuits.
How can I personalize these dog treats?
You can use a wet toothpick to spell out your dog's name on the biscuits before baking.
How long is the initial baking time?
The biscuits bake for an initial 10 minutes.
What should I do after the first 10 minutes of baking?
Remove the sheets, brush the biscuits with extra chicken stock, and rotate the sheets.
How long is the second baking period?
The biscuits bake for an additional 10 minutes after being rotated.
How do the treats become crunchy?
After baking, turn off the oven and let the biscuits sit inside to dry completely.
How long should the treats dry in the oven?
They should dry in the warm oven for about 1.5 hours.
How should the finished treats be stored?
Store the biscuits in an airtight container.
How long do the dog treats stay fresh?
They will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks when stored properly.
How many calories are in one dog treat?
Each biscuit contains approximately 25 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 0.5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each biscuit?
There are 3g of carbohydrates per treat.
How much protein is in each dog treat?
Each treat provides 1g of protein.
How much salt is included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of salt.
Are these dog treats considered healthy?
Yes, they are made with wholesome ingredients like wheat germ and low-sodium stock.
What is the total ingredient count?
The recipe consists of 7 total ingredients including the parchment paper.