Description
These easy, homemade chews are a healthy treat for your dog! Made with just carrots, pumpkin puree, and olive oil, they are baked to a chewy texture that your furry friend will love. These chews are perfect for rewarding your dog with something nutritious and natural.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large carrots
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Prepare Carrots: Peel the carrots and slice them lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick.
- Coat Carrots: In a bowl, mix the carrot strips with the pumpkin puree and olive oil until they are evenly coated.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated carrot strips in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the carrots for 2-3 hours, flipping halfway, until the carrots are dried and chewy.
- Cool: Allow the carrot chews to cool completely before serving to your dog.
Notes
- Store the chews in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- You can also dehydrate the chews for longer storage.
- Ensure the pumpkin puree is unsweetened and does not contain added spices or sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pet Treats
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chew (approx.)
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg