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Candy Cane Dog Treats
Festive, cranberry-based biscuits that are naturally tart and high in vitamin C. These simple treats use oat flour for a firm crunch.
Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 14 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 2 cups oat flour
- 1 cup cranberries, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup apple sauce
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the oat flour and apple sauce in a food processor and blend.
- Remove half of the mixture and set aside. If it feels too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until you achieve a firm but pliable consistency.
- Add the cranberries and blitz until smooth. If the dough feels too wet, add more oat flour.
- Take small pieces of each dough and roll them into thin ropes, about 4-5 inches long.
- Gently twist one plain rope with one cranberry-colored rope to create a striped effect.
- Curve one end to form a candy cane shape and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes, or until they are firm and lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before serving to your dog.
Substitutions
- Use raspberries instead of cranberries.
- Replace applesauce with mashed banana.
- Whole wheat flour can replace oat flour.
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your dog's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
2 small treats per day
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 small treat per day |
| 15 kg | 2 small treats per day |
| 30 kg | 3 small treats per day |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
1907 kcal
Per treat
136 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~160% of the daily treat budget136 / 85 kcal
One serving is above the 10% daily treat allowance for a 15kg dog. Cut the portion or treat as an occasional reward only.
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Store in an airtight container for 1 week or freeze for 2 months.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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