Welcome back to our festive countdown! Today, letβs indulge in some holiday baking with Pet-Friendly Christmas Cookies. Baking homemade treats is a wonderful way to show love to your pets and keep them included in the holiday festivities.
Day 9: Pet-Friendly Christmas Cookies! πͺπΎ
Recipe for Dog Cookies:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (or a gluten-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (ensure it’s xylitol-free)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- In a bowl, combine the flour, pumpkin, applesauce, peanut butter, and cinnamon until you form a stiff dough.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use holiday-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes like stars, bones, or trees.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving them to your pup.
Recipe for Cat Treats:
Ingredients:
- 1 can of tuna in water, drained
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (or a gluten-free alternative)
- 1 egg
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- In a bowl, mash the tuna with a fork until finely shredded.
- Add the flour and egg, and mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
- Allow the treats to cool before serving them to your kitty.
Baking these pet-friendly Christmas cookies is a fun and festive way to celebrate the holiday season with your furry friends. Share your baking adventures and photos of your pets enjoying their treats using #VroomGroomsChristmas and letβs spread the holiday joy!
Stay tuned for more holiday fun tomorrow! π²β¨π
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