Simple baked dog treats made with cooked quinoa and fresh blueberries. Easy to mix and bake in one bowl.
Safety first: Offer a small taste the first time and watch your dog for any tummy upset before serving more.
Foods to avoid
Do not use peanut butter that contains xylitol or other artificial sweeteners.
Ingredients
Instructions
Cook and cool quinoa: Measure one cup of already cooked and fully cooled quinoa into the mixing bowl. Break up any clumps with a fork so the grains stay loose.
Mash the blueberries: Add the fresh blueberries to the bowl and mash them lightly with the fork until most berries are broken and juices start to release.
Add wet ingredients: Crack in the egg, then spoon in the peanut butter and pour the melted coconut oil. Stir everything together until the mixture looks uniform.
Stir in oat flour: Sprinkle the oat flour over the wet mixture and fold it in with the fork until no dry streaks remain and the dough holds together when pressed.
Scoop and shape the bites: Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion the mixture into rounded bites, spacing them an inch apart.
Bake until set: Place the sheet in a preheated 350 degree oven and bake for 25 minutes. The edges should look lightly golden and the tops feel firm to the touch.
Cool completely: Remove the sheet from the oven and let the bites cool on the parchment for at least 20 minutes before moving them to a storage container.
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Tips & serving
Offer one or two bites as a treat after a walk. Major diet changes should be discussed with a veterinarian.
- Small size makes portioning straightforward
- Bakes in one sheet with minimal cleanup
Storage
Substitutions
Swap oat flour for rice flour if preferred. Use mashed banana in place of peanut butter.
Dogs recipe FAQ
Can Blueberry Quinoa Dog Bites replace my dog's regular diet?
Treat it as an occasional extra, not a meal plan. Offer one or two bites as a treat after a walk. Major diet changes should be discussed with a veterinarian.
Can dogs have quinoa?
This recipe uses quinoa in a small, dog-appropriate amount. Skip it if your dog has a known sensitivity, and read the foods-to-avoid note on this page before serving.
How long does Blueberry Quinoa Dog Bites keep?
Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Freeze extras in a single layer then transfer to a freezer bag for up to two months.
What's the safest way to try this with my dog?
Offer a small amount beside regular food, introduce one new recipe at a time, and watch appetite, stool, skin, and behavior for a day or two.
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