Ben and I just returned from visiting my family in Michigan. My sister was also visiting from Colorado with her two dogs (golden retrievers) which made for three dogs in the house all weekend when counting my parents little Shih Tzu. But, this was my first time meeting my sister's dogs, so I wanted to be a favorite "aunt" and make a good first impression on them. 🙂 How was I going to do that? How about making them some yummy treats!?
If you remember, I made Dog Treats a few months ago and sent them to my sister's dog along with the other dogs in my family. It seems we are the only ones from both sides of our families who do not own a dog, so I love the opportunity to make dog treats for friends and families.
I searched the Internet and chose a recipe with the least amount of ingredients so I wouldn't have to run to the store. To make it a little more fun, I shaped them into pretzels. Next time, I'll make them about half the size, as they didn't harden up as much as I wanted and were just a little too big for one helping.
Peanut Butter Doggy Pretzels
2 cups Whole Wheat Flour
1 cup Peanut Butter
1 cup Milk
1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease 2 cookie sheets.
In one bowl, combine dry ingredients. In another bowl, combine milk and peanut butter. Mix dry ingredients into the wet, making sure to mix completely.
Shape the treats how you like. I took a little handful then rolled it and twisted it into a pretzel shape. My tip (if you do this) is to press hard when rolling, or the lack of force will make the dough crumble and separate.
The treats do not expand much so you only need to leave about ½ inch between them. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Store in an airtight container.
Adapted from: About a Bit of Everything
Anonymous says
I think any type of flour can be used. I prefer organic flour. I make and sell treats and use organic flour also i make rice flour and apple flour.
Katie says
Hi, iust womdering...do you have to use whole weat flour?
Terri says
I am wondering the same thing. Has anyone tried using all purpose flour?
Joanne says
Hi,
Cute recipe. I want to make these for a puppy Christmas present. Just wondering how long you think that they will keep?
Cheers,
Jo
Nikki says
Hi Joanne,
I'm not really sure, but I would say about 2 weeks unless you store some in the freezer, then they can last a lot longer. These are pretty dry treats that will last longer than wetter treats. 🙂
Hope this helps!
Nikki
Sue Gladd says
You'll have to make some for our two critters.
joelen says
What great doggie treats and I'm sure any dog will love them!
Kerstin says
Aww, how cute! I bet the doggies gobble them up with all that peanut butter in there!
culinarycory says
Way cute idea for dogs. I'm going to have to try these for my Wheaten Terrier Sophie.
ash says
cute! i love making dog treats!
brannyboilsover says
So cute! I might make these in addition to traditional pretzels for humans that I am making for a pet-event!