Recipe: Dog Bone Biscuits
Description: I stumbled upon this delightful recipe in a children’s craft book years ago, and it quickly became a beloved activity for my kids, who loved making these treats almost as much as our dogs loved devouring them. These homemade dog bone biscuits are not only a tasty snack for your furry friends but also a fun project for the whole family to enjoy together.
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Servings: 36 biscuits
- Yield: 36 biscuits
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 48.5
- Fat Content: 1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 18.3mg
- Sodium Content: 64.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.2g
- Fiber Content: 1.3g
- Sugar Content: 0.4g
- Protein Content: 2.4g
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 3 cups powdered milk
- 3 beef bouillon cubes
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup wheat flour
- 3 cups wheat germ
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Beat eggs slightly in a large mixing bowl.
- Stir in powdered milk, beef bouillon cubes, Worcestershire sauce, and wheat germ, combining until well mixed.
- Gradually add wheat flour to the mixture, working it into a stiff, crumbly dough with your hands.
- Divide the dough into two balls, ensuring they’re evenly sized.
- Take each ball and divide it into 12 pieces. Pat each piece into a 3-inch rectangle, about half an inch thick, on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Using a knife, trim each rectangle into the shape of a dog bone, ensuring they’re recognizable and appealing to your furry friends.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- After the initial bake, turn over each biscuit and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and crisp.
- Once baked to perfection, remove from the oven and allow the biscuits to cool completely before serving to your eager pups.
These homemade dog bone biscuits are not only healthier alternatives to store-bought treats, but they also allow you to customize the ingredients to suit your dog’s preferences and dietary needs. Packed with wholesome grains and protein-rich ingredients, they’re sure to be a hit with your furry companions. Whether as a reward for good behavior or just a tasty snack, these biscuits are guaranteed to have tails wagging in anticipation! 🐾
