These little cheese balls are a real crowd-pleaser. Most dogs are obsessed with cheese, and when you roll it up with oats and a bit of egg, you get a protein-packed snack that's easy to make in big batches. They're perfect for carrying in your pocket on walks or using as a high-value training reward. Just keep them small β they're meant to be a snack, not a meal.
At a Glance
| β± Prep Time | 10 minutes |
| π₯ Cook Time | 12-15 minutes |
| π½ Makes | About 30 mini balls |
| π Suitable For | All dogs (skip for dairy-sensitive dogs) |
π₯ Ingredients
- Β½ cup rolled oats
- Β½ cup cheese (grated β cheddar works well)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180Β°C (350Β°F).
- Blitz oats in a blender to make a rough flour.
- Mix oat flour, grated cheese, egg, and melted coconut oil.
- Roll into small balls (about 1cm diameter).
- Place on a lined baking tray.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and firm.
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
π Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Freeze for up to 3 months.
π Nutrition Notes
Cheese provides protein and calcium. Oats offer fibre and slow-release energy. Eggs add high-quality protein and essential amino acids. These are higher in calories, so use sparingly.
π‘ Tips
- Use a strong-flavoured cheese β dogs love the smell
- Keep them tiny for training use
- Can substitute oats with rice flour for grain-free version
- Don't overfeed β cheese is calorie-dense
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