Almond flour brings a rich, slightly nutty flavour that dogs find irresistible, and it's naturally grain-free and full of healthy fats. Combined with banana for natural sweetness and binding, these cookies are a wholesome treat for dogs avoiding grains.
At a Glance
| β± Prep | 10 minutes |
| π₯ Cook | 22 minutes |
| π½ Makes | About 20 cookies |
| π For | All dogs over 6 months |
π₯ Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour (also called almond meal)
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170Β°C (340Β°F).
- Mash banana thoroughly until smooth.
- Mix in beaten egg and melted coconut oil.
- Add almond flour and cinnamon, stirring until combined.
- The dough will be softer than regular cookie dough β that's normal.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto a lined baking tray.
- Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden and firm.
- Cool completely on the tray β they firm up as they cool.
π Storage
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Freeze for up to 3 months.
π Nutrition Notes
Almond flour is rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and healthy monounsaturated fats. It's higher in protein and lower in carbs than grain flours. Bananas add potassium, B6, and natural prebiotics.
π‘ Tips
- Almond flour is safe for dogs but shouldn't be their primary food
- These are richer than grain-based treats β use smaller portions
- Riper bananas make sweeter, more fragrant cookies
- Don't confuse almond flour with almond extract β extract is too concentrated
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