Coconut oil has natural antibacterial properties that help fight the bacteria responsible for plaque and bad breath. Combined with turmeric's anti-inflammatory benefits, these crunchy treats support oral health from the inside out while the hard texture provides mechanical cleaning.
At a Glance
| β± Prep | 10 minutes |
| π₯ Cook | 30 minutes |
| π½ Makes | About 25 biscuits |
| π For | All dogs over 6 months |
π₯ Ingredients
- 2 cups rice flour
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil, solid
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (helps turmeric absorption)
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup water
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170Β°C (340Β°F).
- Rub solid coconut oil into rice flour until mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Add turmeric and black pepper, mix well.
- Beat egg and add to mixture.
- Add water gradually, mixing until a firm dough forms.
- Roll out to 1cm thick for maximum crunch.
- Cut into small squares or use cookie cutters.
- Bake for 30 minutes until golden and hard.
- Leave in turned-off oven for 15 minutes to extra-crisp.
π Storage
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks. Keep in a cool, dry place.
π Nutrition Notes
Coconut oil contains lauric acid which has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that help fight oral bacteria. Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory that supports gum health. Black pepper increases turmeric absorption by up to 2000%.
π‘ Tips
- Start with one treat daily and monitor your dog's response to turmeric
- These may temporarily stain light-coloured fur around the mouth β wipe after eating
- The golden colour makes them easy to spot if dropped
- Great paired with regular tooth brushing
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