Cranberries contain compounds that help prevent bacteria from sticking to surfaces — including teeth! Combined with mint for instant freshness and a satisfying crunch, these cookies are a delicious way to support your dog's dental hygiene between brushings.
At a Glance
| ⏱ Prep | 10 minutes |
| 🔥 Cook | 25 minutes |
| 🍽 Makes | About 30 small cookies |
| 🐕 For | All dogs over 4 months |
🥘 Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups oat flour
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup water
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F).
- Combine oat flour, chopped cranberries, and mint in a bowl.
- Beat egg with coconut oil and add to dry mixture.
- Add water gradually until dough comes together.
- Roll out to 6mm thick.
- Cut into small round shapes — about 3cm diameter.
- Place on lined baking trays.
- Bake for 25 minutes until firm and golden.
- Cool completely before serving.
💚 Storage
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. These stay fresh longer when kept dry.
📊 Nutrition Notes
Cranberries contain proanthocyanidins (PACs) which prevent bacteria from adhering to tooth surfaces. Mint provides antibacterial benefits and freshens breath. Oats provide B vitamins and fibre.
💡 Tips
- Use unsweetened dried cranberries only — no added sugar
- Fresh mint works better than dried for breath freshening
- These are great as a post-dinner dental dessert
- Smaller cookies encourage more chewing per treat
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