These extra-crunchy biscuits are designed to scrape plaque off your dog's teeth while they chew. Parsley and mint are natural breath fresheners, and the hard texture helps massage gums and reduce tartar buildup. A treat that cleans while it rewards!
At a Glance
| β± Prep | 15 minutes |
| π₯ Cook | 35 minutes |
| π½ Makes | About 30 biscuits |
| π For | All dogs over 4 months |
π₯ Ingredients
- 2 cups wholemeal flour
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup water
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Preheat oven to 160Β°C (320Β°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Mix wholemeal flour, chopped parsley, and mint in a large bowl.
- Whisk egg with melted coconut oil, then add to dry ingredients.
- Add water gradually, mixing until a stiff dough forms.
- Roll out to about 8mm thick β the thickness helps create a crunchy texture for dental cleaning.
- Cut into bone shapes or rectangles and place on tray.
- Bake for 35 minutes until very hard and golden.
- Turn oven off and leave biscuits inside for another 20 minutes to extra-harden.
π Storage
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks. The drier they are, the better for dental cleaning.
π Nutrition Notes
Parsley contains vitamins A, C, and K plus chlorophyll which naturally freshens breath. Mint has antibacterial properties that help reduce oral bacteria. The hard texture provides mechanical cleaning action on teeth.
π‘ Tips
- Make them extra thick for larger dogs who need more chewing time
- Break in half for smaller dogs
- The harder the biscuit, the better the cleaning action
- Great as an after-dinner dental treat
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