Tuesday’s Treat Nutty Bacon Treats

Tuesday’s Treat: Nutty Bacon Treats

Welcome to Tuesday Treat Day.  Today we are excited to feature a pawesome treat that your dog will absolutely love: Nutty Bacon Treats.  Be sure to share this recipe and let us know what you think of it!

Ingredients

  • 3 slices of bacon, diced
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup wheat germ

Steps

  • Pre-heat oven to 300 degrees and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Fry bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the fat (keep the fat).
  • Add egg, peanut butter, maple syrup and water to the bacon fat and mix thoroughly.
  • Add in whole wheat flour and wheat germ. Stir in the crispy bacon pieces.
  • Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4” thick. Use cookie cutters to create fun and interesting dog bones or shapes.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Allow the treats to cool. Enjoy!