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Apple Recipes with Ginger Treats for Dogs hero shot of finished dish
Maya Thompson

Crafting Apple & Ginger Dog Treats: A Delicious DIY Recipe

These homemade treats combine sweet apples with a gentle touch of ginger—perfect for digestion and a healthy snack your dog will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 treats
Course: Dog Treats
Cuisine: Dog-Friendly
Calories: 35
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 1 large apple peeled, cored, finely grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 –3 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 –3 tbsp water as needed
  • ½ tsp fresh grated ginger OR ¼ tsp ginger powder

Method
 

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. 2. Peel, core, and finely grate the apple; squeeze out excess liquid.
  3. 3. In a bowl, mix flour and oats.
  4. 4. Add grated apple, ginger, applesauce, and egg; stir to form dough.
  5. 5. Add water as needed until dough is soft but not sticky.
  6. 6. Roll dough to ¼ inch thickness; cut into shapes or drop spoonfuls.
  7. 7. Place treats on a lined baking tray, 1 inch apart.
  8. 8. Bake for 18–25 minutes until golden.
  9. 9. Cool completely before serving.

Notes

Never use xylitol—it’s toxic to dogs!
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.