Cosmos Reindeer Cookie Dog Treats

Your pooch will appreciate these hearty homemade treats, which also make a great gift for all the pet-owners in your life.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 46 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup canned pumpkin
• ¼ cup honey
• 1 ¼ cups rolled oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• ⅓ cup wheat germ
• 1 cup natural apple juice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Combine apple juice, pumpkin, honey and oil in the pan, bring to a simmer. Remove from heat. Stir in oats and wheat germ. Allow mixture to cool slightly. Stir in whole wheat flour and cinnamon. Stir in the all-purpose flour. Divide dough in half.

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, roll half the dough at a time into a 10x10-inch square. Using a pastry wheel or knife, cut dough into 2-inch squares. Place squares close together on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 3

Bake on separate oven racks for 45 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through baking. Turn oven off; let dry overnight. Transfer treats to two 1-quart containers. Store in the refrigerator.