Say CHEESE! 🧀🐶
At my house, one thing is guaranteed to get tails wagging—CHEESE! If my crew even hears the cheese wrapper crinkle, they teleport into the kitchen faster than I can say “treat time!” So when I stumbled across this easy homemade recipe, I knew it was a must-try.
Of course, my little sous chef, Emmy Sue, was more than happy to assist. She’s a hot mess in the kitchen (and everywhere else), but she’s also an excellent taste tester—someone’s gotta do quality control, right?
What Makes These Treats So Pawsome?
These biscuits are not just delicious, they’re packed with goodness! Apples bring natural sweetness (and some healthy nutrients), while cheese adds that irresistible savory flavor dogs go crazy for.
A Few Tips Before You Get Baking:
🐾 Cheese, please! – I use cheddar, but feel free to swap in any dog-safe cheese your pup loves.
🍏 No seeds, no stems! – Peel your apple and remove any seeds; they’re not safe for dogs.
🌾 Flour power – Use wheat flour or switch to almond flour for a grain-free option.
💦 Chewy or crunchy? – Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil for a softer biscuit or bake an extra 5 minutes for a crispy crunch. Keep an eye on them so they don’t turn into charcoal!
🐶 Size matters – I used a set of adorable bone-shaped cookie cutters. If you love them as much as I do, you can grab a set here!
That’s it! Super simple, super tasty, and Emmy Sue-approved. Hope your furry crew loves them as much as mine does—happy baking! 🐾💕
Friendly Reminder:
I may know my way around the treat jar, but I’m not a veterinarian! The recipes I share on The Barking Blogger are made with love and good intentions, but every pup is different. If your dog has allergies, a sensitive tummy, or you just want to be extra sure, give your vet a quick woof before trying out a new treat. After all, a happy, healthy pup is the best kind of pup!
Easy Cheesy Apple Dog Biscuits
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add shredded cheese and finely diced apple. Stir to combine.1/2 cup shredded cheese, 1/2 cup finely diced apple
- Add flour, egg, and olive oil (if you are using) to the apple-cheese mixture. Stir well to form a dough.1 Egg – beaten, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 cup whole wheat flour
- Roll out dough onto lightly floured surface. Cut into biscuits using cookie cutter. No cookie cutter? No Problem! Simply cut them into squares for an easy alternative.
- Place biscuits onto parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy. For less crunchy treats, bake for 15 minutes.
- Allow biscuits to cool completely before giving them to your dog or storing them in an airtight container or bag.
- Treats will last for up to 5 days in the refrigerator or 1 month in the freezer.
Notes
- Always peel, core and remove any seeds from the apple.
- You can use almond flour or whole wheat flour, depending on your dog’s digestive needs.
- For a chewy biscuits add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and reduce bake time to 15 minutes.
- These dog bone cookie cutters are the cutest! You get all three sizes to satisfy any size dog.
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