Looking for a fun homemade Halloween dog treat recipe similar to the milk bones that you buy in the store?
Our bone-shaped dog biscuits aren’t just great for the spooktacular holiday season, it’s the perfect treat any time of the year.
The best part? It costs less than $0.50 a batch to make!
Your pup will love the satisfying crunch, and it’s a whole lot cheaper to make your own at home. Plus, with this basic recipe and an arsenal of seasonal cookie cutters, you can change the shape for every holiday!
Homemade Halloween Dog Treat Recipe: Bone Shaped Milky Biscuits
For our pups with allergies, I’m going to have to say that this one isn’t hypoallergenic, mostly because of the whole wheat flour. You could try making it with coconut flour if you want to give it a whirl.
The powdered milk can cause issues for pups with dairy issues, though. Since it’s a milk bone, I can’t really think of a good alternative for that. If you know of one, please let us know in the comments.
Let’s check out this Halloween dog treat recipe, shall we?
As usual, don’t forget to print the recipe card and watch the video tutorial for detailed instructions.
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Ingredients:
How to make it:
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
- Combine the hot water and the butter or margarine together in a large bowl. Mix in the egg, powdered milk and salt.
- Slowly add the flour, about a half a cup at a time and stirring as you go.
- Knead the mixture until you form a stiff dough.
- Roll it out on a floured surface so that it is about 1/2 inch thick.
- Using your bone-shaped cookie cutter
, cut the dough into bone shapes and transfer them to your lightly greased cookie sheet
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- Bake for about 50 minutes.
Watch the video tutorial for detailed instructions:
Cool completely before serving. They should be nice and hard, like a crunchy biscuit. Store in an airtight container.
Ingredient Swaps and Add-ins
Ingredient Swaps:
- Flour: If your dog has a wheat allergy, consider swapping out the standard flour for rice flour, oat flour, or almond flour.
- Milk Bone: For dogs with sensitivities, opt for grain-free or hypoallergenic dog biscuits. You can also use small pieces of dehydrated sweet potatoes as a healthier alternative.
- Peanut Butter: Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter if your dog is allergic to peanuts. Ensure any nut butter used is free of xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
Add-ins:
- Pumpkin Puree: Add a tablespoon of pumpkin puree to the dough for a boost of fiber and nutrients.
- Carrots: Finely grated carrots add a touch of sweetness and a satisfying crunch.
- Cinnamon: A pinch of cinnamon can add flavor and has anti-inflammatory properties. Be careful with the amount, as too much can be harmful.
These swaps and add-ins allow you to customize the treats based on your dog’s dietary needs and preferences, making them both fun and functional for your furry friend.
Print this homemade Milk Bone alternative for later
Super easy, right? And SO much cheaper than a box of biscuits from the store! I love making treats for my dog.
I’m also going to make him some of our yummy hypoallergenic Halloween treats too! Aren’t they cute?
What do you think? What are your favorite homemade Halloween dog treats to make? Do you get really fancy or just go with simple bone shapes? Share in the comments!
