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Homemade Apple Crisp Cracker Dog Treats

These homemade apple crisp cracker dog treats are thin, crunchy, and easy to make with simple ingredients. They have a light apple flavor and bake into crisp little crackers that are easy to break into smaller pieces for dogs of different sizes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 30 small crackers
Course: Dog Treats
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 | medium | apple | I remove the core seeds, and stem before grating
  • 1 | | egg | Helps bind the cracker dough
  • 1 1/2 | cups | whole wheat flour | Creates a sturdy dough that becomes crisp when baked
  • 2 | tablespoons | unsweetened applesauce | Adds moisture and extra apple flavor
  • 1 | tablespoon | water | Add gradually only if the dough is too dry

Equipment

  • 1 | Mixing bowl | For combining the ingredients1 | Fork | For mixing the apple and wet ingredients1 | Rolling pin | For rolling the dough thin1 | Baking sheet | For baking the crackers1 | Parchment paper | Helps prevent the crackers from sticking1 | Small cookie cutter | For cutting the dough into small treats

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash the apple thoroughly. Remove the stem, core, and seeds, then finely grate the apple.
  3. Place the grated apple in a mixing bowl and add the egg and unsweetened applesauce. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
  4. Gradually add the whole wheat flour and mix until a firm dough forms.
  5. Add the water a little at a time if the dough feels too dry. Avoid adding too much because a wet dough will take longer to become crisp.
  6. Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it as thin as possible, ideally around 1/8 inch thick.
  7. Use a small cookie cutter to cut the dough into crackers. You can also use a pizza cutter or knife to create small square pieces.
  8. Transfer the crackers to the prepared baking sheet. Leave a little space between them.
  9. Bake for approximately 20 to 25 minutes, turning the crackers halfway through so they bake evenly.
  10. Continue baking until the crackers are firm and crisp around the edges.
  11. Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely. They will become firmer as they cool.
Recipe Notes
  1. Apple Safety: Always remove the apple seeds, stem, and core before preparing apples for dogs. The seeds and core should not be included in the treats.
  2. Crispness Tip: Rolling the dough thin is the key to getting a cracker like texture. Thicker pieces will stay softer in the center.
  3. Storage: Let the crackers cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. Refrigerate and use within about a week, or freeze them for longer storage.
  4. Common Mistake to Avoid: Do not add cinnamon, sugar, nutmeg, raisins, or apple pie filling. Plain apple provides enough flavor for these homemade treats.
  5. Serving: Break the crackers into smaller pieces for small dogs and use them as an occasional treat alongside a complete and balanced diet.
  6. Make Ahead Tip: Once completely cooled, these crackers can be frozen in a freezer safe container and thawed as needed.