Peanut Butter Coconut Oil Dog Treats

Submitted by Bonnie G #2

"From 12 Tomatoes site, a special treat for your pup. Coconut oil is great for your pets as well! Here, we use it because it improves overall skin and coat health. Size depends on your ice cube tray, cook time is freezer time"

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 3
• Yields: 12 treats
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 1 cup natural-style peanut butter
• 1 cup pure unprocessed coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

directions

1. If your coconut oil is not already liquid, place it in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat and cook until melted.
2. Add in peanut butter and cinnamon and stir until mixture is completely smooth and incorporated. Note: mixture should be thick, but pourable.
3. Pour mixture into silicone ice cube trays and refrigerate or freeze until set.
4. Pop dog treats out and serve them to your pup! (Store in an air-tight container and keep in refrigerator.) *For exact coconut oil measurements, we use 1 teaspoon per 10 pounds dog’s body weight, or 1 tablespoon per 30 pounds.
5. **Start with about 1/4 dose of coconut oil and gradually increase over the course of several weeks so your pup can get acclimated.