I love making treats for my dogs, and these oat and apple dog pretzels are no exception. They’re super simple to make with just 4 ingredients, and the pretzel shape is ridiculously cute! I first made these treats for my soul dog, Scout, and I still love making them for my current pups, Mabel and Daisy. Every dog deserves treats made with love!

dog snout sniffing dog treats on a pan

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When I first started my cooking journey, I got really into reading the ingredients on everything. I was honestly so shocked at what was in the treats I was buying for Scout, and I got right to work developing some quick and easy homemade dog treats. These oat and apple dog pretzels are so simple to make with just 4 ingredients, and I know exactly what I’m giving to my fur babies. They’re healthy with no added fat or sugar– a perfect treat for pups!

What’s in This Dog Pretzel Recipe?

  • Egg: Helps bind the treats together. I like free-range eggs best.
  • Unsweetened Applesauce: Adds moisture to the treats. It’s super important to look for an applesauce with just one ingredient– apples! We don’t want any sugar or cinnamon here.
  • Oat Flour: Helps give the treats structure.
  • Rolled Oats: Add texture and fiber to the treats.
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Tips for Success

  • These pretzels are a treat and are not meant to replace your dogs’ meals.
  • Allow the treats to fully cool before giving them to your furry friend.
  • I use gluten-free flour and oats. Just like humans, dogs can be sensitive to gluten, so I like to err on the side of caution.

How to Store

These oat and apple dog pretzels will keep well for up to 2 weeks. Let them cool completely and keep them stored at room temperature in an airtight container to keep them fresh. Preferably place them in a high cupboard where inquisitive noses can’t reach!

stack of pretzels in jar

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“Made these for my dog, she loved them!” -Unknown

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Oat and Apple Dog Pretzels Recipe

4.61 from 83 votes
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Servings: 15 treats
Author: Becky Hardin
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These oat and apple dog pretzels are super simple to make with just 4 ingredients, and the pretzel shape is ridiculously cute!
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Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 1 large egg 50 grams
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 250 grams
  • 2 cups gluten-free oat flour 240 grams
  • ¾ cup gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats 75 grams

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Using a hand whisk, beat the egg and set it aside.
    1 large egg
  • Combine the applesauce, oat flour, and rolled oats in a large bowl. Pour all but 1 tablespoon of the egg over the mixture and set aside the remaining 1 tablespoon of egg.
    1 cup unsweetened applesauce, 2 cups gluten-free oat flour, ¾ cup gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats
  • Using a wooden spoon, stir the mixture until a dough forms. The dough should be tacky but not overly sticky. Add a bit more or less flour if necessary.
  • Take a 2-tablespoon-sized piece of dough (approximate) and roll it into a tube. It should be about 10 inches long and about the width of a pencil.
  • Take each tube and make into a U shape, then twist the ends together and fold back to the top. This makes the pretzel shape. Pinch the ends in to make sure they’re secure.
  • Place the pretzels onto the baking tray. Brush the top of each pretzel with the remaining egg.
  • Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, until they're slightly browned and become crispy. The pretzels should be pretty hard, just like pups love them!
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool before serving.

Becky’s Tips

Recipe inspired by Pretty Fluffy.
Storage: Store oat and apple dog pretzels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Serving: 1treatCalories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 8mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 21IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Anjanette Ramirez
Anjanette Ramirez
February 7, 2019 1:58 pm

How long do the treats stay good for room temp and how long can be frozen

Deb
Deb
January 2, 2019 9:29 am

Would be LOVELY if I could read the recipe (or what I’m typing, for that matter) The background is far too dark and I can’t make out a darn thing…

Vanessa
Vanessa
October 24, 2018 2:19 pm

Thanks for sharing! Do you use this base for any other dog treat recipes?

Karen
Karen
April 15, 2018 2:12 pm

Theese doggie pretzels were great! I hope to make them again sometime! 5 out of 5 stars5 stars

Linda S
Linda S
January 6, 2018 9:26 pm

What kind of applesauce did you use?

Sondra
Sondra
October 25, 2017 9:19 am

Pretzels for dogs?? So cute! I love your dog’s face on all the pictures. What a love bug he is. I will have fun making these for my dogs . Hope to get as cute of pictures of them waiting for the treat as you did.

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situs judi togel
September 26, 2017 1:51 am

Unfortunately my dog only eat meat

Allison
Allison
May 22, 2017 4:11 am

I tried making this and gave it to my Labrador, he was all over it like a mad man lol.

Tladen
Tladen
March 17, 2017 8:55 am

Great pictures and recipe. FYI- we used coconut flour rather than oat flour and the mixture was very crumbly. We could not form it in to a rope for the pretzel shape. We improvised and used cookie cutters but baked texture was not ideal.

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January 11, 2017 3:55 am

Aww he looks like my sugar bear….