Calming Cookies

These Chamomile & Lemon Balm Cookies are a wholesome, calming treat ideal for helping your dog unwind after a busy day or during stressful situations such as fireworks, vet visits, or travel.
Both chamomile and lemon balm have natural soothing properties that can support calm behaviour and digestion. The dried herbs are gently soaked to release their beneficial oils before being folded into an oat and banana dough for a mild, naturally sweet biscuit that dogs love.

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Calming Cookies

Yield: 24 Small Cookies

Author: The Canine Dietitian

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 25 MinTotal time: 35 Min

Soothe your dog’s nerves naturally with these calming chamomile and lemon balm cookies. Perfect for anxious or excitable dogs, this gentle herbal recipe supports relaxation without additives — made using real dried flowers and whole food ingredients.

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Ingredients

• 1 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
• 1 tbsp dried lemon balm leaves
• 60ml (¼ cup) warm water – for soaking herbs
• 1 ripe banana, mashed (about 100g / ½ cup)
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tbsp (30ml) coconut oil or olive oil, melted and cooled
• 160g (1½ cups) oat flour (you can blend plain oats if needed)
• 1 tbsp honey (optional, skip for diabetic or sensitive dogs)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Soak the herbs: In a small bowl, combine chamomile and lemon balm with warm water. Let steep for 10 minutes, then strain and press gently to remove excess liquid.
3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed banana, egg, and oil.
4. Add herbs: Stir the soaked herbs into the banana mixture.
5. Add dry ingredients: Gradually fold in oat flour until a soft, rollable dough forms.
6. Shape cookies: Roll out to about 1cm thick and cut into small rounds or bone shapes.
7. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden and firm.
8. Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

46

Fat

2 g

Carbs

6 g

Fiber

1 g

Protein

1 g

Calories are per Biscuit

Suitable for:

• Most dogs over 5 months old

This recipe is not suitable for:

• Pregnant or nursing dogs (chamomile may stimulate the uterus).
• Dogs on sedative or thyroid medication (both herbs may interact).
• Dogs with pollen allergies or sensitivity to plants in the Asteraceae family (daisy, ragweed, marigold, etc.).
• Diabetic dogs (omit honey if used).

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