Dog-Friendly Candy Cane Twists

Looking for a fun and festive Christmas dog treat that’s actually healthy? These dog-friendly candy cane twists are naturally coloured, low in fat, and made with simple, gentle ingredients like oat flour, Greek yoghurt, and beetroot powder.

Unlike many Christmas treats for dogs, this recipe contains no peppermint oils, artificial colours, or added sugars, making it suitable for most dogs with sensitive stomachs. Perfect for holiday gifting, training rewards, or popping into your dog's Christmas stocking!

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Dog-Friendly Candy Cane Treats

Yield: 10-12

Author: The Canine Dietitian

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 16 MinTotal time: 26 Min

Make festive, dog-friendly candy cane treats using natural colours and simple ingredients. Low-fat, gentle on tummies, and perfect for Christmas gifting.

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Ingredients

• White Dough
• 120g (1 cup) oat flour*
• 1 medium egg
• 2 tbsp plain Greek yoghurt (unsweetened)
• 1 tsp coconut oil (optional for texture)
• Red Dough
• 120g (1 cup) oat flour*
• 1 medium egg
• 2 tbsp plain Greek yoghurt
• 1–2 tsp beetroot powder OR 1 tbsp freeze-dried strawberry powder

Instructions

1. White Dough
2. 120g (1 cup) oat flour*
3. 1 medium egg
4. 2 tbsp plain Greek yoghurt (unsweetened)
5. 1 tsp coconut oil (optional for texture)
6. Red Dough
7. 120g (1 cup) oat flour*
8. 1 medium egg
9. 2 tbsp plain Greek yoghurt
10. 1–2 tsp beetroot powder OR 1 tbsp freeze-dried strawberry powder

Nutrition Facts

Calories

129

Calories are per candy Cane

Suitable for:

• Most adult dogs

• Senior dogs with good chewing ability

• Dogs needing low-fat treats

• Sensitive tummies (oats + yoghurt are gentle)

Avoid if:

• Your dog has dairy intolerance

• On a strict pancreatitis recovery diet

• Allergic to oats or eggs

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

For longer storage, freeze up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.

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