Try this high-calorie dog energy bar recipes made with oats, apple carrots, eggs, peanut butter and more. Ideal as occasional energy-dense snacks for active dogs or dogs who struggle to maintain weight.
Method (oven)
Preheat the oven to 170°C.
Mix the grated apple and carrot in a bowl.
Add the eggs, peanut butter, flaxseed, coconut oil (melted) and cinnamon.
Stir in the oats and desiccated coconut.
Add a little water only if the mixture is too dry.
Press firmly into a lined baking tray.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until firm and lightly golden.
Cool completely before slicing.
Will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days or portion up and freeze for up to 3 months
Ingredients - makes 10 bars
1 medium apple, grated, core and seeds removed
1 medium carrot, grated
120g rolled oats
2 eggs
60g peanut butter or sunflower seed butter
30g ground flaxseed
25g desiccated coconut
20g coconut oil, melted
1 tsp cinnamon, optional
1–2 tbsp water if needed
Important: Peanut butter must be xylitol-free / birch sugar-free.
Always practice good hygiene by washing lick mats, equipment and surfaces with hot soapy water.
Suitable for:
✔ Healthy adult dogs
✖ Not suitable for puppies under 8 months, dogs with Pancreatitis, EPI, Diabetes or IBS issues due to high fat content
