Beef Dog Treats
If your pup loves meaty snacks, these homemade beef dog treats will be a hit. Made with just 3 ingredients, this recipe yields crunchy, protein-packed biscuits that are perfect for rewarding good behavior or simply showing your furry friend a little extra love. Lean ground beef is the star ingredient, making these great treats nutritious and delicious while still easy to whip up at home.
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Why Your Dog Will Love This Recipe
Your pup won’t be able to resist these meaty bites. Lean ground beef gives the treats a rich, savory flavor dogs naturally crave, and the egg adds extra protein for strength and energy.
Rice flour keeps them gentle on sensitive stomachs, making them a great option even for pups with grain sensitivities. Best of all, that crunchy texture is satisfying to chew and helps keep teeth cleaner.
Why You’ll Love Making This Recipe
These homemade beef dog treats come together fast, they’re budget-friendly, and they use simple ingredients you probably already have. The recipe is easy to customize in size and shape, so you can whip up tiny training bites or bigger biscuits for big chewers. Plus, baking them at home fills the kitchen with a savory aroma your dog will wait for. With just a little effort, you’ll end up with a batch of healthy, homemade treats your pup will adore.
Ingredients
Just 3 ingredients make these easy homemade dog treats.
- Lean ground beef – provides protein and a savory flavor dogs adore.
- Egg – helps bind the dough and adds extra protein and nutrients.
- Rice flour – a gentle, gluten-free flour that’s easy on canine tummies. Can be substituted with other dog friendly flours.
- Water – keeps the dough moist and workable.
How To Make Beef Dog Treats
An easy homemade dog treat.
Mix the ingredients into a dough.
Form into shapes or cut into small squares.
Bake until firm.
Give as a treat.
Recipe Tips
- If the dough feels too dry, add a little extra water, one tablespoon at a time.
- For crunchier treats, turn off the oven after baking and let the biscuits sit inside as the oven cools.
- You can make smaller bite-sized versions for training treats.
Storage
Refrigerator: Keep in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks for extra freshness.
Freezer: Freeze in a zip-top bag or airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
How Many Treats Does This Recipe Make?
The number of treats depends on the size of your cookie cutter (or how thick you roll the dough). With ½ lb of beef, 2 cups rice flour, and 1 cup water, you’ll have a fairly generous dough.
- Using a small 1-inch cookie cutter → about 40–50 treats
- Using a medium 2-inch cutter → about 20–25 treats
- Using a large 3-inch cutter → about 12–15 treats
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Ingredients
- 1/2 lb lean ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the lean ground beef and egg. Mix well.
- Add the flour and work into almost a breadcrumb like mixture.
- Pour in the water and work the mixture into a dough.
- Roll out dough to about ¼-inch thick on a floured surface and cut into shapes with a cookie cutter or slice into squares.
- Or scoop the mixture into small balls and press down to make a circular shape snack.
- Place treats on the baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, until firm and golden.
- Cool completely before serving.
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Nutrition
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