Unleash more holiday cheer for your bestest friend with this fun gingerbread men dog treat recipe. Tails will wag in anticipation as the aroma of cinnamon and ginger fills the air. Made with wholesome ingredients like oat flour, pumpkin puree, molasses and a dash of Christmas magic, these cookies are sure to be a howliday hit. And don’t forget the finishing touch – a honey-tinged icing that dries hard for a festive flair that’s as sweet as your pup’s smile. Be sure to leave a few out for Santa’s reindeer crew!
Gingerbread Men Dog Treats with Icing
Ingredients
Gingerbread treats
- 1-1/4 cups oat flour
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie mix
- 3 Tbsp. flaxseed meal
- 1-1/2 Tbsp. blackstrap molasses
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. ginger
Icing
- 4 tsp. water
- 1 tsp. honey filtered, not raw
- 1 tsp. coconut oil
- 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
- 1/8 tsp. xanthan gum
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
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In medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients.
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Add wet ingredients and combine until dough comes together.
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Wrap dough in plastic wrap and let rest 5 minutes.
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Unwrap and knead 3-4 times.
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Roll dough to ¼-inch thick.
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Using 3-inch cookie cutter, cut shapes and place on lined cookie sheet.
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Bake 25-30 minutes or until treats look very dry and bottoms are browned. (Note: For softer treats, bake for less time.)
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Transfer to wire rack and cool completely.
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In small bowl, combine 4 teaspoons water, coconut oil and honey for icing.
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Microwave for 10-20 seconds or until coconut oil is soft. Whisk to melt oil and combine ingredients.
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Sprinkle cornstarch over wet ingredients, one tablespoon at a time, and whisk to combine thoroughly. (Note: There should be no lumps.)
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Sprinkle xanthan gum over mixture and whisk to thicken into a pipeable consistency. If too thick, add drops of water until desired consistency.
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Spoon icing into piping bag or similar for decorating. Allow icing to harden. (Note: Refrigerate leftover icing. To use icing again, let sit out until at room temperature.)
Recipe Notes
Shelf-life & Storage
Crunchy: Store in airtight container in cool, dry place. These treats will last 2-3 weeks. Refrigerate for longer shelf-life.
Soft: Store in airtight container in refrigerator. These can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
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