For many families, baking sugar cookies in fun shapes is a wonderful part of their holiday traditions. From finding the perfect cookie cutter to smelling the cookies baking away in the oven, this is an activity that the whole family can enjoy together. This year, consider including your four-legged friends in on the fun as well with this gluten-free dog biscuit recipe!

Be sure to read last week’s post, where we make Crispy Harvest Dog Biscuits! Are you looking for more great ideas? Check out the book Doggy Desserts, which offers 125 different delicious recipes for your canine companions.

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Dog Cookies

Dig out your favorite cookie cutters for these fun cut-out dog treats that are perfect for any season. They also contain pumpkin puree and flax seeds, both of which have fantastic health benefits for your dog!

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups brown rice flour
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
• 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree (be sure that it has no additives)
• 1/4 cup cold water (or enough needed to make the dough stick)

Directions

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit. 
2. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper (these cookies can be a bit sticky).
3. Combine the dry ingredients, brown rice flour and flax meal, in a large bowl. 
4. Mix the eggs and pumpkin together in a smaller bowl until smooth and well incorporated.
5. Gradually add the pumpkin mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring thoroughly to combine after each addition. Add water slowly, as needed.
6. Use your hands to knead the mixture together.
7. Dust your counter and rolling pin with brown rice flour. Roll the dough out to the desired thickness of the cookies (about 1/4″ thick). 
8. Cut cookies using a knife or cookie cutter.
9. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets. 
10. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the tops of the cookies have dried out completely. 
11. Cool the cookies on wire racks, then store them in an airtight container.

Baking dog treats is a fun way to spend time with your family! However, if you prefer not to bake, we also offer a full selection of healthy dog treats that will delight even the fussiest dogs in your life.