Butternut squash dog treats

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F / 177°C / Gas Mark 4

Step 2

Peel, seed and chop butternut squash. Place on baking sheet, cover with foil and roast for 30 - 40 minutes until very tender. Set aside to cool to room temp.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl - whisk eggs, then add banana and cooked butternut squash.

Step 4

Using a potato masher, break up banana and squash until mixture is uniform, with no large pieces remaining.

Step 5

Sprinkle in whole wheat flour and stir to combine. Use your hands to incorporate remaining flour and form dough into a ball. (Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes if necessary)

Step 6

Flour your work surface and a rolling pin. Roll dough out to 1/8" thickness. Use 2 inch cookie cutter to cut shapes out of dough.

Step 7

Place treats on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 18 - 20 minutes.

Step 8

Cool completely before giving to your dog.