Difficulty: Medium
Makes: 6 sticks
Ingredients: 6

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken or beef broth
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional)

Directions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and rolled oats.
  • Add the shredded cheddar cheese, applesauce, and chicken or beef broth to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
  • If the dough is too dry, you can add a little more broth or water to reach the desired consistency.
  • Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.
  • Roll each portion into a stick shape, approximately 6 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
  • Place the sticks onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sticks are golden brown and firm to the touch.
  • Once baked, remove the sticks from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, coat honey over the sticks with a brush utensil 

Notes: 
These savory Cheese Crunch Sticks are a delicious and healthy treat for your pup, perfect for satisfying their cravings for something savory. The chicken broth gives your dog the same sense of getting a store-bought treat. Enjoy! 

Nutrition Tip: 
Cheddar Cheese is a great source of calcium, protein, potassium, and zinc (in moderation of course).