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Have you ever eaten bacon cheeseburger sliders? It’s total comfort food, right? Comfort food is the inspiration behind this recipe for bacon cheese dog treats. Plus, it is the inspiration to name these treats, doggy bacon cheeseburger sliders.
However, I will be honest, these bacon cheese dog treats are not the healthiest! Therefore, I made the effort to increase the nutritional value by adding almond and rice flours.
So, why did I create a dog treat recipe that isn’t high in nutritional value? Well, my fur babies absolutely love cheese and bacon! However, I only give it to them in very small portions and at separate times. Both of these human foods have high fat content.
Nevertheless, I wanted to create a treat that has both products in it. Therefore, they can enjoy the taste of them together. I like serving them bacon cheese dog treats, because they get both products in small portions.
The Bacon and Cheese in Bacon Cheese Dog Treats
So, when it comes to the ingredients in these bacon cheese dog treats, bacon is the guiltiest. To clarify, it is the guiltiest in the unhealthy department. So, let’s talk about bacon. Furthermore, I want to talk about cheese in this post as well.
Can Dogs Eat Bacon?
Of course dogs love bacon! And, there’s nothing about bacon that’s truly unsafe for your dog. In fact, it’s not even named in the ASPCA’s list of people foods to avoid feeding your pets. Furthermore, bacon is an ingredient in an abundance of dog treats and some dog foods.
Bacon is not going to hurt your dog in small amounts. However, bacon is an incredibly rich and fatty food with a high salt content. So, this is where it is guilty of being unhealthy.
Therefore, too much fatty, salty foods can lead to obesity or heart-related diseases. Some dogs are especially sensitive to fatty foods which can prove to be too much for their stomach.
Furthermore, eating a large amount can cause pancreatitis, which can be fatal. If your dog vomits after eating bacon, call your vet and avoid giving bacon in the future.
Bacon is fine for most dogs when given as a small treat. However, as a general rule, it is preferable to give lean proteins like cooked bits of chicken or fish.
Yet, if you want your dog to enjoy bacon, then try the healthier option. For instance, it is healthier to give your dog bacon as an ingredient in treats or food. Consequently, bacon cheese dog treats have a small amount of bacon in them. Plus, you can give these treats in moderation.
Can Dogs Eat Cheese?
The majority of dogs can eat cheese and it is safe for them, but some can’t eat cheese. That is to say, some dogs are lactose intolerant and can’t eat cheese, milk, or dairy products.
It’s important to understand that these dairy products aren’t toxic. However, lactose intolerant dogs, like humans, don’t have the digestive juices necessary to process it.
You will know if your dog is lactose intolerant, because they will have diarrhea and a tummy ache. Be sure to talk to your vet if you feel like your dog is indeed lactose intolerant. Furthermore, if your dog suffers from pancreatitis, then stay away from cheese.
Cheese is also high in calories, so limit the quantity you give your dog. For instance, you want to help keep their waistline from expanding.
These bacon cheese dog treats contain only a small portion of cheese per treat. Therefore, these treats will help you limit the quantity you give your dog.
Now This Is Something To Bark About!!
Let’s Make Bacon Cheese Dog Treats
This yummy bacon cheese dog treats recipe goes by the name, Doggy Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders. After all, dogs deserve sliders as comfort food, too!
Ingredients Needed for Doggy Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders
- egg
- baking powder
- almond flour
- rice flour
- cheese
- beef broth
- bacon pieces
- water
Putting The Recipe Together
First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Secondly, mix all of the ingredients together in a medium bowl.
Thirdly, finish blending the ingredients by kneading them with your hands. Your goal is a playdough consistency.
However, if the dough is too sticky, add some more almond or rice flour, or both. Furthermore, if the dough is too dry, add some more water.
Then, form the dough into a ball.
Next, cover your kitchen counter with wax or parchment paper.
After that, coat the parchment paper and a rolling pin with rice or almond flour.
Then on the flour covered paper, roll the dough ball to about a ¼ to ½ inch thickness.
Next, use a small round shaped cookie cutter to cut the “sliders”. However, you can use any shape cookie cutter, because the sliders don’t have to be round.
In addition, I used a tiny bone shaped cutter to put in the middle of the round slider. I pressed gently enough to leave an indention without going all the way through. However, this is not necessary.
After that, place the shapes on a cookie sheet lined with wax paper.
Then, bake at 350 degrees for 22 minutes.
Remember all ovens bake differently, so it is good practice to start checking at 20 minutes. You might need to leave them in longer than 22 minutes. Most importantly, make sure they are a little golden brown on top.
Lastly, let the treats thoroughly cool before sharing them with your fur baby.
In Conclusion
Above all, my favorite part of the baking process is sharing what I’ve baked with my two dogs.
Bella and Edward have waited so patiently, watching me prepare these bacon cheese dog treats. Plus, I love watching Bella do a trick for her treat.
Be sure to store the treats in an airtight container or a baggie. Furthermore, you can keep the treats in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also keep them in the freezer for up to three weeks.
By the way, do you happen to have a dog that is overweight, but loves bacon and cheese? These bacon cheese dog treats might be a way for them to still have some since they’re small. However, make sure you check with your veterinarian first.
What ways have you incorporated bacon or cheese or both in spoiling your dog? Let us know in the comments below.
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Doggy Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1½ cups almond flour
- 1½ cups brown rice flour
- 1 cup cheese
- 1 tsp beef broth
- ¼ cup bacon pieces
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl.
- Finish blending by kneading the dough with your hands.
- Form a ball with the dough.
- Cover the kitchen counter with wax or parchment paper.
- Coat the paper and a rolling pin with rice or almond flour.
- Place the dough ball on the flour covered paper and roll out about ¼ to ½ inch.
- Use a small round shaped cookie cutter to make into "sliders" or use a cookie cutter of choice.
- Place the shapes on a wax paper lined cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350° for 22 minutes.
- Let thoroughly cool before sharing with your fur baby.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container or baggie in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to 3 weeks.
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Isn’t almonds/almond flour toxic to dogs? Recipe looks amazing but just concerned about the almond flour part. Thank you!
Hi Ryanna,
Thank you for double checking the safety of using an almond product. Dog parents should always do their research before trying new foods with their fur babies. So, I’m glad that’s what you are doing. Almond butter and almond flour are both safe for dogs to consume. Dogs shouldn’t eat almonds in the nut form. Although, in nut form they aren’t toxic, they can cause choking and digestive problems. If you are still concerned about using the almond flour in this recipe, you can try using 3 cups of rice flour.
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