Diwali, The biggest Hindu festival is just around the corner and people are already busy preparing from cleaning houses to buying new clothes. Diwali is the festival of lights, a time of celebration, delicious treats, mouth-watering snacks, and a sense of newness all around us. This year, the auspicious festival will be celebrated with much pomp and fanfare on Sunday, November 12. While we welcome this significant occasion, we must not forget our furry pals and their needs. Why shouldn’t their Diwali be de-Light-ful? Delete yours combs with homemade sweets that are not only delicious, but also safe and healthy.
Diwali Pet Treat Recipes
Dr. Deepak Saraswat, Head Vet, Zigly, shared with HT Digital some delicious recipes for our fur babies to celebrate the joy of Diwali together.
1. Peanut Butter and Banana Pupcakes
These mini cakes are a hit with dogs and are a healthier alternative to traditional treats.
Ingredients:
1 sliced banana, mashed
3 tablespoons peanut butter (unsalted and unsweetened)
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 175°C
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed banana and peanut butter
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, baking soda and baking powder.
4. Slowly add the dry mixture to the banana and peanut butter mixture, stirring until well combined.
5. Scoop the batter into mini muffin tins
6. Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean
7. Leave the cupcakes to cool before serving
2. Carrot and oat cookies
Carrots are not only healthy, but also add a delicious crunch to these treats
Ingredients:
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup grated carrots
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup of water
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 175°C
2. In a food processor, pulse the rolled oats until they reach a thick consistency of flour
3. Combine the oatmeal, grated carrot, sugar-free applesauce, and water in a bowl.
4. Knead the mixture into a paste, adding more water if necessary
5. Roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to create fun shapes
6. Place the cookies on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until they are slightly crispy.
7. Allow to cool completely before serving
3. Cheesy Catnip Crunchies
Don’t forget our feline friends. Cats love sweets too, and these crunchy treats are a perfect choice.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon of grated parmesan cheese
1 spoon of plain yogurt
1 teaspoon of catnip
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 175°C
2. In a food processor, combine the whole wheat flour, cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese.
3. Pulse the mixture until it reaches a crumbly texture
4. Add plain yogurt and catnip, and continue pulsing until the dough forms
5. Roll the dough into small balls and flatten with a fork
6. Place the sweets on a pan and bake for about 10-12 minutes until they become golden brown.
7. Leave the crunchies to cool before offering them to your feline friend
4. Sweet potato chews
Sweet potatoes are a fantastic source of vitamins and make an excellent treat for your pets.
Ingredients:
2 sweet potatoes, washed and peeled
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 120°C
2. Cut the sweet potatoes into thin strips, too
3. Place the sweet potato strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
4. Bake for about 2 hours or until the strips are dry and chewy
5. Allow to cool before serving
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