Barkin Bacon Bites

Kirby has a sweet tooth so I like to make him sweet tasting treats. However, he loves the flavor of meat the most.  I was in the mood to bake, not to mention there wasn't a treat left in my house.  Searching my pantry I discovered a bag of Hormel Real Bacon and thought why not? Here's my latest concoction using bacon and ingredients I had on hand.

Barkin Bacon Bites

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups oat flour
• 1 cup brown rice flour
• 3 oz package Hormel bacon (3/4 cup cooked, drained bacon)
• 1 cup cinnamon applesauce
• 1 egg

Preparation Instructions

1. Thoroughly mix together all ingredients in large bowl.  This dough will be sticky so place in refrigerator for about 10 minutes to chill which will make it less sticky.

2. Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness.  Cut with your favorite cookie cutter and place on parchment lined cookie sheets.  Don't you think these little scotties look a little like Kirby?

3. Bake at 250 degrees for 20 to 24 minutes.

4. Turn off oven and leave for about an hour.

The size of the bacon makes it a little harder to use a cookie cutter so you can grind the bacon first if you prefer.  You can also substitute 2 3/4 cup wheat flour or rye flour to suit your dog's taste preferences.

Store in the refrigerator in an air tight container for up to two weeks.   

Kirby very much enjoyed these, but then again, what dog can resist bacon.