Pumpkin Bread for Dogs
This wholesome pumpkin loaf combines oat flour, pure pumpkin, unsweetened applesauce, eggs, and coconut oil. The result is a soft, lightly moist bread suitable for slicing into dog-friendly portions.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil melted before measuring
- 2 large eggs brought to room temperature
- 3 cups oat flour
- ½ cup 100% pure pumpkin purée not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Melted coconut oil or nonstick cooking spray for coating the loaf pan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a loaf pan with nonstick spray or a small amount of melted coconut oil to prevent the bread from sticking.
- Place the oat flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a medium mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until the leavening ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the flour.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the unsweetened applesauce, pumpkin purée, and melted coconut oil. Continue mixing until the wet ingredients form a smooth, uniform mixture.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Blend with a sturdy spoon or mixer until a smooth, evenly combined batter develops.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and level the surface. Gently tap the pan against the countertop to release any trapped air bubbles.
- Set the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45–50 minutes. The bread is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean or with only a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to rest in the pan for approximately 10 minutes. Carefully turn it out onto a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
A small amount of nut butter or honey may be spread over an individual slice for additional flavor. When serving nut butter to dogs, confirm that it is unsweetened and completely free from xylitol.