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dogs in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Gingerbread Dog Biscuits

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Every Christmas I make homemade dog biscuits for the family dogs.  I often experiment with different recipes and flavors and our dog gets to do the taste test.  These gingerbread dog biscuits passed with flying colors!  They make a really fun holiday gift for dog lovers and they’re super cute when paired with these printable punny holiday tags!

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 Gingerbread Dog Biscuits

To make these gingerbread dog biscuits, you’ll need the following ingredients.

3 cups whole wheat flour

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup molasses

1/2 cup water

{As with any recipe for your pet, check with your vet before introducing any food into your pet’s diet.}

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.  

Lightly grease a cookie sheet.  

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, ginger, and cinnamon.  

Mix in the oil, molasses, and water; let sit for 15 minutes.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough 1/4-inch thick.  

Cut out the cookies with bone-shaped cookie cutters {affiliate link}.  

Transfer to the cookie sheet.  Bake about 20 minutes until firm.

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I wrapped the biscuits in plastic bags and tied them up with dog bone ribbon.  They’ll be distributed to the family dogs over the next few weeks as a fun little Christmas treat.

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… and bacon dog biscuits that will get two paws up!

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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

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  1. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    November 26, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    I’m so making these! They’re beautiful, and my dog will go Ca-RAZY for them.

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  2. Heather says

    November 26, 2012 at 3:39 pm

    Hmmm these looks so yummy!!! I know our pooch Max would love them and the boys would have fun making them I am sure 😉 Where did you find the dog bone cookie cutter?

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  3. Tonia L says

    November 26, 2012 at 9:45 pm

    Love this idea! I am showing it to my tween because she has so many doggie friends!!!

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  4. Crystal says

    November 26, 2012 at 10:00 pm

    Those are SO cute! I don’t have a dog but now I want one so that I can make doggy treats. Thanks for the recipe! 🙂

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  5. PJ @ Planned in Pencil says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:07 am

    I’m sharing this with my SIL as she wants to make dog biscuits for Christmas and hasn’t decided on a recipe yet.

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  6. Linda says

    November 27, 2012 at 5:56 am

    How do they pass with flying colors? I think Ditto would pass EVERYTHING 🙂 Maybe your doggie has more selective tastes 🙂

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  7. Jwyneth92181 says

    November 28, 2012 at 2:43 am

    I love the tradition of baking treats for the family dogs!

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  8. Holly Lefevre (504 Main) says

    December 1, 2012 at 7:29 pm

    I never tried making doggie treats before. Great idea!

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  9. malia says

    December 3, 2012 at 5:29 am

    Randi, these are adorable! What a fantastic idea and the packaging is so cute too!

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  10. b awesome says

    July 3, 2014 at 6:31 pm

    needed a little extra water but were loved by the dogs!!!!
    thx for the recipe, b awesome

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  11. Myfoodie Pet says

    July 29, 2014 at 4:46 am

    If I put them in the freezer, is it stored for a long time? The taste would change?

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    • Randi Dukes says

      July 29, 2014 at 8:50 am

      I haven’t frozen them for long but I think they’d be just fine. I’d follow the same guidelines that you would for freezing human cookies. Package them in an airtight container and store them for a few months. I don’t think the taste will be affected.

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  12. Gwen says

    October 13, 2014 at 3:34 pm

    About how many treats does this make?

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    • Randi Dukes says

      October 14, 2014 at 8:52 am

      It will depend what size cookie cutter you’re using but if you use a small cutter, it will make 2-3 dozen.

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    • Corie says

      December 17, 2014 at 8:43 am

      None. The dough crumbles so you cant roll it out.

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      • Randi Dukes says

        December 17, 2014 at 9:13 am

        Did you let it sit for 15 minutes? I had no trouble at all keeping the dough together.

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  13. Shannon says

    December 9, 2014 at 9:50 pm

    Has anyone used a flour other than whole wheat flour? Would they come out okay with either almond or chickpea flour? Please and thank you.

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  14. jody says

    December 20, 2014 at 10:43 am

    Dough remains too crumbly to cutout, let alone roll out. I followed all directions exactly. Did you forget an ingredient like an egg or water ? Much better recipes to be found. Trashing what’s in my mixing bowl.

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    • Randi Dukes says

      December 21, 2014 at 8:12 pm

      Did you include the 1/2 cup of water included in the directions?

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  15. Mel says

    December 22, 2014 at 5:43 pm

    I followed all directions and used all the correct ingredients. My dough turned out super crumbly. I added more water and the dough became really tough to work with. It’s too bad.

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    • Randi Dukes says

      December 22, 2014 at 8:12 pm

      You’re the second person to say that … I had no trouble at all so I hate that a couple of you have had problems. The dough for dog biscuits is always quite dry but you should have been able to press it together.

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  16. Raelyn says

    December 24, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    Randi….
    I recently baked this recipe for my mutt, Rosey {I used gingerbread men/women cookie cutters, too!!} she is not the only one who finds them yummy…. I do, too!! 😉
    As for the dough being crumbly? I did not experience any issues with that once I saw the 1/2 cup water part!! 😉
    Happy Christmas!! Raelyn
    PS. While my dough was sitting, they played Elvis Presley’s version of “Here Comes Santa Claus” on the radio…. And I hip swayed to it!! 😉

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    • Randi Dukes says

      December 24, 2014 at 9:46 pm

      Thanks so much for letting me know that it worked for you. I didn’t have any trouble either but started worrying when I had a few readers that did! Merry Christmas!

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  17. Mary says

    January 9, 2015 at 2:02 pm

    So i see a few are ranting the dough is too crmbly. A couple of factors to consider – first is Elevation. Second is lack of humidity. Third, you’re making these for your Dog. I’m sure you wont mess it up, taste wise, to add more moisture to the dough!

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  18. Hannah says

    December 12, 2016 at 9:40 am

    Hello
    Thank you for posting this recipe, I’m going to be making some for the dogs in the family and I was wondering how long they will keep once made?

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    • Hannah says

      December 12, 2016 at 9:49 am

      Another thing, I couldn’t find molasses so googled and it’s said black treacle is a good substitute. Fingers crossed it works!

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    • Randi Dukes says

      December 12, 2016 at 11:40 am

      If you keep them in an airtight container in the fridge, they’ll last for weeks. Outside of the fridge, probably about a week.

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      • Hannah says

        December 13, 2016 at 4:37 am

        Ok great thank you 🙂

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  19. J Tereschyn says

    December 13, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    The dough just crumbles. Ive added copious amounts of water to try and make it stick but it completely falls apart.. Something must be missing from this recipe.

    Such a waste of ingredients, and time.

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    • Randi Dukes says

      December 13, 2016 at 2:31 pm

      Nothing’s missing from the recipe. You have to really squeeze the dough. Dog biscuit dough is very dry and crumbly because so are the finished cookies.

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  20. Amy Greene says

    July 21, 2017 at 1:49 pm

    These look delicious – I will definitely be making these for not only our dogs but for all the dogs that are with family members for Christmas!

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  21. Maggie says

    June 9, 2018 at 4:11 pm

    Maggie,SO WHO NEEDS CHRISTMAS TO MAKE THESE. It’s June, 90° + Made these today, this dough is awesome, rolls out beautifully and Miss Ali loves them. 5 stars, thankyou, great recipe

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  22. AB says

    December 31, 2020 at 10:45 am

    I have made your ginger dog biscuits a few times now. My friend Juneau loves them. But the again she has never met a homemade biscuit that she didn’t like. I can offer her 2 different kinds and she always selects yours. I haven’t experienced any cookie crumble with your recipe. Thanks for sharing your recipe.

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  23. Pam L says

    February 21, 2021 at 8:35 am

    I have to say, I make dog biscuits for my 4 about once every 10 days. till I run out. I really don’t follow recipes much, but use ingredients starting with wheat flour, eggs and baking powder. I add mixtures of cheese, pumpkin, bacon, peanut butter, molasses, grated carrot, oatmeal, even old expired cereal (like granola clusters, honey bunches of oats, etc)!! When I’m lazy and don’t have time for rolling and cut-outs, I just put the dough on a sheet pan with parchment paper, roll it out edge to edge, and score with a knife (Makes for easy breaking after baking!). and bake as a whole. My pups are my LIFE, and yes, they’re spoiled ROTTEN!

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    • Randi Dukes says

      February 22, 2021 at 6:58 am

      I love this idea! Now I know what to do with the cereal the kids aren’t eating!

      Reply

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