Dog Bark

Prep 25 min
Total 40 min
Servings 18

This treat will make your dog sit up and beg for more. Make the bark by melting carob chips and peanut butter then top with your dog’s favorite ingredients–bacon and cheese. Bow WOW!

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Updated October 21, 2011

Ingredients

5

slices bacon
2

slices Cheddar cheese (3/4 oz each)
2

cups carob chips
1/2

cup crunchy peanut butter

Steps

1

Line cookie sheet with foil. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
2

In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over low heat 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Coarsely chop bacon; set aside.
3

Using 1 1/4-inch small dog bone cookie cutter, cut 15 dog bone shapes out of cheese slices. Set aside.
4

In medium bowl, microwave carob chips uncovered on High 30 seconds; stir. Microwave 30 seconds longer. Stir in peanut butter.
5

Spread carob mixture on foil to 1/4-inch thickness, about a 9-inch square. Immediately sprinkle with bacon and cheese; press lightly into carob mixture. Chill until set, about 15 minutes in freezer, or 30 minutes in refrigerator.
6

Remove from foil; break into 18 pieces. Store in airtight container in refrigerator for 5 days.

Be sure to use carob chips--chocolate is harmful to canines.
Check with your vet to make sure these dog treats fit into your dog's diet. Check the recipe for any known foods or ingredients your pet may be allergic to.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving

Calories: 140
Calories from Fat: 90

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 10g; 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 29% Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol: 5mg; 2%
Sodium: 115mg; 5%
Potassium: 150mg; 4%
Total Carbohydrate: 10g; 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4% Sugars 8g
Protein: 4g

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 0%; 0%
Vitamin C: 0%; 0%
Calcium: 6%; 6%
Iron: 2%; 2%

Exchanges:

0 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 1/2 Fat;