Meal Toppers For DIY Dog Treat Recipe’s (6 Yummy Treats) To Try At Home

Do you want to show your pooch how much you love them? 

Why not make them their very own personalised treat?

Not just any throw together treats but a tried and Lab (Halo our Labrador) tested treat. These delicious nutritious recipes will have your pup coming back for more and more and will tantalise the fussiest of pooches.

Our Recipe’s using Farmer Pete’s Meal Toppers for dogs are a great way to add nutrition and flavour to your furry friend's snacks.

What's In Our Premium Meal Toppers?

• 100% single protein offal e.g., Lung, Kidney, Heart, Liver, Spleen.
• Farmer Pete's Premium Meal Toppers are made from all Australian, all Natural, Single Ingredient Treats – only the best for your pooch.
• Like all our treats, they contain no preservatives added flavours, or added sugars, so you know your dog is eating high-quality healthy meat.
• Organ meats have a high number of amino acids essential for growth and building muscle.
• Perfect for fussy eaters to enjoy extra natural flavour in their meals
• These are dried using the latest air-drying technology that slowly evaporates moisture, eliminates harmful pathogens, and only preserves rich nutrients without the use of artificial flavours, additives, or preservatives.

6 DIY Dog Treat Recipes with a Tasty Toppers Twist

Here at Famer Pete’s, we want to share some of our own dogs’ favourite DIY treats using our Meal Toppers.  https://www.farmerpetes.com.au/collections/meal-toppers to go beyond the Bowl to create 6 transformative dog treat recipes with our dog food toppers.

Recipe 1: Peanut Butter and Meal Topper Biscuits

Ingredients to use:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup peanut butter (make sure it does not contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs)
• 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Farmer Pete’s Meal Topper (any flavour)

Instructions to make:

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, peanut butter, water (or broth), and meal topper. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1cm thickness.
4. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes or simply slice the dough into small squares or rectangles.
5. Place the treats on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Let the treats cool completely before serving to your dog.

Recipe 2: Frozen Meal Topper Treats

Ingredients to use:

• Plain yogurt
• Meal topper

Instructions to make:

1. Spoon yogurt into ice cube trays, filling each compartment about halfway.
2. Sprinkle a small amount of meal topper onto the yogurt in each compartment.
3. Cover the tray with plastic wrap or aluminium foil.
4. Place the tray in the freezer and let the treats freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Once frozen, remove the treats from the tray and store them in a freezer-safe container or bag.
6. Serve these frozen treats to your dog on hot days or as a refreshing snack.

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Recipe 3: Meal Topper Stuffed Kong’s

Ingredients to use:

• Kong toys (or similar treat-dispensing toys)
• Meal topper

Instructions to make:

1. Take a Kong toy and fill the cavity with your chosen meal topper.
2. You can mix different textures and flavours of meal toppers for added variety.
3. If desired, you can seal the top with a small amount of peanut butter or plain yogurt.
4. Freeze the stuffed Kong for a few hours or overnight to make it last longer and provide a fun, cooling treat for your dog.
5. Once frozen, give the stuffed Kong to your dog to enjoy. They will love the challenge of getting to the tasty filling inside!

Recipe 4: Meal Topper Crunchies

Ingredients to use:

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup meal topper
• Water, as needed

Instructions to make:

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix the oats and applesauce.
3. Add the meal topper and mix until well combined. If the mixture seems too dry, add a little water until it holds together.
4. Roll the mixture into small balls or press it into cookie shapes.
5. Place the treats on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crunchy.
6. Allow the treats to cool completely before serving to your dog.

Recipe 5: Meal Topper Meatballs

Ingredients to use:

• 450g beef or chicken mince
• 1/2 cup meal topper
• 1 egg

Instructions to make:

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, meal topper, and egg.
3. Mix the ingredients until well combined.
4. Roll the mixture into small meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. Allow the meatballs to cool before serving them to your dog.

Recipe 6: Meal Topper Yogurt Bark

Ingredients to use:

• Plain yogurt
• Meal topper

Instructions to make:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Spread a layer of plain yogurt evenly onto the parchment paper.
3. Sprinkle the meal topper over the yogurt.
4. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and let the bark freeze for at least 2-3 hours, or until firm.
5. Once frozen, break the bark into smaller pieces.
6. Store the bark in an airtight container in the freezer until ready to serve.
7. Give your dog small pieces of the yogurt bark as a tasty and cooling treat.

What’s your favourite DIY Meal Topper Recipe? 

These DIY meal topper recipes are simple and customisable, allowing you to tailor them to your dog's preferences and dietary needs. They offer a variety of flavours and textures for your dog to enjoy, and they're easy to make at home using Farmer Pete’s Meal Toppers and other simple ingredients.

Always consult with your veterinarian if you have any concerns about your dog's diet or specific dietary requirements and be mindful of any allergies or dietary restrictions your dog may have when selecting ingredients.