Google searches for ‘dog pancake recipe’ went up 55% over the past quarter, as more people look for recipes they can make for their pups this Shrove Tuesday. The experts at YuMOVE have put together a dog-friendly pancake recipe, so your dogs don’t have to miss out on getting involved in the family fun…
Pancake day is a fun day for the whole family, everyone choosing different toppings and really indulging. But it can feel unfair to leave out your pet, so this dog-friendly recipe is a way to make them feel included, too.
All the ingredients in this recipe are safe for dogs and are made from everyday staples in your kitchen cupboards. However, we don’t recommend you go overboard and maybe just give them the one as a treat. Although all of these ingredients are safe for dogs, too many could cause them to have an upset stomach or disrupt their diet.
Ingredients
- 50g plain flour
- 100ml water
- 1 egg
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Mixing bowl and spoon
- Frying pan
- Ladle
Method
- Mix the flour, egg and water in a bowl
- Add a drizzle of olive oil to your pan and bring to a medium heat
- Use the ladle to scoop a portion of the batter into the pan
- Cook for 30 to 40 seconds – when the edges start to colour, now’s the time to flip!
- Repeat on the other side
- Add your toppings!
If your dog is allergic to gluten or wheat, switch the flour to a gluten-free variety. That way, they don’t have to miss out on any of the fun. You can also use pretty much the same ingredients to make human pancakes, too, just switch the water up for milk in yours. This way, you save time and money.
Don’t forget your toppings
You can add toppings to your doggy pancakes. Just make sure you don’t go overboard. Some toppings that are dog-friendly include:
- Peanut butter (make sure it’s Xylitol-free, as Xylitol can be toxic to dogs. Peanut butter with just a single ingredient – peanuts! – is best.)
- Banana
- Apple
- Chopped up veggies
- Doggie biscuits
This is a guest post by YuMOVE.
