Make your own cat treats: Cookies for cats
These homemade cat treats feature natural ingredients and are ideal as an occasional treat. So if you make your own If you want to bake cookies for cats, this recipe is perfect for you. Let's get started!
recipe for homemade cat biscuits
Ingredients:
- Boiled egg yolks: 6-7 pieces
- Goat milk powder or lactose-free milk powder: 30 grams
- Water: A small amount to adjust the consistency of the dough
Preparation:
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Prepare egg yolks : Remove the cooked egg yolks and place them in a blender.
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Add milk powder : Add 30 grams of goat milk powder or lactose-free milk powder to the blender and mix with the egg yolk.
- Adjust the consistency : If the mixture is too dry, add a little water a little at a time (about 1/2 teaspoon at a time) and continue mixing until it reaches a soft, smooth, almost ice cream-like consistency.
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Forming cookies : Either form small balls or fill the mixture into a piping bag and pipe it onto the baking tray. The size should be suitable for the cat.
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Baking at low temperature : Dry the cat biscuits in the oven at 55°C. Bake for about 12 hours .
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Let cool : Remove cookies from the oven and let cool completely.
Why low temperature and these ingredients?
Egg yolk is rich in nutrients
- Contains high-quality proteins, healthy fats and vitamins A, D and B.
- Contains lecithin, which supports fat digestion and is good for the liver.
- Promotes a shiny coat and strengthens your cat's immune system.
Lactose-free milk powder – gentle and nutritious
- Lactose-free milk powder is a great alternative to goat milk powder, especially for cats who are sensitive to lactose.
- Rich in calcium and other minerals that promote healthy bones and teeth.
- Contains natural vitamins and antioxidants that strengthen the immune system.
Bake at a low temperature of 55°C
- The low temperature preserves important nutrients in the cat treats.
- Gentle drying preserves the natural, delicious taste – exactly what cats love!
- The biscuits for cats become crispy without burning – ideal for sensitive cat teeth.
How many calories do these cat cookies have?
Homemade cat treats are a healthy and tasty reward, but they are also high in calories. Therefore, these biscuits for cats should only be given in small quantities. Here is an overview of the calorie content:
- Egg yolks (6-7 pieces): One boiled egg yolk has about 55 calories. In total, 6-7 egg yolks provide about 330-385 calories .
- Lactose-free milk powder (30 g): About 5 calories per gram, so about 150 calories for the entire amount.
- Total : The recipe for these cat cookies has about 480-535 calories .
👉 Calories per cookie : If you divide the cat treats into 30 small portions, each cat cookie has about 16-18 calories .
📖 Treats should only make up 10-15% of your cat's daily calories. A domestic cat needs about 200-300 calories a day. However, the exact requirement depends on your cat's weight , age and activity level . For more detailed information on how many calories your cat needs, take a look at our blog on how many calories your cat needs to eat .
✅ Therefore, snacks for cats should ideally only contain 20-37 calories per day. A homemade cat biscuit contains about 16-18 calories. Therefore, give your cat only 1-3 of these cat biscuits per day as a small reward.
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