PEANUT BUTTER CAROB CUPS

Most of us adore chocolate, however it can be extremely harmful for your dog. Chocolate contains theobromine and small amounts of caffeine, which dogs metabolize slowly, allowing toxins to build up in their systems making them really unwell.

Carob is made from the bean pods of a carob tree; it is a 100% natural product which has a similar taste to chocolate and totally safe for your dog. It even has health benefits as it is high in vitamin B12, iron, calcium and magnesium.

Prep Time: 30 min plus chilling Makes 12

Ingredients:

200gms of carob chips

3 teaspoons coconut oil 65gms 100% natural, smooth peanut butter (without xylitol).

1 teaspoon honey, optional

Equipment required: Silicon moulds or foil lined mini muffin cups.

Method

• Combine 100gms (half) of the carob chips and 1 teaspoon coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 20 seconds, stir the mixture and repeat until the carob has melted and the mixture is smooth, taking care not to burn.

• Place a teaspoon of the carob mixture into silicone moulds or foil-lined mini muffin cups, gently coating the mould until the carob is halfway up. Freeze until set, which will only take a few minutes.

• Combine the peanut butter with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and honey if using, in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30 seconds; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Drop 2 teaspoons of peanut butter mixture over the carob covered moulds. Again, freeze until set.

• Melt the remaining carob chips and 1 teaspoon coconut oil in a microwavesafe bowl, melting as before. Spoon 1 teaspoon of the mixture over the set peanut butter mixture. Freeze until set.

• Remove and store in refrigerator until ready to give your pooch.

As with all treats, we recommend no more than 2 a day, alongside a well balanced diet, appropriate for their age and lifestyle. They are unsuitable for dogs with special dietary requirements www.ruffandtumbledogcoats.com

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