Homemade Tuna, Egg, and Chickpea Flour Dog Treats: A Simple Recipe Your Pup Will Love

So, you want to make some easy, healthy dog treats but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen or buy 17 ingredients you’ll never use again? I got you.

Let’s talk about one of the easiest, most underrated dog treat recipes out there.

Yeah, it sounds a bit unconventional, but trust me—your dog won’t care as long as it tastes good (and it does!).

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Why Tuna, Egg, and Chickpea Flour?

Before we get into the recipe, let’s chat about why these ingredients work so well together.

Tuna: Packed with protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and that unmistakable fishy aroma dogs go nuts for. (Yeah, it’s smelly, but your dog will love you forever.)
Egg: A binding superstar that also adds extra protein and essential vitamins. Plus, who doesn’t have eggs in their fridge?
Chickpea Flour: Gluten-free, full of fiber, and a great alternative to traditional flours. (FYI, it’s also known as gram flour or besan, so don’t panic if you see that on the label.)

Together, these three ingredients create soft, chewy treats that are perfect for all dogs, especially seniors or those with sensitive teeth.

What You’ll Need

Here’s the beauty of this recipe: you literally need three ingredients and maybe 20 minutes of your life.

1 can of tuna (in water, drained)
1 egg (large, because go big or go home)
1/2 cup chickpea flour (adjust if you want a thicker or thinner dough)

Optional: A pinch of parsley for fresh breath or a sprinkle of turmeric for inflammation. (But hey, we’re keeping it simple here, so totally up to you.)

Step-by-Step: Let’s Get Cooking

1. Preheat and Prep

Set your oven to 350°F (180°C for my metric friends). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper because scrubbing baked-on fish smell off your tray is no one’s idea of fun.

2. Mix It Up

Toss the tuna into a bowl and mash it up with a fork. Yes, it’ll smell like the ocean, but that’s the price we pay for puppy love.
Crack in the egg and mix until combined. It’ll look gross. It’ll smell worse. But stay strong.
Add the chickpea flour gradually, stirring until you have a thick, sticky dough. (If it’s too dry, add a splash of water. Too wet? More flour. You got this.)

3. Shape Your Treats

You can go fancy and use cookie cutters (if you’re feeling extra) or just drop small spoonfuls onto the baking sheet. Your dog doesn’t care about aesthetics. Trust me.

4. Bake and Cool

Bake for 10-15 minutes until they’re firm but still soft. Let them cool completely because burning your dog’s tongue is not the goal here.

Storage Tips

These treats will last about 5 days in the fridge (if your dog doesn’t inhale them first). Freeze extras for up to 3 months. Just thaw a few when needed.

Why These Treats Rock

Minimal ingredients: Because no one wants to buy quinoa flour just for dog treats.
Soft texture: Perfect for older dogs or those with dental issues.
Nutritious AF: High protein, low fat, and packed with good stuff.
Super customizable: Want to add pumpkin? Go for it. A bit of cheese? Why not.

Pro Tips for the Best Treats

Use tuna in water, not oil. (Unless you enjoy greasy hands and a potential mess.)
Don’t skip the egg. It binds everything together like magic.
Chickpea flour is your BFF. But if you’re out, oat flour or rice flour works too. (We’re flexible here.)

But Wait, Why Not Just Buy Treats?

Sure, you could just buy treats, but where’s the fun in that? Making them yourself means:

You know exactly what’s in them.
It’s cheaper in the long run (because have you seen the price of some fancy dog treats?).
Your dog gets fresh, homemade goodies, and you get the satisfaction of being an overachieving pet parent. Win-win.

Final Thoughts

So, there you have it! Tuna, Egg, and Chickpea Flour Dog Treats that are easy, affordable, and downright irresistible (to dogs, at least). Next time you want to spoil your pup without the hassle, whip up a batch of these bad boys.

Your dog will love you even more (if that’s possible), and hey, you’ll feel like a culinary genius.

Happy baking! 🙂

David

I’ve spent 10+ years in dog training, digging into what makes dogs (and their humans) tick. At Smart Dog Learning, I share my no-nonsense, fun approach to training so you can enjoy life with a well-behaved, happy pup—no boring lectures, just practical results 😉

Homemade Tuna, Egg, and Chickpea Flour Dog Treats: A Simple Recipe Your Pup Will Love

Why Tuna, Egg, and Chickpea Flour?

What You’ll Need