This No-Bake Horse Cookie Recipe Is a Quick and Easy Treat

There’s nothing like a batch of fresh, homemade cookies to reward your horse for a job well done or simply to brighten their day with a sweet treat.

While you can conveniently grab commercial horse treats at your local tack shop or even order them online, making your own homemade horse treats can be a fun and enjoyable way to bond with your equine companion.

These no-bake horse cookies are a quick and easy treat to share with your barn friends!

Containing just a few simple, horse-safe ingredients, they can easily be made right at the barn without the need for a kitchen or oven.

This recipe was reviewed by a veterinarian. As with any human food, pet parents looking to incorporate new foods in their horse’s diet should consult with their veterinarian beforehand.

These treats should not be fed to metabolically compromised horses, such as those living with insulin dysregulation (ID), equine metabolic syndrome (EMS), obesity, or laminitis. If your horse has health issues or if you have any concerns, consult your horse’s veterinarian before offering these food items.

Yield:
14 treats

Serving size:
2 treats

Prep time:
15 minutes

Refrigeration time:
30 minutes

2 cups oats

1 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/2 cup molasses or honey

One grated carrot or apple

1/4 cup flaxseed or chia seeds

1/4 cup water

Large mixing bowl

Measuring cup

Grater

Large Plate

1. Grate the carrot or apple finely. Leave the peel on for extra nutrients.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats and the flaxseed or chia seeds. Stir well.

3. Pour the unsweetened applesauce and molasses or honey over the mixture. The sweet, sticky ingredients will allow the cookies to stick into shape.

4. Add the grated carrot or apple to the bowl. Stir again, using a wooden spoon or your hands. The mixture should be sticky but hold together when pressed. If it’s too dry, add a little water, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture holds together well.

5. Take small handfuls of the mixture and roll it into the size of golf balls. You can also press them slightly to form a cookie shape.

6. Place the formed cookies on a baking sheet or plate. Since these are no-bake cookies, you don’t need to worry about spacing them out too much.

7. Optional: Allow the cookies to sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This will help them firm up and hold their shape. Once the cookies are firm, they’re ready to eat!

These cookies are intended as a treat or snack. No more than two treats per day should be offered to your horse. If your horse has any special medical conditions ask your vet what the appropriate amount to feed would be specific to their health.

These treats should be consumed in low-moderate amounts by overweight horses. Treats should only constitute a small percentage of your horse’s daily feed. Feeding too many treats can lead to digestive upset.

Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Enjoy making these easy, no-bake horse cookies for the horse(s) you love. They’re a healthy, homemade treat that’s sure to spark joy in the barn!

Don’t have time for a homemade option? Check out these pre-made horse treats for your equine friend: