A little about this dish
For National Cat Day, let's swap the cliched tuna treat and create a visually stunning spectacle that screams 'I love my cat!' With this luxurious but safe-for-feline treat, we'll take catnip, a wild favorite for cats, combine it with pureed pumpkin, irresistible to furry friends, and tie it all up in a playful fish-shaped mold.
Ingredients (for 16)
- Dried catnip — 2 tablespoons
- Unsweetened pumpkin puree — 1 cup
- Brown rice flour — 2 cups
- Water — 1/2 cup
- Toasted sesame seeds — 32 — used for decoration
- Fresh mint leaves — — used for plating
Preparation
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Step 1 — 👆🌡️🔥Preheat your oven to 350°F.
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Step 2 — 🥣🌿🎃Combine dried catnip, pumpkin puree, and brown rice flour in a bowl.
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Step 3 — 💧🥣🌀Gradually add water, stirring until a dough forms.
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Step 4 — 🍪🐟✂️Roll out the dough and cut into fish-shapes using a cookie cutter.
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Step 5 — 👀🐟🌰Press two toasted sesame seeds into each cut-out to create eyes for the fish.
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Step 6 — 🍪🔥⏲️Bake the treats on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes, until they are firm and slightly golden.
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Step 7 — 🍪❄️😌Allow the treats to cool completely before serving.
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Step 8 — 🍽️🌿😋Plate the treats on fresh mint leaves for a stunning presentation.
A final fox tip
Remember, these treats are not a substitute for your cat's regular meals. Cats can't live on love alone; they need the right nutrition from their food. Reserve these treats for special occasions and always under supervision. Also, kids will love helping with cutting out the fish shapes – a fun way to involve them in pet care.