How to Make Catnip Cookies Cat Treats

If your finicky feline companion enjoys occasionally partaking in a bit of catnip, surprise him by putting some in your homemade kitty treats. Delicious catnip cookies will make even the pickiest kitty purr with delight, and even more importantly, they're healthy and all natural.

Things You'll Need

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup dry milk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tbsp. bran cereal
  • 2 tbsp. pure honey
  • 2 tbsp. canola oil
  • 2 tsp. fresh or 1 tsp. dried catnip
Show More

Instructions

    • 1

      Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and grease a baking sheet.

    • 2

      Place whole wheat flour, all purpose flour, whole milk and dry milk in a large mixing bowl, and stir well.

    • 3

      Stir in egg, bran cereal, honey, canola oil and catnip. If the dough is too thin, add a bit more flour. If it's too thick, add a few more drops of milk.

    • 4

      Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll it out thinly with a rolling pin.

    • 5

      Cut the dough into small squares and put them on the prepared baking sheet.

    • 6

      Bake the catnip cookies for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn light brown.

    • 7

      Allow the catnip cookies to cool completely, and store them in an airtight container.