Making homemade horse treats is an activity that both me and my kids enjoy, and we’re often trying new horse treat recipes.
Not only is it a fun way to spend the afternoon, it’s also a great chance to experiment with our own ingredient combinations.
My horses are far from picky, so whether it’s a win or a fail they always seem pleased, and luckily don’t mind eating slightly crispy (burnt) or soft (gooey) horse treats.
After going through dozens of recipes we’ve come up with a list of ingredients that you can practically combine in any amount to create something your horse will find eatable.
And just because they’re treats, doesn’t have to mean they’re unhealthy!
I like to pack mine full of ingredients that have added benefits to promote a shiny coat, a healthy gut and digestible energy. Here are a few suggestions (and links to the benefits!).
Healthy Horse Treat Recipe Ingredients
- Coconut Oil (see Coconut Oil for Horses)
- Apple Cider Vinegar (see Apple Cider Vinegar for Horses)
- Chia Seeds (see Chia Seeds for Horses)
- Himalayan Salt (see Himalayan Salt for Horses)
Or you’re feeling adventurous and have knack for baking, give your own DIY Horse Treats a try:
Homemade Horse Treats Recipe
This simple horse treat recipe allows you to use what you have on hand in the kitchen (or what your horse prefers) to create tasty treats for your horse!
Ingredients
- Any combination of the following:
- Rolled Oats
- Whole Oats
- Whole Wheat Flour
- Molasses
- Apples
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Carrots
- Chia Seeds
- Apple Sauce
- Brown Sugar
- Sugar
- Peanut Butter
- Crushed Peppermints (or Candy Canes)
- Cinnamon
- Salt (I use Himalayan Salt)
- Oil (I use Coconut Oil)
Instructions
- Mix your chosen ingredients together
- Ideally the mix should be wet enough to form into balls, but not soupy (adjust accordingly)
- Bake at around 350 until they're slightly browned
- Store in an airtight container
Notes
Just to be safe, here are some ingredients I would NOT use as they could be toxic in large amounts:
- Chocolate
- Milk
- Maple Syrup
- Cherries
- Rhubarb
- Peaches
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These homemade horse treats are quick and easy to make!
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Peppermint Recipes
If your horse loves peppermint, give these treats a try.
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Crunchy Recipes
Does your horse want a crunchy snack?
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Gourmet Recipes
The perfect horse treats for special occasions!
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No-Bake Recipes
These no-bake treats make a "cool" snack in the summer.
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Tips for Feeding Treats to Horses
While I occasionally feed treats by hand just for fun, or while clicker training, it’s not something I do on a regular basis.
Horses can become too “mouthy” if they begin to expect hand-fed treats, which can eventually lead to biting and other bad habits.
Instead, I toss a few treats into their bucket as a reward, or just mix them into their usual feed.
Alternatively, you can choose to only hand-feed treats at a particular time, such as when you’re catching them in the field, or putting them away at night.
This can be a great way to get extra calories into your picky eaters!
What’s your favorite homemade horse treat recipe? Share it in the comments!
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hi !! total cool recipes !!! but is there a good recipe for a fill that has never had a treat like these in her life ????
You could start with something simple like apple slices or carrots, or just a handful of oats!
These treats look great! Any horse would be lucky to have some especially after training!
what are some good treats for an old mare?
Have you ever used cornmeal instead of wheat flour?
I have never made my own horse treats before. Your recipes look very good. Have you ever tried using cornmeal instead of whole wheat flour?
I'm grinding hay and adding it as an ingredient. My old mare has to eat a senior feed cause she quids hay. I'm in the experimental stage. There have been times when all she ate was apples and carrots so that is what she gets four times a day. I'm sneaking hay in any way I can. Winter was horrible and thank goodness it was mild. Now she is putting on weight and is much happier.
I'm grinding hay and adding it as an ingredient. My old mare has to eat a senior feed cause she quids hay. I'm in the experimental stage. There have been times when all she ate was apples and carrots so that is what she gets four times a day. I'm sneaking hay in any way I can. Winter was horrible and thank goodness it was mild. Now she is putting on weight and is much happier.
i do not have a horse but im planing to get one so im trying to suck up some info
same!
Just wondering how long these stay good before they expire? I am planning to take them camping in 2 weeks, will they still be good?
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I think 2 weeks would be fine! Just try to store them out of direct sunlight. Have fun camping 🙂