It all started with one innocent apple…

And a Labrador named Max who believes everything that falls on the kitchen floor is automatically his.

You know the type. Big eyes. Wagging tail. Zero shame.

One afternoon, while peeling apples for myself, Max sat next to me like a furry kitchen supervisor. That’s when it hit me: Why am I throwing away perfectly good apple peels when my dog would happily audition for Crunchy Snack Tester of the Year?

And just like that, our new favorite easy DIY dog snack was born:

👉 Crispy Apple Peel Chips for Dogs – delicious, low-calorie, and seriously crunchy.

Why Crunchy Dog Treats Are a Big Deal (According to Max)

Max is a Labrador. Crunchy snacks are basically his love language.

But beyond the satisfying crunch, I wanted something that was:

• Healthy for digestion
• Low in calories
• Easy to make
• And ideally… zero waste

These crunchy dog training reward treats tick every single box. Plus, they make you feel like a responsible dog parent and a sustainability hero. Win-win.

Crispy Apple Peel Chips for Dogs

Light, Crunchy & Naturally Sweet

Don’t throw away those apple peels — turn them into a delicious, crunchy dog treat your pup will go crazy for.

🐾 Ingredients

• Peels from 2–3 apples (washed, organic preferred)
• 1 tsp coconut oil (optional)
• A tiny sprinkle of cinnamon (optional)

🐾 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 225°F / 110°C for slow crisping.

2️⃣ Spread apple peels evenly on a baking tray.

3️⃣ Lightly toss with a tiny bit of coconut oil (optional).

4️⃣ Bake for 1–2 hours, flipping halfway, until completely crisp.

5️⃣ Let cool fully before serving for maximum crunch.

Max recommends step 5… because hot apple peels are apparently very rude.

Why These Are Healthy Dog Treats for Digestion

These Crispy Apple Peel Chips for Dogs aren’t just tasty — they’re functional:

✔ Low-calorie crunchy dog treat

✔ Apples provide vitamins A & C

✔ High fiber supports healthy digestion

✔ Perfect zero-waste healthy treat

✔ Ideal as a snack, meal topper, or crunchy training reward

And yes, Max still does tricks for them. Even the ones he already knows.

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight container
• Keeps fresh for up to 1 week

Pro tip: Hide them well. Labradors have… talent.

Want More Guilt-Free, Pup-Approved Treats?

If your dog also believes snacks are a fundamental human right, you’ll love my book:

📘 Pup-tastic Treats: Guilt-free Snacks for Your Four-legged Companion

It’s packed with:

• Easy homemade dog treats
• Healthy, digestion-friendly recipes
• Low-calorie snacks dogs actually love
• Real-life-tested recipes (approved by Max 🐾)

Because treating your dog should feel good — not guilty.

💬 Now I’m curious:

What’s your dog’s absolute favorite crunchy snack — and would they pass Max’s strict taste test?