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Catnip Cat Treats Recipe

March 23, 2016 By Vicky 51 Comments

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This tasty Catnip Cat Treats Recipe, which is sponsored by Bounty, is simple to make and will you have your kitty begging for more. All opinions are my own.

This catnip cat treats recipe is a hit with out cat. Easy to make and has her meowing for more! #ad #QuickerPickerUpper

This is Charlotte. Charlotte is 12 years old, and getting up there in years. If you have ever had an older cat or dog then you know that they have something in common with kittens and puppies. They make a mess. You might expect a mess when getting your first pet since puppies and kittens can be messy. They need to be potty trained, cleaned, and taught not to get into everything. What you may not expect is the mess that can come from an older pet.

catnip cat treats recipe

As Charlotte has gotten older, her habits have become messier. She rarely drinks from her water bowl without spilling water all over the floor. She drops bits of food on the ground. For these pet messes, I use longer lasting Bounty. Since Bounty  is  2X more absorbent, I  can  tackle  more  pet  messes  per  roll. I know Bounty can handle pet spills, but how would Bounty stand up against a bigger pet mess? Like a new first pet, Charlotte has started having potty issues. We keep two litter boxes for her because she is quite finicky about cleanliness. Sometimes she uses her litter boxes. Sometimes she tries to and has bad aim and misses. Sometimes she ignores her boxes completely and does her business wherever she wants.

Walking around our place can be dangerous because you never know where Charlotte has left a mess. If I have to get up at night, I carry a flashlight to make sure I don’t step on anything. A few times a week, I discover a mess like this.

cat mess

When I do, I use Bounty and the mess doesn’t stand a chance. Bounty is more absorbent so the roll can last 50% longer, which is important when you are going through a lot of sheets, like I do. If you have a new pet making similar messes, then Bounty can help you tackle more pet messes per roll.

One thing you need to know when you get a new pet is that soon they will have you wrapped around their paw. Even as you are on your hands and knees cleaning up their mess, you still love them and want to do things that make them happy. One of the things that makes Charlotte happy is eating. She loves these Homemade Cat Treats that I make her, but to add some variety, I created a different cat treat recipe that contains catnip. If there anything my cat can’t get enough of, it’s catnip!

Catnip Cat Treats Recipe

They treats contain  flour (like most store bought treats) which our vet has said is fine for our cat. Consult with your vet before giving your pet treats. 

The cat treats take just minutes to make. Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl.

catnip cat treats recipe

After mixing the ingredients, you will have a sticky dough. Turn it on a floured surface and break off small pieces and roll them into balls.

catnip cat treats recipe

Push the ball down with your finger to flatten it a bit. The goal is to have a treat the size of a nickel when flattened. Bake on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Be sure to let them cool completely before serving them to your pet.

catnip cat treats recipe

After making this Catnip Cat Treats Recipe, you will probably be left with a mess. Bounty to the rescue! It not only is the best pet mess cleaner, but it makes an awesome cat treat cleaner as well.

pet messes

Of course, Charlotte was hanging around the kitchen most of time I was creating this Catnip Cat Treats Recipe. She can smell catnip and tuna from a mile away. When the treats had cooled off, Charlotte gave them the sniff test.

catnip cat treats recipe

They passed! Next, it was time for a taste test. If you think these treats are too big for your cat, you can easily break them up. Charlotte loved them! Unfortunately for her, she only gets a couple each day. Though tasty, they are still treats and we use them to reward her when she goes in her litter box. I am hoping that this will encourage her to use her box all the time and make less messes. If that doesn’t work, I am glad to have Bounty, the #QuickerPickerUpper, on hand for the clean up.

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catnip cat treats recipe

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Catnip Cat Treats Recipe

Author Vicky

Ingredients

  • 5 oz tuna in water drained
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup wheat germ
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 tablespoon catnip

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl until combined.
  4. Form into a dough. Dough will be sticky.
  5. Place dough onto a floured surface.
  6. Pull off small pieces of dough and roll into small balls.
  7. Push the dough down so the treat is the size of a nickel and place on parchment paper.
  8. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.
  9. Serve after cooled completely.

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Comments

  1. Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says

    March 23, 2016 at 9:50 am

    I will be sure to send this to my Mother in law for her cats. I bet they will love them.

    Reply
  2. Jena says

    March 23, 2016 at 10:11 am

    So, I don’t have a cat. But my mom does. She will love this idea 🙂

    Reply
  3. Skye says

    March 23, 2016 at 1:45 pm

    Beautiful cat! Sounds like she is a pillar in your family. I love Bounty paper towels too – they are so absorbent!

    Reply
  4. Beeb Ashcroft says

    March 23, 2016 at 2:41 pm

    These are cute cat treats and I LOVE Bounty! Cheaper is NOT always better when it comes to items like paper towels.

    Reply
  5. dani cc says

    March 23, 2016 at 6:31 pm

    I’m going to forward this recipe to my friends who have cats!

    Reply
  6. Amber NElson says

    March 23, 2016 at 7:01 pm

    I want to try this for my cat. I bet she’d love it.

    Reply
  7. alexandria says

    March 23, 2016 at 7:47 pm

    My sister makes my dog treats all the time. I love that you can do that. My daughter wants a cat…. oh boy.

    Reply
  8. michele says

    March 23, 2016 at 7:59 pm

    Im making these as a gift for my sisters 19 year old cat! Thanks for the idea!!

    Reply
    • Cassandra says

      December 10, 2020 at 1:34 pm

      Old cat!

      Reply
  9. Leah Herring says

    March 24, 2016 at 3:18 am

    I would have never thought to make cat treats on my own and the recipe looks easy enough to make!

    Reply
  10. Ana De- Jesus says

    March 24, 2016 at 4:05 am

    What a fab idea and great recipe too. I am going to pass this along to my friend whose cat despises normal catnip.

    Reply
  11. Tanya @ Mom's Small Victories says

    March 24, 2016 at 5:10 am

    What a beautiful kitty, Charlotte’s eyes are gorgeous! How sweet you came up with a cat treat recipe. Sounds like Charlotte is well loved.

    Reply
  12. Rachel says

    March 24, 2016 at 6:53 am

    We had cats growing up and we also grew our own catnip. They would go so crazy for it we had to put chicken wire around the plants! When they plants grew out beyond the wire cats could have a treat. 🙂

    Reply
  13. Kristen says

    March 24, 2016 at 7:00 am

    Aww I am not usually a cat person but Charlotte is beautiful. I know what you mean about doing anything for your pets! Our dog is such a handful but after being with her for 8 years, I don’t mind it anymore.

    Reply
  14. Debra says

    March 24, 2016 at 8:25 am

    How fun are these?! I need to make something for my dog that is homemade! I would be fun to make it myself!

    Reply
  15. Eileen says

    March 24, 2016 at 10:23 am

    5 stars
    Your cat is absolutely precious! I love Bounty. You catnip recipe is great. My sis has a cat, I am going to make these for her cat. I bet she will love them

    Reply
  16. Rose Sahetapy says

    March 24, 2016 at 2:38 pm

    I don’t have cat, but I used to have a few dogs, and it’s true what you said, when they grew older they tend to make mess. The cat treat I found it great. Fresh homemade cat treat.

    Reply
  17. laura londergan says

    March 24, 2016 at 2:52 pm

    although I don’t have a cat, we do have a dog and they so enjoy when we make treats for them. It’s just one way they can see we love them 😉

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  18. Heather says

    March 25, 2016 at 3:13 am

    We don’t have cats because my husband is allergic, but I love them! Definitely don’t like the messes, but I guess that comes with any pet ownership. These treats look great, will have to pass them along to my sister-in-law!

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  19. Nikka Shae says

    March 25, 2016 at 3:59 am

    What a healthy way to make treats for your pet. Your cat is so pretty too.

    Reply
  20. Monica Benavidez says

    March 25, 2016 at 6:44 am

    These are so cute! I may have to make some for our neighborhood cats to enjoy.

    Reply
  21. Mimi says

    March 25, 2016 at 7:14 am

    That’s a great recipe. I’ve never thought of doing them for my cats, but have for my dog. lol We always have to have paper towels around because our cats are older, and there are always accidents of some kind.

    Reply
  22. dani cc says

    March 25, 2016 at 9:50 am

    5 stars
    I’m going to share this recipe with my friends who have cats. Bounty paper towels are my most necessary item in life – besides food!

    Reply
  23. Julie @ Girl on the Move says

    March 25, 2016 at 11:42 am

    It’s been a few years since I’ve had a cat but this would have been super helpful when I owned a cat. Will definitely share this with friends with cats!

    Reply
  24. Siniciliya says

    March 25, 2016 at 11:49 am

    5 stars
    Your cat’s eyes are so beautiful! The recipe is also good, I am sure my Bussy Cat would love the treats

    Reply
  25. baylee says

    August 6, 2016 at 9:30 pm

    hi! i’m planning on making these for my friend’s cats when i ship her a package next, but she’s severely allergic to fish. even though she won’t be eating these, if that wasn’t obvious, could i leave out the tuna? i’m sure she’d wash her hands right after treating them, but i wouldn’t want to take any chances. thank you!

    Reply
    • Vicky says

      August 11, 2016 at 10:17 am

      Oh yes, I would definitely leave out the tuna if there is an allergy. You might want to try these would canned chicken if that helps. I have only made them with tuna so I can’t speak to how it would turn out.

      Reply
      • Sharon says

        October 4, 2017 at 9:30 pm

        I have always been told that tuna & the white of an egg are bad for cats?

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        • Vicky says

          October 5, 2017 at 9:26 am

          By all means check with your vet as all cats have different dietary needs.

          Reply
  26. Christina Jackson says

    August 15, 2016 at 10:53 am

    5 stars
    Have you tried this with fresh grown at home catnip?

    Reply
    • Vicky says

      August 17, 2016 at 9:28 am

      I have not Christina. That is a great idea though. If you try it, do let me know how it goes.

      Reply
  27. April says

    August 25, 2016 at 4:27 pm

    Is there a way to make these gluten free?

    Reply
  28. Crystal says

    September 12, 2016 at 7:39 am

    So these need to be refrigerated?

    Reply
    • Vicky says

      September 12, 2016 at 9:50 am

      Yes, I would refrigerate them.

      Reply
  29. Lacie says

    December 12, 2016 at 8:29 am

    Do you know how long these keep? I’m assuming its something that needs to be kept in a container in the fridge. Thanks for the tips!

    Reply
    • Lacie says

      December 12, 2016 at 8:30 am

      Just now saw the comment above mine, whoops!!

      Reply
  30. Kelly mcgrew says

    April 20, 2017 at 4:37 pm

    Do these come out crunchy or soft? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Vicky says

      April 26, 2017 at 9:25 am

      They come out crunchy.

      Reply
  31. Mogie Williams says

    September 23, 2017 at 9:24 am

    Has anyone actually make these?

    Reply
  32. Pamela Davignon says

    January 21, 2018 at 4:55 pm

    What kind of flour is it self risen or all purpose and is there a special catnip I need to buy

    Reply
    • Vicky says

      January 22, 2018 at 10:29 am

      All purpose flour and no special catnip needed.

      Reply
  33. Scottie says

    June 10, 2018 at 8:49 am

    My cat is allergic to corn. What can I substitute for cornmeal?

    Reply
  34. Julie says

    June 10, 2018 at 1:08 pm

    Okay I’m gonna have to make these. Especially since your advertising my baby girl clone. Adorable that’s my girls name, looks just like her!

    Reply
  35. Bonita Prickett says

    October 21, 2018 at 8:04 am

    How do we store these treats and hoe long are they good for?

    Reply
  36. Bonita Prickett says

    October 21, 2018 at 9:18 am

    4 stars
    I should have read the comments before asking earlier about storage. My apologies. I did make these treats and they had just come out of the oven. I had read on another recipe to use a coke bottle lid to make the treats so instead of rolling them and flattening them I just roll the dough out and cut little treats out with the bottle cap. Saved a lot of time and and a lot of mess. My cats are circling me right now because they smell the treats and as soon as they cool, they will be getting to try them. Thank you for the recipe. I’m sure they will be a hit!

    Reply
  37. Raven says

    April 25, 2020 at 11:36 am

    Any chance you might have a grain free way to make this? My cat has very sensitive digestion. whenever grain gets into her diet she violently throws up. Thank you!

    Reply

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