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● Cut out dough into 24 rounds with a juice glass or similar object about 2” in diameter. Take ½ t. of preserves and place in center of 12 rounds. Top with the other 12. Press down at edges, sealing with egg whites. Crimping with the thumb and second finger is best. Let rise about 30 minutes. ● Heat 2” of oil to about 375 degrees. Drop doughnuts into hot oil about five at a time. Turn to brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Roll doughnuts in sugar. Apple Cinnamon DIY Dog Treats by Susana Shrestha It’s winter, and apple and cinnamon are great flavors to taste as we transition into the season. But, for these treats, I would stick to giving them to your family members: your dogs! This is a super-simple homemade treat. You can make treats with your friends and family for more fun. Donut-shaped treat ingredients: ● 3 cups whole wheat flour ● 1½ cups oat flour ● 1 tsp ground cinnamon ● 1 medium or large apple (washed, peeled and grated) ● 1 egg ● 1 cup water ● 2 heaping tbsp coconut oil Icing Ingredients: ● Honey ● Plain Greek Yogurt Directions: 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. 2. Prepare your sheet or pan, either line with parchment paper, or put oil on your pan. 3. Add wheat flour, oat flour, and cinnamon in a large bowl and mix together.