Let me start out by saying I cannot cook (I really shouldn’t be allowed within ten feet of a kitchen), but I love my horse and he loves to eat! So despite my lack of culinary skills I was inspired to try my hand at Equine Baking.

After searching the Internet, I choose this recipe for Carrot Oatmeal Cookies because it seemed simple (even to me) and I could adjust the portions to make as much or little as I wanted.

Step 1: Collect your ingredients

Most of the items are easy to find, surprisingly I already had most in my kitchen.

• 1 cup uncooked oats
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil
• ¼ cup of molasses

Step 2: Gather your cooking materials

Here’s all you’ll need:

• 1 large mixing bowl
• 1 baking sheet
• Nonstick cooking spray
• Your oven

Step three: Prepare & bake!

• Preheat your oven to 350°F
• Mix all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl until you have nice “mush.” It should look something like oatmeal
• Spray your baking sheet with nonstick spray
• Scoop about 1 TBS batter and shape into a small ball
• Place your treats on the tray and space them at least an inch apart from each other
• Bake for about 15 minutes or until they are light brown
• Remove your treats and let them cool before heading to the barn

It’s as easy as that! And I guarantee your horse will thank you.