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Pumpkin Dog Treat Recipe
Easy, homemade pumpkin and peanut butter dog treats are a great option for your favorite dog!
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Your dogs will go crazy for this pumpkin dog treats recipe. With simple ingredients, they offer the perfect balance of crunchy and moist. Plus, they’re super cute. Win-win!
Ingredients For Pumpkin Treats For Dogs
The pumpkin puree provides natural sweetness and earthiness, while peanut butter adds creaminess and nuttiness.
Oats offer a hearty texture, and brown rice flour forms a gluten-free base.
Together, these ingredients create a wholesome and delicious snack that your canine companion is sure to love.
You’ll need:
- ¾ cup of pumpkin puree
- ½ cup of no-added sugar or salt natural peanut butter, ½ cup more for drizzle
- ¼ cup of oats
- 1 egg
- 2 cups of brown rice flour
PRO TIP:
Watch out when you are at the grocery store that you buy pure pumpkin purée and not canned pumpkin pie filling.
Pumpkin Dog Treats Recipe Substitutions And Additions
FLOUR: Whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, or almond flour all work fine for these homemade treats.
PUMPKIN: You could change up the vegetable for these homemade dog biscuits and use mashed sweet potatoes instead of pumpkin puree.
PEANUT BUTTER: You could substitute peanut butter for any type of creamy nut butter you have (almond butter, cashew butter, etc.) at home.
It might make for a little different consistency, but the taste and overall outcome of these delicious treats will be the same.
How To Make Pumpkin Dog Treats
Making dog treats is just as simple as making cookies for your humans. Let’s dive in and get baking.
PRO TIP:
The best part of this great recipe is how well they freeze. Make a double batch of this homemade dog treats recipe so that you always have a supply of your own homemade dog treats on hand.
STEP ONE: In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients in order and beat until well combined. The dough should look crumbly but will stick when placed into a ball.
STEP TWO: Split the dough in half and roll it into a ball. Place the ball of dough between two layers of parchment paper.
STEP THREE: Flatten the ball with the palm of your hand, and then roll with a rolling pin. The dough should be about three-quarters of an inch thick.
Once flattened, use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
PRO TIP:
I used a medium-sized dog bone cookie cutter to create these. But you can use a traditional circle cookie cutter or a glass.
If you have other cookie cutters in cute shapes, you could use those as well. You could also use smaller cookie cutters and use them as training treats.
STEP FOUR: Carefully lift and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all of your dough is used.
STEP FIVE: Place in the oven and bake at 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes. For a crisper treat, flip over treats and cook for an additional six minutes or until crisp.
You may need to adjust baking times depending on the treat thickness and type of cookie sheet.
STEP SIX: While the treats are baking, heat additional peanut butter for 20 to 30 seconds in the microwave or until smooth and creamy.
Once the treats are finished cooking, drizzle the peanut butter. Let cool completely before serving to your dog.
PRO TIP:
For a more senior dog whose teeth are not what they used to be, you can break the cookies into smaller pieces or put them in their bowl with a small amount of water to soften them up.
How To Serve Homemade Dog Treats With Pumpkin
These crunchy biscuits are a great way to show your best friend how proud you are of them. Share a special treat as a reward or just because.
For more homemade dog treats for your furry friends, check out our dog ice cream and dog birthday cake. Have cats? Make these easy homemade cat treats!
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How To Store Pumpkin Dog Treats
Proper storage is the key to maintaining the quality and flavor of these canine delights.
MAKE AHEAD: If you’re thinking about convenience or planning to spoil your pup over time, you can absolutely make these treats ahead of schedule.
Simply follow the recipe as directed and allow the treats to cool completely after baking.
Once they’ve cooled, store them in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag.
These treats can be made in advance and stored at room temperature for up to two weeks.
IN THE FRIDGE: Pop your pumpkin treats into a sealed plastic bag or airtight container. You can store them in the fridge for up to two months.
IN THE FREEZER: These pumpkin peanut butter dog treats will last six months in the freezer.
Why We Love This Recipe
WHOLESOME INGREDIENTS: We use natural ingredients like pumpkin puree, peanut butter, oats, and rice flour, ensuring that your furry friend enjoys a treat that’s not only delicious but also nutritious.
EASY HOMEMADE GOODNESS: Making these treats at home allows you to have complete control over the quality of ingredients. It’s a simple and fun DIY project that ensures your dog gets only the best.
TAIL-WAGGING FLAVOR: The combination of pumpkin and peanut butter creates a delightful and dog-approved flavor profile that dogs find irresistible.
Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats To Make Your Dog Go Crazy!
Your four-legged friend will love these pumpkin dog treats. This easy recipe is quick to make and has all-natural ingredients that your pup will gobble up.
Pumpkin Dog Treat Recipe FAQs
Can I use homemade pumpkin puree in this recipe?
These tasty treats would work fine with either store-bought or homemade pumpkin puree.
Can I freeze these dog cookies?
You can freeze this recipe for up to six months stored in an airtight container.
My dog has sensitive stomach issues. Will these cookies be ok?
Ultimately, you know best what foods your dog has issues with, but this dog biscuit recipe avoids the most common food allergies that trouble dog tummies, so they should be fine.
Can I replace whole wheat flour in this recipe with all-purpose flour?
You can certainly use either whole wheat or all-purpose flour in this easy recipe.
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Homemade Dog Treats with Pumpkin
Easy, homemade pumpkin and peanut butter dog treats are a great option for your favorite dog!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 40
Ingredients
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup no sugar or salt added peanut butter ½ cup more for drizzle
- ¼ cup oats
- 1 egg
- 2 cups brown rice flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine all ingredients in order and beat until well combined. Dough should look crumbly but will stick when placed into a ball.
- Split dough in half and roll into a ball. Place ball of dough between two layers of parchment paper.
- First, flatten with the ball with the palm of your hand, and then roll with rolling pin. The dough should be about ¾ inch thick.
- Once flattened, use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Carefully lift and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all of your dough is used.
- Place in oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. For a crisper treat, flip over treats and cook for an additional 6 minutes or until crisp. You may need to adjust baking times depending on treat thickness and type of cookie sheet.
- While treats are baking, heat additional peanut butter for 20 to 30 seconds in the microwave or until smooth and creamy. Once treats are finished cooking, drizzle on peanut butter.
- Let cool completely before serving to your dog.
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Notes
- Watch out when you are at the grocery store that you buy pure pumpkin purée and not canned pumpkin pie filling.
- The best part of this great recipe is how well they freeze. Make a double batch of this homemade dog treats recipe so that you always have a supply of your own homemade dog treats on hand.
- We used a medium-sized dog bone cookie cutter to create these. But you can use a traditional circle cookie cutter or a glass. If you have other cookie cutters in cute shapes, you could use those as well. You could also use smaller cookie cutters and use them as training treats if you’d like.
- For a more senior dog whose teeth are not what they used to be, you can break the cookies into smaller pieces or put them in their bowl with a small amount of water to soften them up.
Nutrition
Calories: 53kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 721IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments
Treena says
Amazing smell while cooking these treats and I had one happy puppy!
Nichole says
Will these stick together in the fridge or freezer bc of the peanut butter drizzle?
Ashley says
Great recipe! About how long will these be good for if stored in an air right container ?
Layne Kangas says
I stored in the fridge in an airtight container for a month and they were good! I’ve read they will last for up to two months in the fridge of six months in the freezer. We go through them too fast to test out that length of time though. 😉
Becca says
Can I substitute whole wheat flour and still get good results?
Layne Kangas says
I haven’t tried it that way, but I think you would be ok!
Jodi says
I was just about to ask the same thing! I have whole wheat flour already and really don’t want to run to the store for brown rice flour. 😂
Wendy says
I am trying this recipe now, only I am substituting Coconut flour, not just because I have it on hand, but because it is supposed to be very healthy for dogs, especially diabetic dogs.
Annie says
Wendy, did the coconut flour substitution work?
Kerri-Ann says
Amazing! My dogs love it! I will definitely share this recipe with others.
Amy says
Is this recipe good for dogs on low fat diet
Layne Kangas says
Our trainer approved these but you’ll want to check with your vet if you have questions to be sure!
Lynn says
Great recipe. I made them as surprise gifts for friends who have dogs. I ordered another dog bone cutter in the 2 inch size so they could be used for treats.
Beth says
I made these with almond flour snd they turned out great. My fur baby loves them!
Laurie says
Can I use real pumpkin and just purée myself? And is whole wheat flour ok instead of rice flour?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Laurie – we haven’t tested it like that so I can’t say for certain but I would assume that would work. Enjoy!