Description
Create delicious and healthy homemade pumpkin peanut butter dog treats with this simple recipe. Perfect for showing your furry friend some love with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free, no added sugar)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon (optional, omit nutmeg)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, eggs, and peanut butter. Stir until well mixed.
- Add the flour and optional spice. Stir until a dough forms.
- Lightly flour your work surface. Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Place the shapes on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 40 minutes. Longer baking results in crunchier treats.
- Let the treats cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Refrigerate for up to 1 month.
- Freeze for up to 6 months.
- Ensure peanut butter is natural and does not contain xylitol.
- Avoid nutmeg as it can be harmful to dogs.
- Pure pumpkin puree is recommended over pumpkin pie filling.
- For crispier treats, bake closer to 40 minutes.
- All-purpose flour can be substituted for whole wheat flour.
- These treats are suitable for puppies eating solid food, given in moderation.
- Consider adding grated carrots or finely chopped apple (no seeds) for variations.
- For grain-free options, use oat flour or rice flour.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat