Description
These peanut butter pumpkin dog treats are made with just four ingredients and bake up crunchy, flavorful, and pup-approved. They’re a simple, wholesome snack your dog will love!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup pumpkin purée
- 3 large eggs
- 5 tablespoons natural peanut butter (xylitol-free, no added sugar or salt)
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350° F (175° C)
- In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin, eggs, and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add the flour and stir until a thick, workable dough forms. Use your hands if needed — I find it a lot easier!
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and press firmly into silicone molds. Don’t overfill them as the treats will puff up slightly as they bake.
- Place the filled molds on a baking sheet and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and the treats feel firm.
- Let cool on a wire rack for 10 to 15 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, remove the treats from the molds and let them come to room temperature before giving a treat to your doggie.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter with no xylitol, added sugar, or salt. Xylitol is toxic to dogs, and excess salt or sugar isn’t healthy for them either.
- Avoid using all-purpose flour, which lacks nutritional value and may be harder for dogs to digest.
- If your dog is sensitive to wheat, you can substitute oat flour or brown rice flour. Since these absorb moisture differently, you might need to add more pumpkin or a splash of water if the dough feels too dry.
- If you don’t have silicone molds, cookie cutters work great too. Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface, cut your shapes, and bake them on a parchment-lined baking sheet just like regular cookies.
Equipment Used: Mixing Bowls | Spatula | Silicone Dog Treat Molds | Baking Sheet | Wire Cooling Rack | Parchment Paper | Kitchen Towel
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Eat
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Dog Treats