Looking to spoil your furry friends? Why not make these homemade dog treats? These Pumpkin Treats For Dogs will make buying treats at the store a thing of the past! They're so simple and easy to make and all dogs love treats!
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If you love making things for your dog be sure to try this Natural Dog Paw Balm recipe or these Homemade Peanut Butter Dog Treats.
Why This Recipe Works
- Tasty: Your dog will love the taste of these homemade pumpkin dog treats.
- Budget Friendly: You can save money by making your own pumpkin puree dog treats
- Easy: These creamy peanut butter pumpkin dog treats recipe is very easy to make and super fast.
🥘 Ingredients
You're going to love how simple these homemade treats for dogs are!
- Flour: Serving as the base of these dog treats, flour gives them structure and ensures they hold their shape during baking.
- Pumpkin Puree: Gives the treats a moist, chewy texture and a natural sweetness that dogs love.
- Peanut Butter: Enhances the pumpkin flavor while providing protein and healthy fats, adding extra nutrition to these treats.
- Eggs: Act as a binding agent and enhancing the nutritional value of the treats with proteins and vitamins.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
📖 Substitutions & Variations
- Pumpkin Puree: Make your own pureed pumpkin or use plain canned pumpkin to make these homemade dog treats.
- Flour: In this recipe we use all purpose flour known as plain flour. However you may switch this for whole wheat flour, coconut flour or oat flour. Simply measure the same amounts.
🔪 How To Make Pumpkin Treats for Dogs?
With just four easy ingredients needed, this easy dog treat recipe is a breeze to make!
Step One: Add the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and eggs to a large mixing bowl and mix until fully combined.
Step Two: Add in 1 cup of flour and mix until combined. Add in another cup of the flour and mix until a doughy mixture forms.
Step Three: Knead the dough by hand and add the remaining flour as needed, until the dough reaches a soft, but not sticky or crumbly consistency. Lay out a large piece of parchment paper and sprinkle lightly with flour before dumping the dough onto the prepared surface.
Step Four: Roll out with a rolling pin to about ¼-inch thickness.
Step Five: Cut out as many cookies as you can with your cookie cutter (I used the bone) and set them aside on a cookie sheet or similar dish.
Step Six: Line the bottom of your air fryer with parchment paper and place as many treats as you can. Cook at 370 degrees for 4-5 Minutes. Remove and let cool for a few minutes before feeding to your pooch!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Use Pure Pumpkin: Always opt for 100% pure pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling. This ensures your treats are free from added sugars, spices, and preservatives that could upset your dog’s stomach.
- Boost with Wholesome Ingredients: Combine the pumpkin with dog-friendly ingredients like whole wheat flour, oats, or even mashed sweet potatoes. These additions not only enhance the flavor but also increase the nutritional value with extra fiber and vitamins.
- Mind the Portions: Treats should be just that—a treat! Adjust the serving size according to your dog’s size and overall diet. This helps prevent overfeeding while still letting your pup enjoy a healthy snack.
- Store for Freshness: Once baked and cooled, store your pumpkin treats in an airtight container. Proper storage keeps them fresh and maintains their nutritional benefits, ensuring every treat is as good as the first.
💭 FAQs
You need to be sure that you're using natural peanut butter for your pumpkin dog treat and ensure that it has NO xylitol in it and no added sugar.
You can. If you want them to have a crunch, just increase the cooking time by 3 minutes. Just watch so that they don't burn. Take the treats out when they are golden brown.
You need to be sure that the pumpkin that you're buying is actually pumpkin! Sometimes pumpkin in a can isn't even pumpkin at all - but squash. You can learn how to make Homemade Pumpkin Puree here!
Fridge: Store the dog treats in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for the best results. These biscuits can last 5-6 days.
Freeze: Place the dog treats on a baking sheet and freeze for 2 hours. Then place in airtight ziplock bags. Freeze the dog treats in the Instant Pot for 2-3 months.
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🧂Serving Suggestions
- As a Snack for Your Dog: Serve these tasty homemade treats as a special snack for your dog during training or as a reward after walks.
- On Special Occasions: Use them as a special treat on your dog's birthday or during the holiday season to pamper your pet.
- In a Treat Jar: Keep these homemade pumpkin treats in a jar on the counter for easy access when your furry friend deserves a tasty bite.
- In a Doggy Gift Basket: Pack these treats in a cute gift basket for fellow dog owners, making a thoughtful and practical gift for their pets.
Pumpkin Treats For Dogs
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ Cups All Purpose Flour
- 1 Cup Pumpkin Puree
- ⅓ Cup Peanut Butter
- 2 Eggs
Instructions
- Add the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and eggs to a large mixing bowl and mix until fully combined.
- Add in 1 cup of flour and mix until combined. Add in another cup of the flour and mix until a doughy mixture forms.
- Knead the dough by hand and add the remaining flour as needed, until the dough reaches a soft, but not sticky or crumbly consistency.
- Lay out a large piece of parchment paper and sprinkle lightly with flour before dumping the dough onto the prepared surface.
- Roll out with a rolling pin to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut out as many cookies as you can with your cookie cutter (I used the bone) and set aside on a cookie sheet or similar dish.
- Line the bottom of your air fryer with parchment paper and place as many treats as you can, in the bottom, without them touching. I was able to fit 6-7 at a time in my particular air fryer.
- Cook on 370 degrees for 4-5 Minutes or until just lightly browned on the top. Remove and let cool for a few minutes before feeding to your pooch!
- Repeat until all treats are done. Store in an airtight container away from moisture and heat.
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