If you like to spoil your dog, try making a homemade dog treat! These 20 recipes are a fun and easy way to add some excitement to your dog’s diet. Many of these recipes utilize simple ingredients like peanut butter, oats, sweet potato, and pumpkin to create delectable treats that even you might be tempted to try yourself! (Always check with your vet before adding new foods to your dog’s diet.)
And while you’re pampering your pup with these tasty goodies, don’t forget about their comfort and safety when you’re away. At The Dog Kennel Collection, we provide a safe, fun, and loving environment for your furry friend, whether you’re out for a few hours or on a longer trip. Let us take care of your dog while you take care of spoiling them!
Baked Biscuits & Cookies
Peanut Butter & Banana Bones
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- ½ cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1 egg
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix banana, peanut butter, and egg until smooth.
- Stir in whole wheat flour until dough forms.
- Roll out and cut into bone shapes.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Let cool before serving.
Apple Cinnamon Oat Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions:
- Let cool before serving.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix applesauce, oats, cinnamon, and honey.
- Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly browned.
Pumpkin & Cheddar Biscuits
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- ½ cup honey
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix everything, roll out dough, and cut into shapes.
- Bake for 20 min.
Blueberry Oat Biscuits
Ingredients:
- 1 cup oat flour
- ½ cup mashed banana
- ¼ cup fresh blueberries
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash banana, mix with oats and blueberries.
- Roll out, cut shapes, and bake for 15 min.
Sweet Potato & Honey Treats
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- ½ cup honey
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix all the ingredients, roll out dough, and cut into shapes.
- Bake for 20 min.
Coconut & Pumpkin Dog Biscuits
Ingredients:
- 1 cup oat flour
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 egg
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the oat flour and coconut flour.
- Add the pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick on a floured surface.
- Bake for 20 min, or until golden brown and firm.
Frozen Treats
Berry Yogurt Pupsicles
Ingredients:
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup blueberries
- ¼ cup strawberries
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into silicone molds.
- Freeze for 4 hours or overnight.
Peanut Butter Banana Pops
Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- ½ cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
Instructions:
- Blend ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into molds and freeze for 4+ hours.
Chicken Broth Ice Cubes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup shredded carrots
Instructions:
- Mix broth and carrots.
- Pour into ice cube trays.
- Freeze for 3+ hours.
Watermelon Coconut Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 cup watermelon (seedless)
- ½ cup coconut water
Instructions:
- Blend watermelon and coconut water.
- Pour into molds and freeze 4+ hours.
Blueberry Yogurt Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- ½ cup plain yogurt (unsweetened, no xylitol)
- ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into silicone molds or ice cube trays.
- Freeze for 4+ hours until solid.
- Serve in small portions!
Soft & Chewy Treats
Carrot Cake Pup Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup oat flour
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix all ingredients.
- Pour into mini muffin tins.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
Banana Oat Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
- Stir in rolled oats, applesauce, cinnamon, and honey until well combined.
- Scoop small portions onto a lined baking sheet and press down slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm but still chewy.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Chewy Apple & Yogurt Treats
Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup oat flour
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix all ingredients and drop spoonfuls onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until just set but still soft.
Dehydrated & Crunchy Snacks
Crunchy Sweet Potato Chips
Ingredient:
- 1 sweet potato
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Thinly slice sweet potato.
- Bake for 2-3 hours until crisp.
Apple & Peanut Butter Chips
Ingredients:
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
Instructions:
- Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 2 hours.
- Spread peanut butter on apple slices.
Salmon & Flaxseed Crunchers
Ingredients:
- 1 can salmon (drained)
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- 1 egg
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the salmon and mix with the rest of the ingredients.
- Roll out dough, cut into small shapes, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until firm and crispy.
- Cool before serving.
Savory Meat & Protein Treats
Beef & Cheddar Training Treats
Ingredients:
- ½ lb lean ground beef
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup oat flour
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix all ingredients.
- Form into small bites.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
Chicken & Sweet Potato Meatballs
Ingredients:
- 1 cup ground chicken
- ½ cup mashed sweet potato
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup oat flour
- 1 tbsp dried parsley (optional for digestion)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
- Roll into small meatballs (about 1-inch in size).
- Place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Let cool before serving or storing in an airtight container in the fridge.
Tuna & Cheese Protein Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 can tuna (drained)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 cup oat flour
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix ingredients into a dough.
- Shape into small balls and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes.
Spoil Your Pup with Love and Care
Making homemade dog treats is a wonderful way to show your pup just how much you care, and with these 20 recipes, you can keep their taste buds happy and healthy. Whether you’re using peanut butter, pumpkin, or sweet potato, these treats are sure to become a favorite. And when you’re away, rest assured that your dog will be in good hands at The Dog Kennel Collection. We offer a safe, loving, and fun environment for your dog to enjoy while you’re gone, so you can have peace of mind knowing they’re well taken care of. Spoil your pup with delicious treats and let us spoil them with the care they deserve!
