No-Bake Homemade Dog Treat Recipes Recipe
These no-bake homemade dog treats are a healthy, tasty, and easy-to-make snack for your furry friend. Made with natural ingredients like unsweetened peanut butter, pumpkin puree, and old-fashioned oats, these treats provide essential nutrients and fiber while being free from artificial additives. Perfect for bonding with your pet and rewarding good behavior without any cooking required.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: About 20-25 small treats 1x
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Pet Food
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened, plain)
- 1/2 cup natural, unsweetened, and unsalted peanut butter
- Optional: 1/4 cup plain natural applesauce (no added sugar or sweeteners)
- Optional: 1/4 cup plain yogurt (no artificial sweeteners)
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Optional Add-ins
- Mashed bananas or shredded carrots for extra nutrition and flavor
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Collect 1 cup of pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup of natural peanut butter, 2 cups of rolled oats, and optionally some applesauce or plain yogurt if you want to add extra moisture and flavor.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree and peanut butter. Stir well until you get a smooth, uniform mixture. If using, add the applesauce or yogurt now and mix to incorporate.
- Add the Oats: Gradually add the rolled oats to the wet mixture. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and is sticky enough to shape. The oats add texture and help bind the treats together.
- Form the Treats: Using your hands, form small balls approximately one inch in diameter from the dough-like mixture. Place each ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chill the Treats: Place the sheet with the formed treats into the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes. This chilling process helps firm up the treats so they hold their shape.
- Serve to Your Dog: Once chilled and firm, the treats are ready. Offer them as a healthy reward or snack for your dog. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use only natural, unsweetened, and unsalted peanut butter to avoid harmful additives.
- Ensure any yogurt used does not contain xylitol or artificial sweeteners that are toxic to dogs.
- Adjust the size of the treats according to your dog’s size and dietary needs.
- Store treats in the refrigerator and use within one week for freshness.
- Optional ingredients like mashed bananas or shredded carrots can be added for extra nutrition.
- Consult your veterinarian if your dog has any food allergies or dietary restrictions before introducing new treats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat (approx. 15g)
- Calories: 45 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 2.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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