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    Home » Techniques and Tips » DIY

    Homemade Peanut Butter Dog Treats

    Published: Apr 29, 2020 · Modified: Dec 7, 2020 by Laura Reigel · This post may contain affiliate links

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    The best DIY dog treats! These super easy homemade peanut butter dog treats are healthier and way cheaper than what you could buy in any store. You know exactly what goes into them.

    homemade peanut butter dog treats shaped like bones on a black plate | foodology geek

    My dog, Dexter loves the super simple dog treats. But, seriously what's not to love? They are basically peanut butter cookies for dogs. 

    I usually make my homemade treats with whole wheat flour, pumpkin, and peanut butter. 

    Of all the recipes I tried these healthy homemade dog treats were the easiest and seemed to be universally loved by all of the dogs that have ever snacked on them. 

    Once you make these, I think you'll agree that they are the best homemade dog treats. 

    What I love about these homemade dog biscuits.

    • Knowing exactly what's in them: When you make your own dog biscuit recipe at home you know exactly what you are feeding your pets. 
    • Allergy-free: Because these are homemade pet treats you can swap out the ingredients if your dog has any allergies. 
    • Dexter loves these: My dog and all the dogs in my family, love these homemade dog treats. 
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    Foodology Geek Recipe Notes

    Ingredients

    • Dry Ingredients: This recipe calls for whole wheat flour. However, if your dog is sensitive to grains you can swap out another type of flour. Almond flour is a good choice. Oat flour also works well in this recipe. You may have to adjust the amount to get the right consistency for rolling. 
    • Peanut Butter: I use creamy peanut butter when I make these dog cookies. You can use any nut butter as a substitution. But, dogs LOVE peanut butter so much!
    • Pumpkin: Canned pumpkin puree is used in this recipe but you can use sweet potato or even apple sauce here if you don't have pumpkin on hand. 
    • Broth: Any kind of broth works in this recipe. I like to use my homemade bone broth to make these even more healthy!
    • Cinnamon: I am not sure if the cinnamon adds a lot to this recipe. But I include anyways. The last time I made these, I was out of cinnamon and use pumpkin pie spice instead. Dexter didn't complain at all. 
    pineapple shaped peanut butter dog treats | foodology geek

    Special Equipment

    • Rolling Pin: A small rolling pin works fine for rolling out these cookies. 
    • Cookie Cutter: I have a cute bone and fire hydrant cookie cutter that I use in this recipe. Last year at Christmas I bought a pineapple cookie cutter! I made a batch of this healthy dog treat recipe shaped like little 🍍pineapples. 

    You can also find the cutest personalized dog bones on Etsy! 

    • peanut butter dough for dog treats rolled out with cookie cut out of it. | foodology geek
      Roll out the peanut butter dough.
    • fire hydrant shaped diy dog treats before baking.
      Use a cookie cutter to out the treats before baking.

    How to Make Homemade Dog Treats

    This healthy homemade dog treat recipe is so easy to make you hardly need any instructions. Just remember if you are swapping out the whole wheat flour for a grain-free option, you may have to adjust the amount that you are using. 

    1. Mix: Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl, mix with a wooden spoon. 
    2. Dump: Once the mixture has come together, flour your work surface and dump out your dough. 
    3. Make a Ball: Use your hands to knead the dough and form a ball. 
    4. Roll: Roll out the dough. It should be about as thick and a standard size pencil. About a quarter-inch. 
    5. Cut: Cut out whatever shape you have decided to use and place the dog biscuits on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    6. Bake: Bake the biscuits for about 18 minutes. Adjust the timing depending on the size of your dog treats. 

    FAQs and Expert Tips

    Is cinnamon toxic to dogs?

    Probably the most common question I get on this post is about the spices in this recipe.
    By all means, if you're not comfortable with the spices please leave them out. I'm sure your pooch will not complain one bit.
    However, rest assured that cinnamon is not toxic to dogs. According to this article released by the Pet MD, some spices contained in pumpkin spice, such as nutmeg can be toxic to dog in large quantities.

    What is the healthiest store bough dog food?

    In this article by Your Dog Advisor, you can learn how to shop for and buy the healthiest dog food for your canine best friend. The Healthiest Dog Food.

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    Homemade Peanut Butter Dog Treats

    Laura Reigel
    DIY Peanut Butter Dog Treats. These treats are loved by ALL dogs! Made with just a few simple ingredients: peanut butter, pumpkin, broth, and cinnamon. Swap out for anything that your dog might be allergic to. Nutritional info is dependent on size.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Course Cookies
    Cuisine Baked
    Servings 1 batch
    Calories 2367 kcal

    Equipment

    • bone-shaped cookie cutter
    • fire hydrant cookie cutter
    • pineapple cookie cutter

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups Whole wheat flour
    • 1 cup Peanut butter
    • ½ cup Pumpkin puree, canned or fresh
    • ½ cup Broth chicken, beef, or vegetable broth
    • 2 teaspoon Cinnamon optional: please see tips below
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C
    • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
    • Mix all of the ingredients in a large bowl.
    • Stir with a woden spoon or spatula. Once the dough is combined use your hands to make a large ball.
    • Cut the dough in half. LIghtly flour your counter top and roll the dough out to about ¼-inch thick.
    • Use your cookie cutter to cut out the dog treats and place them on the parchment lined baking sheet.
    • Bake for 18 minutes. You may need to cook your dog treats more or less time depending on the size. Keep an eye on them and check about halfway through baking.

    Laura's Tips + Notes

    Spices and Dog Safety
    If you have any concerns about the spices in this recipe, check out this article from PetMD. Can dogs eat cinnamon? 
    And of course, leave out the spices if you are still concerned. Honestly, these dog biscuits are good enough for humans to eat. 

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 2367kcalCarbohydrates: 233gProtein: 97gFat: 136gSaturated Fat: 28gSodium: 1660mgFiber: 44gSugar: 27gCalcium: 257mgIron: 14mg
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    Laura is the owner and CEO of Foodology Geek. She holds a degree in Physiology and Neuroscience as well as a Certification as a Nutrition Coach. Laura uses her love of cooking and science to create healthy real food recipes that you'll love eating.

    As a certified recipe hoarder, and meal prep maven Laura is passionate about sharing her love for cooking easy from-scratch recipes. She also shares the occasional family recipe and all of the technical details.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Aurora

      December 12, 2022 at 10:43 pm

      Most vegetable broth has onions in it please be careful. Onions are toxic to dogs.

      Reply
    2. Kelly

      April 06, 2022 at 9:47 am

      Love the recipe my dogs really enjoy these treats!

      Can you make recipe ahead and freeze? Have you tried?

      Reply
      • Laura Reigel

        April 06, 2022 at 10:52 am

        Kelly, you definitely can make the dough ahead of time and freeze it. If you haven't tried them out, Souper Cubes makes these really cool portioning trays perfect for freezing a portion of a recipe. I usually freeze the dough and then once it's frozen solid, I pop it out and put it in a freezer bag. Then you can thaw the dough out when you are ready to bake a batch. So convenient.

        Reply
    3. Joann Perez

      October 27, 2021 at 5:33 pm

      5 stars
      My grandson deebo absolutely loved them!!! I gave some to my dear friend for her 🐕 and they devoured them great recipe and so easy to make a definite keeper 😉 thanks so much 🙏 😊

      Reply
      • Laura Reigel

        October 28, 2021 at 1:40 pm

        I'm so happy to hear that these dog treats were a hit! Thank you for sharing your feedback.❤️

        Reply
    4. Shaye

      April 26, 2021 at 2:42 am

      Hi! Can I use all purpose flour instead of whole wheat?

      Reply
      • Laura Reigel

        April 27, 2021 at 5:13 pm

        5 stars
        Yes, absolutely. Just keep in mind you might need to adjust the amount of flour. If the dough feels too sticky you can add a few more tablespoons.

        Reply
    5. Donna Turner

      April 21, 2021 at 4:06 pm

      5 stars
      What is the texture of these supposed to be in the middle argh never used wheat flour before and they seem a little they look kind a wet still in the middle.. I'm wondering if this is normal.

      Reply
      • Laura Reigel

        April 21, 2021 at 4:20 pm

        5 stars
        Donna, these should be pretty dry...if they are done you will see them puff up just ever so lightly. You can easily toss them back in the oven if they aren't done. Oven temps vary so sometimes it's hard to say exactly.

        If you have a probe thermometer. the internal temp should be 200℉.

        I hope that helps.

        Reply
    6. Karen

      December 11, 2020 at 10:16 am

      These look great! How long do they last?

      Reply
      • Laura

        December 11, 2020 at 11:08 am

        Karen,
        These dog biscuits keep quite well. Once they are baked in the oven, they're pretty dry, like crackers. They will keep for at least 6 months in an airtight container. You're dog will love them.

        Reply
        • Karen

          December 12, 2020 at 4:05 pm

          Awesome! They turned out great! Thanks for sharing!

          Reply
          • Laura

            December 12, 2020 at 7:56 pm

            Thank you! I'm so happy to hear that they came out great!!!

            Reply
    7. Angela

      November 25, 2020 at 9:30 am

      5 stars
      Recipe sounds good! Definitely going to try it!

      NOTE: You might not want to use pumpkin spice! Nutmeg is toxic to dogs. It can cause some problems.😞

      Reply
      • Laura

        November 26, 2020 at 8:21 am

        Thank you Angela! Toxicity from pumpkin spice is usually only an issue when it's ingested in large amounts are ingested. Here's an article covering the safety of pumpkin spice and pets. 💜

        https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/uncategorized/pumpkin-spice-naughty-nice/#:~:text=Pumpkin%20is%20not%20toxic%20to,nutmeg%2C%20cloves%2C%20and%20allspice.&text=The%20other%20ingredients%20in%20pumpkin,usually%20the%20greatest%20toxic%20concern.

        Reply
    8. Joe Connolly

      September 21, 2020 at 11:18 am

      5 stars
      We just made these treats for the first time and our dog loved it. Came back wanting seconds right away. How do you store them and how long do they last? Kitchen smelled like fresh baked cookies.

      Reply
      • Laura

        September 21, 2020 at 12:41 pm

        So happy to hear that Joe! I store my dog bones in a glass jar with a screw top or a zip lock bag. In our house the dog biscuits don't last very long becasue Dexter munches them all. Esentially they are dehydrated and the have an extremely long shelp life. They should keep no problem for several months as long as they are completely dried out in the oven.

        I'll add that to the recipe. Thanks for sharing.

        Reply
    9. Omy

      July 08, 2020 at 7:34 am

      Hi!
      How you write the word “woof”?

      Reply
      • Laura

        September 21, 2020 at 12:38 pm

        The dog bone cookie cutter that I bought has the word WOOF in it.
        On Etsy you can order a personalized dog biscuit cutter. These are so cute!

        https://www.etsy.com/listing/293481943/dog-bone-woof-cookie-cutter-puppy-pup

        Reply
    10. Julie

      June 08, 2020 at 4:20 pm

      5 stars
      Don't forget to read the labels on your peanut butter. Some brands contain xylitol which is toxic to dogs

      Reply
      • Laura

        June 10, 2020 at 2:28 pm

        Thanks, Julie for that reminder!

        Reply

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