Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treats
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Published Oct 10, 2016, Updated Dec 19, 2023
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Use leftover canned pumpkin to make these 5-ingredient pumpkin dog treats! They’re super easy to make and the perfect fall treat for your furry friend.
Since making peanut butter dog treats last year I’ve decided that homemade treats are where it’s at. They’re so easy and inexpensive! And although I personally haven’t taste-tested them, I know they taste pretty good because Olive, our Yorkie and all her friends gobble them up like they’re going out of style.
Olive’s birthday is coming up next month. She’s turning eight, which is so crazy. I remember the first week we got her. Isaac was living in DC at the time, in a grad program to become Montessori certified, and I was caring for an 8-week-old puppy, in a new city by myself. It was so hard and very much life consuming, but also the best thing ever.
She’s our baby and naturally, we don’t want her to get older. Hence the reason we always request the puppy cut when she’s groomed. The longer she looks like a puppy, the longer we can deny that she’s getting older.
That said, her birthday IS coming up whether we choose to accept it or not, so I thought it would be fun to make special fall-themed pumpkin dog treats with pumpkin puree and cinnamon to celebrate. Who says humans are the only ones who can enjoy pumpkiny treats?
Ingredients For Pumpkin Dog Treats
I tested making a pumpkin dog treat without peanut butter, but the batter was really wet and sticky, even with extra flour so I settled on a peanut butter and pumpkin mixture, which worked perfectly. I honestly think dogs will like this flavor combo better than plain pumpkin anyway! Here’s what you need:
- whole wheat flour – I like using whole wheat because it’s more nutrient dense, but all-purpose flour works too. You can also use a gluten-free option like sorghum, oat or garbanzo bean flour if your dog has allergies.
- peanut butter – this adds healthy fat and flavor. Make sure your peanut butter doesn’t have any added ingredients like artificial sweeteners as these can be toxic to dogs! Look for a brand with only one ingredient (peanuts) or two ingredients (peanuts and salt).
- pumpkin puree – use leftover canned pumpkin puree or make your your own using my pumpkin puree recipe. This gives the treats a hint of natural sweetness and helps the dough form together.
- vegetable stock – this helps moisten the dough and add a savory flavor that dog’s love.
- cinnamon – for a hint of spice!
What Cookie Cutters to Use for Dog Treats
I made some mini ones using a tiny dog bone cookie cutter because they’re the perfect size for Olive and small breeds, but I also I purchased a larger cookie cutter and made some bigger bones for Olive’s friends.
I couldn’t possibly wait until her birthday to give her a sample so she’s already taste-tested a few and loves them.
We shared some of the larger bones with Alyssa’s pups, Chloe and Maverick, and they were big fans as well so I think we can officially say they’re pup-approved!
I know it’s a little early to start thinking about the holiday season, but I wanted to mention that homemade dog treats are a great gift idea. Last year I made a few batches of these peanut butter dog treats and gave them as gifts to my friends and family who have dogs. They look really cute packaged in a mason jar with a label and ribbon. Just a thought if you’re looking for some cute gift ideas!
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Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup peanut butter*
- ¼ cup pumpkin
- ¼ cup stock (vegetable, chicken or beef)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Combine flour, peanut butter, pumpkin and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl. Add stock and stir until well-combined. The dough will be thick.
- Once combined, use your hands to press the dough into a ball. Place dough ball on a flat service (with a sprinkle of flour if needed) and roll out evenly with a rolling pin. Dough should be about ¼ inch thick. Use a cookie cutter to cut the dough into desired shape and place on ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 18+ minutes or until golden brown and hard to the touch. The baking time will vary based on the the size of the treats.
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Hi Brittany! Just wondering how many treats does this usually make? I know it kinda depends on the size but do you have a general amount?
It definitely depends on the size of the cookie cutter. I used a small bone cookie cutter and yielded about 50 or so treats.
This is the 3rd and BEST recipe I’ve tried for my pup. Quick, Easy and actually pretty tasty as far as dog biscuits go lol. I think the chicken stock made a huge difference. Good creation…thanks!
Yay!! So glad these treats were a hit!! Thanks for making them and for the review. I so appreciate it!
I cant wait to try this recipe for my dogs! Has anyone tried dehydrating them after baking to prolong the shelf life?
About how many treats does the recipe make as stated? My cookie cutter is about 2″x3″ but whatever info you have would be helpful.
My dogs LOVE these!!They can be playing loudly in the backyard and will run to the door when they hear their treat jar open.(3 dog home) I make this recipe in bulk. Because it is a proportional recipe, I use a whole can of pumpkin and then use the can to measure out other ingredients. I freeze 1/2 of the dough in a flattened zip lock bag. I bake the rest freezing half of the baked treat. This way I don’t waste pumpkin and don’t have to mess the kitchen as often. Also my dogs don’t care if they look like little bones etc. so I roll out the dough on silicone baking sheets then use a pizza cutter to cut the dough into squares. They break apart very easily when baked. (Takes a bit longer to bake but totally worth the time!)
I’m so glad these treats are a hit with your pups!! Thanks so much for making them and for coming back to leave a review, Julie. I so appreciate it!
I’ve made these dog treats several times. The first time I mad them I put them in an airtight container as suggested. After a week they started to mold. I now put them in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them. My dog loves them.
So glad these treats are a hit with your pup!! They’ll definitely stay fresh longest in the fridge or freezer. 🙂
Hi there, when you say stock do you mean liquid or powdered form? Can I use broth as well?
Hey Andira – I mean liquid stock. And yes, broth will work. Sorry for any confusion. I will update the post.
My dog seems to really like this recipe. I’d like to try it with oat flour, since my boy has a sensitive stomach. I know that oat flour doesn’t necessarily substitute to the exact amount as the whole wheat flour. Do you have any advice for how much oat flour I could use, keeping the other ingredients as is?
I think you could try it with still 1 cup of oat flour, maybe a touch less as they might turn out a bit drier with the oat flour. Keep me posted how they turn out!!
The switch to oat flour worked well. I made my own oat flour from oats. I used just a wee bit less than a cup of the oat flour.
Oh yay!! Good to know. Thanks for coming back to share, Emily!!
Even my picky dogs lived these!
Ahh, this makes me so happy to hear! Thanks for the review, Keri.
For the holidays, I made cookies for our Charlie Doodle and his furiends. These are a huge hit! I made small treats using cookie stamps to be festive! Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful recipe!
Ahh yay!! So glad these cookies were a hit with your pup! Thanks for making my recipe and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it.