Description
These Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats are a healthy and delicious homemade snack for your furry friend. Made with wholesome ingredients like oat flour, pumpkin puree, and peanut butter, they are easy to prepare and baked to perfection. Perfect for rewarding your dog with a nutritious treat that supports their health and happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups oat flour (or old-fashioned oats)
- ½ tsp. baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- ¼ cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
- ¼ cup chicken broth (reduced sodium or regular)
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the treats evenly.
- Make Oat Flour: Add whole oats to a high-speed blender and process for 10-20 seconds until you have a fine oat flour. Measure out 2 cups for the recipe.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, chicken broth, and egg until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the oat flour and baking powder into the wet mixture. Mix thoroughly until a dough forms.
- Divide Dough: Divide the dough into two equal balls to make rolling easier.
- Prepare Rolling Surface: Lightly dust a cutting board with additional oat flour or all-purpose flour to prevent sticking.
- Roll Out Dough: Place one ball of dough on the floured surface and roll it out with a rolling pin to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut Shapes: Use dog bone or paw-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the rolled dough.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the cut treats on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about ½-inch apart to allow for even baking.
- Bake: Bake the treats in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until they become firm to the touch and slightly golden.
- Cool Down: Remove the treats from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
- Store Treats: Store the cooled dog treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
- You can make your own pumpkin puree by baking and mashing fresh pumpkin if canned is not available.
- Ensure that the peanut butter used does not contain xylitol or added salt, which are harmful to dogs.
- These treats can be frozen for longer storage if desired; thaw before serving.
- Oat flour can be substituted with finely ground whole oats for a gluten-free option.
- Always consult your veterinarian before introducing new treats to your dog’s diet.
