Homemade Dog Treats – It’s Time To Treat Your Pup!
Are you ready to stop buying your pup treats at the store and instead make your own at home? These Homemade Dog Treats are so simple and easy to do! Plus, since you’re making them from scratch, you know everything that you’re putting into them which is better for your furry four-legged best friend as well.
What I love most about making my own DIY dog treats is that they’re ready in no time at all. I can have an entire batch made up before I would even be able to get in my car and drive to the store.
And who can deny those adorable puppy eyes staring up at you just begging for treats? I know that I can’t so this recipe was an instant hit!
Are there ingredients that are harmful to dogs?
While I don’t know all of them, I do know it’s important to not give dogs peanut butter or almond milk that contains xylitol. This is extremely bad for them and will cause harm.
Can I use any type of peanut butter for this recipe?
No, you can’t. I like to use natural peanut butter as this is the best choice for our household but you need to also be aware that you should never give your dogs a low sugar peanut butter that contains sugar alternatives. Stay natural to avoid issues or harm.
How often can my dog have one of these Peanut Butter dog treats?
That is up to you but if you wanted to “treat” them to one or two per day, I would assume that it would be fine. Just make certain to monitor them and stop if they’re having any issues.
Ready to learn how to make these delicious homemade treats? The recipe is below!
Homemade Dog Treats
Gather up your simple ingredients to get started!
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup all-natural smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup milk (organic cow milk or unsweetened plain almond milk that does not contain any artificial sweeteners)
- 1 tablespoon molasses
Supplies Needed:
- Mixing Bowl
- Dog Bone Cookie Cutter
How to make these simple homemade dog biscuits
Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and baking powder. Add the peanut butter, milk, and molasses; mix until well combined.
Roll the dough out between two sheets of parchment paper (or waxed paper) to ¼ inch thickness.
Cut the dough into small shapes with a cookie cutter. Transfer each dog treat to an ungreased baking sheet, leaving ½ inch of space between each treat.
Bake at 350F for 15-17 minutes. The treats may still be slightly soft in the center but should be fairly dry and hardened around the edges.
Remove the dog treats from the oven and cool to room temperature.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
My Favorite Cookie Cutters
An you can use these for human cookies too.
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See how simple this recipe is? Your pup is going to be so happy to think that you made up a batch of homemade dog treats just for them!
Hostess Gift Idea
Fill a pretty vase or jar with these to take to your favorite host.
I have to know..
Will you give your dog a homemade dog treat “just because” or do they earn them throughout the day?
If you like making these treats or cookies for your pups, here’s some human ones to try:
My Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookie
Trader Joe’s Cookie Butter Cookies
Walnut Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Homemade Dog Treats
Check out these simple homemade dog treats!
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup all-natural smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup milk (organic cow milk or unsweetened plain almond milk that does not contain any artificial sweeteners)
- 1 tablespoon molasses
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and baking powder. Add the peanut butter, milk, and molasses; mix until well combined.
Roll the dough out between two sheets of parchment paper (or waxed paper) to ¼ inch thickness.
Cut the dough into small shapes with a cookie cutter. Transfer each dog treat to an ungreased baking sheet, leaving ½ inch of space between each treat.
Bake at 350F for 15-17 minutes. The treats may still be slightly soft in the center but should be fairly dry and hardened around the edges.
Remove the dog treats from the oven and cool to room temperature.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
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Happy Travels,
Rosemary
