Hey fellow dog lover! 👋 If you’re anything like me, your pup basically owns the house. Mine gives me that “you’re eating again without me?” look every time I head to the kitchen. So, I started experimenting with easy homemade dog treat recipes — and wow, my furry boss approves.
These recipes are fun, quick, and made with real food. No weird ingredients, no mystery powders — just wholesome stuff you probably already have. Grab your apron (and maybe a napkin for drool), because your pup’s about to live their best snack life.
1. Banana & Peanut Butter Oat Cookies
Why It’s Awesome
Three ingredients. That’s it. You mix, bake, and feel like the best dog parent ever.
Image Prompt: “A rustic wooden counter with a small mixing bowl of mashed bananas, peanut butter, and oats, with a curious dog nose peeking in.”
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (no xylitol!)
- 2 cups rolled oats
Instructions
- Mash bananas in a bowl.
- Stir in peanut butter and oats.
- Drop spoonfuls onto parchment-lined tray.
- Bake at 300°F for 25 minutes.
- Cool completely before serving.
Why You’ll Love It
Smells incredible while baking. Plus, these freeze beautifully. My dog literally sat by the oven waiting for the beep.
2. Apple Cinnamon Bites
Why It’s Awesome
Think doggie apple pie — minus the sugar crash.
Image Prompt: “Apple slices, oats, and cinnamon on a cutting board beside a small dog treat jar labeled ‘Apple Cinnamon Bites.’”
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup oats
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Mix ingredients into a thick dough.
- Spoon onto tray and flatten lightly.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
Smells like fall in your kitchen. And if you have leftover applesauce? Bonus batch time.
3. Pumpkin & Cheddar Biscuits
Why It’s Awesome
A little sweet, a little cheesy — the best combo since PB&J.
Image Prompt: “Freshly baked pumpkin dog biscuits cooling on a rack, orange hue with bits of melted cheese, a dog’s paw reaching for one.”
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1½ cups whole wheat flour
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Combine pumpkin and cheese.
- Stir in flour until dough forms.
- Roll out and cut into fun shapes.
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
I made these once and ended up eating the edges (don’t judge). They smell that good.
4. Peanut Butter & Carrot Crunchers
Why It’s Awesome
Perfect crunch and full of beta-carotene — like doggie vitamins that taste amazing.
Image Prompt: “Close-up of grated carrots, oats, and peanut butter mixture in a bowl, a spoon mid-stir.”
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cooked carrots
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
Instructions
- Blend carrots and peanut butter.
- Mix in oats until thick.
- Shape and bake at 300°F for 30 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
Budget-friendly and perfect for training rewards. My dog literally nudged the treat jar open for seconds.
5. Blueberry Oat Treats
Why It’s Awesome
Fruity, colorful, and full of antioxidants — yes, your dog deserves superfoods too.
Image Prompt: “Top-down shot of blueberry dog treats on parchment paper, with scattered blueberries and oat flour dust.”
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- ½ cup blueberries
- 1 cup oat flour
Instructions
- Mash banana and mix with blueberries and flour.
- Roll out and cut into shapes.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
Sweet but not sugary. I may or may not have eaten one (don’t worry — they’re human-safe).
6. Chicken Broth Biscuits
Why It’s Awesome
For dogs who love savory treats. My pup’s ears literally perk up at the smell.
Image Prompt: “A tray of bone-shaped chicken-flavored biscuits with a small bowl of broth beside them.”
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- ½ cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients.
- Roll dough and cut into shapes.
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
Simple, hearty, and guaranteed to get those puppy eyes locked on you.
7. Sweet Potato Chews
Why It’s Awesome
Zero grain, zero effort, and a chewy texture dogs go nuts for.
Image Prompt: “Slices of sweet potato arranged on a baking tray, warm orange tones, sunlight hitting the edges.”
Ingredients
- 1–2 large sweet potatoes
Instructions
- Slice thinly (¼ inch).
- Bake at 250°F for 2–2.5 hours, flipping halfway.
- Let cool — they’ll harden slightly as they sit.
Why You’ll Love It
No measuring, no mixing, just sweet potato magic. These keep well in the fridge for two weeks.
8. Frozen Yogurt Bites
Why It’s Awesome
Perfect for hot days — and no baking needed!
Image Prompt: “Small silicone molds filled with yogurt, banana slices, and a drizzle of peanut butter, placed in freezer.”
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 banana
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
Instructions
- Blend everything until smooth.
- Pour into molds or ice cube tray.
- Freeze for 2 hours.
Why You’ll Love It
Keeps pups cool and satisfied. My dog treats these like doggie ice cream.
9. Spinach & Parsley Breath Biscuits
Why It’s Awesome
Dog kisses are sweet… unless your dog’s breath says otherwise.
Image Prompt: “Green-tinted bone-shaped biscuits stacked beside fresh parsley and spinach leaves.”
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach (chopped)
- ½ cup parsley
- 1 egg
- 1½ cups oat flour
Instructions
- Blend spinach, parsley, and egg.
- Stir in flour.
- Roll, cut, and bake at 325°F for 20 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
They actually freshen breath! Plus, the green color looks super cute in treat jars.
10. Coconut Honey Bites
Why It’s Awesome
Smells like a tropical vacation — but for dogs.
Image Prompt: “Coconut flakes and honey drizzled over small round dog treats on parchment, sunny vibe.”
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut flour
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Mix everything into dough.
- Shape into small balls.
- Bake at 325°F for 15 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
Gentle on tummies and naturally sweet. Great for sensitive dogs.
11. Peanut Butter & Carrot Three-Ingredient Treats
Why It’s Awesome
Minimal ingredients, budget-friendly, great for simple days when you don’t want to fuss.
Ingredients
- 2 large carrots, cooked until tender
- 2 cups oats (rolled, or ground)
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 °F and line a baking sheet.
- Boil carrots until fork-tender (~5-10 minutes). Drain and add to food processor with oats and peanut butter; blend to a sticky dough.
- Roll dough ~½″ thick, cut shapes.
- Bake ~35-40 minutes until dry and lightly browned. Let cool.
Why You’ll Love It
Super economical and healthy-ish. I made these when I had leftover carrots and oats and thought, “Why not?”… and the pup approved. Extra tip: if the dough is too wet, add more oats; if it’stoo dry, add a splash more peanut butter.
Final Thoughts
And there you have it — 10 easy, dog-approved homemade treats that’ll make you the most popular human in the house.
Whether you’re baking, freezing, or just slicing up sweet potatoes, every one of these recipes brings you and your pup closer (and saves you a trip to the overpriced pet aisle).
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