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About Homemade Dog Treats
Making your own homemade dog treats is a great way to show your pup some extra love. These easy-to-follow recipes for peanut butter and beef flavored dog treats are sure to delight your furry friend. Most of them use flour, water, peanut butter, and a few other basic ingredients, so stock up ahead of time! With a little bit a practice, baking acumen, and minimal time and effort, you can whip up a batch of these delicious treats that your pup will love!
Let's talk about a few of our favorite recipes and how to make them. Keep in mind the recipes are fairly similar and use simple ingredients. So, you can mix and match them to make your own variety or custom homemade peanut butter treat for your dog. Once you have the perfect recipe, save it. Your dog is sure to love them for a long while into the future.
Original Peanut Butter Puppy Popper Treats
This homemade dog treat recipe is sure to be a hit with your pup! With just four simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of Original Peanut Butter Puppy Popper Treats in no time. Preparing these treats is easy and fun, so get the family or kids involved for a special bonding experience. Plus, the peanut butter and milk will provide your pup with a sweet snack full of protein and healthy fats.
Summary
Preheat oven to between 350 to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (350 for lower elevations or 375 for higher). Combine flour and baking powder in a bowl. In a second bowl, the mix peanut butter and milk together. Then, add the dry and wet ingredients together and mix well so that it makes dough. Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and knead until it has a smooth texture. Roll out the dough using a rolling pin to 1/4 inch thickness and use cookie cutters to cut out your favorite shapes. Bake for 20 minutes on a lightly greased baking sheet until they start turning lightly brown. Cool on a rack, then store in an airtight container. Enjoy!
Note: Why does the heat vary? Elevation affects baking heat. If you are located under 2,500 feet about sea level, 350F may be enough. If you are located over 2,500, try 375F. Our friends in Colorado (5,280 feet high) use 375F to make treats.
Time Needed: 20 minutes
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Simple Peanut Butter Dog Chews
Next up, we have a Simple Peanut Butter Dog Chew recipe. Our peanut butter dog chews are a big hit, and the recipe is simple and easy to make with ingredients likely already in your pantry. With just two ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can whip up a batch of these tasty chews that will be sure to make your pup's tail wag.
Peanut Butter Dog Chew Ingredients
1 cup of creamy peanut butter
1 cup of whole wheat flour
Spritz of water (optional for dough)
How to Make Peanut Butter Dog Chews
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2: Combine creamy peanut butter and whole wheat flour in a mixing bowl.
Step 3: Use a wooden spoon to mix the ingredients together until they form a dough. (Add water as needed in very small increments. After kneading, dough should be a smooth texture and not sticky — add a little bit more flour if too sticky.)
Step 4: Roll the dough into small balls and flatten them out on a baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake for 20 minutes, or until the treats are golden brown.
Step 6: Allow the treats to cool completely before serving them to your pup.
Homemade Peanut Butter Dog Biscuit Treats
Our Homemade Peanut Butter Dog Biscuit treat recipe is another family favorite. This is one of the more complicated recipes with up to eight ingredients. You can pick and choose as needed depending on how you want to make your batch. We prefer to use the cornmeal since it gives the dough a nice texture similar to cornbread and the vanilla adds a special touch! Dogs love this recipe since it feels like they are getting a treat similar to what they smell us humans eating, but it's their own special puppy-friendly version.
Peanut Butter Dog Biscuit Treat Ingredients
2 cups flour
½ cup cornmeal
½ cup oats
2 eggs
3 tbsp. peanut butter
2 tsp. vanilla
½ cup oil
½ cups water (add additional water as needed)
How to Make The Dog Biscuit Treats
Step 1: Blend wet ingredients together in a bowl.
Step 2: Whisk dry ingredients together in another bowl and mix into wet mixture.
Step 3: Knead into a ball of dough, roll out to a desired thickness, and shape treats.
Step 4: Place treats onto a non-stick cookie tray or lightly greased baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake 20 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 6: Turn oven off and allow the biscuits to cool in oven until crisp and hard.
Step 7: Store treat biscuits in airtight container.
Beef Flavored Homemade Dog Biscuits
Well, this isn't a peanut butter one, but it's still really good! Make your pup a special treat with this easy-to-follow Beef Flavored Homemade Dog Biscuit recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and some beef broth, you can whip up a batch of delicious, beef-flavored biscuits that your furry friend is sure to love. Not only will these treats provide your pup with a tasty snack, but they also offer a great way to show your pup how much you care about them and appreciate their company.
Homemade Dog Biscuit Ingredients
2 cups of whole wheat flour
1 cup of oats
3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
1 cup of beef broth
How to Make Beef Flavored Homemade Dog Biscuits
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix together 2 cups of whole wheat flour, 1 cup of oats, 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil, and 1 cup of beef broth.
Step 3: Knead the dough until it is smooth.
Step 4: Roll out the dough onto a lightly floured surface and cut into desired shapes (dog bone or other pet-friendly shapes).
Step 5: Place shapes onto an ungreased baking sheet.
Step 6: Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 7: Allow biscuits to cool before serving to your pup!
Peanut Butter Oat Dog Treats in a Jar
If you're looking for a simple and tasty homemade treat for your pup, try this recipe for Peanut Butter Oat Dog Treats in a Jar. All you need is some peanut butter, oats, and honey to create tasty treats that you can store in a jar for up to two weeks. Not only are these treats delicious, but they are also an easy and fun way to show your pup some extra love.
Peanut Butter Oat Dog Treat Ingredients
1 cup of chunky peanut butter
2 cups of whole wheat flour
1 cup of oats
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp honey
How to Make Peanut Butter Oat Dog Treats in a Jar
Step 1: Gather the ingredients.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, flour and baking powder.
Step 3: Add the peanut butter and honey and stir until everything is combined.
Step 4: Slowly add in the warm water until a stiff dough is formed.
Step 5: Roll out the dough onto a lightly floured surface until it’s about ½ inch thick.
Step 6: Using a cookie cutter, cut out dog treats and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 7: Bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 8: Allow the treats to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container or jar.
Find The Best Dog Food
Choosing the right food for your canine companion can be a difficult decision. Whether you are looking for a dry kibble, wet food, or even homemade options, it is important to consider your dog's nutritional needs. Researching the ingredients in different types of dog food and comparing them to your pup's individual needs can help ensure that you are selecting the best option for their health and well-being. Read our ultimate guide to dog foods and feeding.
Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Dog Ball Recipe
For any pup parents looking for a simple and tasty treat for their furry friend, this Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Dog Ball recipe is sure to be a hit. Utilizing only four ingredients — peanut butter, oatmeal, honey, and bacon — you can whip up these delicious treats in less than 30 minutes. Not only will your pup love them, but they are also perfect for sharing with fellow pet owners. So why not give it a try and make your pup some no bake homemade peanut butter dog balls today?
No Bake Recipe Ingredients
1 cup of peanut butter
1 1/4 cup oats
2 tbsp. honey (optional)
1/4 cup bacon bits or crumbles (optional)
Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Dog Ball Recipe
Step 1: Mix together ingredients — peanut butter, oats, honey, and bacon in a large bowl.
Step 2: Roll the dough into small balls and place them in a container. (If the dough is too sticky, add more oats in small increments.)
Step 3: Place container in refrigerator overnight.
Wrapping Up the Dog Training Tips
Your pup will probably like one or two of these homemade treats better than the others. Be sure to mix and match and see which one they prefer the most! Document your creation steps and ingredients for the future. Our team is also often busy in the kitchen whipping up more treats, so stay tuned for more recipes, treats, and homemade dog food ideas.
Homemade Dog Treat FAQs
Get started making your homemade dog treats with these frequently asked questions.
Making homemade peanut butter treats is easy. The process is simple and usually requires minimal ingredients. Check out our recipes above. Most need some flour, peanut butter, and oats. Customize the ingredients to what your doggo likes.
When making homemade treats for your dog, it is important to be aware of the ingredients that you are using. Baking powder should be used in small amounts. You should usually use under one teaspoon of baking powder for an entire batch of treats.
When deciding between a baked or no bake homemade treat for your pup, the most important factor to consider is the ingredients that you use. A no bake dog energy ball treat recipe using peanut butter can be an easy way to provide your best friend with a yummy snack.
Peanut butter is known to be a safe and nutritious treat for dogs, and is commonly found in both baked and no bake recipes. When making homemade dog treats, it is important to choose the right kind of peanut butter. Natural, unsalted peanut butter without any added sugars or oils is ideal for baking as it has a more consistent texture and less chance of containing unhealthy additives or other potential allergens. Depending on your dog's dietary needs, you may also want to consider using a peanut butter that is specifically made for dogs. This type of peanut butter is often fortified with additional vitamins and minerals that may help improve your dog's overall health.