My fur babies are part of the family, so it’s only fair that once I started learning to bake I learned to make treats for them, too! I made these easy peanut butter dog treats with just 4 simple ingredients, and my dogs love them! They’re crunchy, wholesome, and flavorful. I feel good knowing all the ingredients in the snacks I give my dogs.
My peanut butter dog treats are made with whole wheat flour, peanut butter, coconut oil, and baking powder– that’s it! They’re super simple to mix together, last for quite a while, freeze beautifully, and taste great, too! I’ll never buy store-bought treats again!
What’s in this Peanut Butter Dog Treats Recipe?
- Whole Wheat Flour: A wholesome, healthy option for these treats. If you want to make these treats wheat-free, you can use rice flour or coconut flour as a replacement. These alternate flours will work but might change the consistency a bit.
- Peanut Butter: An excellent source of healthy fats, vitamins B and E, and niacin. If your dog’s not a fan of peanut butter (or is allergic), pumpkin or sweet potato puree (make sure it has no added sugar or spices) is a great alternative.
- Coconut Oil: A healthy fat that can improve digestion and make your dog’s coat extra shiny!
- Baking Powder: Helps these treats bake up light and crispy.
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How to Store
Store peanut butter dog treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature before serving.
Tips for Success
- Check your peanut butter ingredients list carefully. Many peanut butters now contain Xylitol, an artificial sweetener that is toxic to dogs!
- I used an apple corer as my cookie cutter. Depending on the size you want, you can use any cookie cutter or even a pizza cutter to make squares.
- Every ingredient in this recipe is safe for human consumption. Without sugar, these treats may not be as tasty to you as they are to your fur baby, but you can eat them too. In fact, little ones may enjoy them as a healthy snack option.
- My rule in life is always moderation. I recommend starting with only 1 treat to see how your dog tolerates it or if they may have any adverse reactions (possibly to wheat flour). If there are no reactions, you can give your dog 2-5 treats a day, keeping in mind that the treats are about 50 calories each if made the same size as pictured.
Top Reader Review
- “My furbabies loved this, I added in blueberries and they loved it” -Cheryl Anderson
Peanut Butter Dog Treats Recipe
Ingredients
- 2½ cups whole wheat flour 300 grams
- 1 cup water 227 grams
- ½ cup peanut butter 135 grams, see note
- ⅓ cup coconut oil 75 grams, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon baking powder 14 grams
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Baking Sheet
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl until well-blended.2½ cups whole wheat flour, 1 cup water, ½ cup peanut butter, ⅓ cup coconut oil, 1 tablespoon baking powder
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out until it is about ½-inch thick. Cut out treats into small pieces using a knife or cookie cutter.
- Place the cut out treats on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the treats for about 15 minutes or until they begin to turn golden brown. Allow to cool.
Notes
- Important Note: Some peanut butter contains xylitol which is toxic to dogs. Make sure there is none in the peanut butter you are using.
Mimi says
Simple enough! Wasn’t sticky when rolling out!
Becky Hardin says
Happy to hear that! Thanks for sharing, Mimi!
Cheryl Anderson says
My furbabies loved this, I added in blueberries and they loved it
Becky Hardin says
We’re so happy to hear that, Cheryl! Thanks for stopping by!
Karen Knight says
This recipe is top notch! My four doggies loved these treats! And thank you so much for not making me hunt for the recipe! I will come to this site first in the near future.