easy homemade dog treats with oats

By Isabella Storyclaire

last updated September 16, 2024

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Easy Peanut Butter Pumpkin Dog Treats (3 Ingredients!)

The pups have voted: These homemade peanut butter pumpkin dog treats are worthy of the MB blog! Theyre crispy, peanutty, wholesome, easy to make, and our pups were begging for more. Even our friends pickier dog went crazy for them!

Bonus? Theyre human-approved for ease and affordability just 3 simple ingredients and 1 bowl required. Lets make dog treats!

All you need for these wholesome dog treats is:

Peanut butter a favorite ingredient among dogs that boasts plenty of healthy fat and protein
Pumpkin pure (store-bought or homemade) soothing for pups digestion and adds plenty of fiber and micronutrients
Oat flour oats add even more fiber, vitamins, and minerals and help the treats crisp up in the oven!

Simply combine your wet ingredients, add oat flour, and mix. Then roll out, stamp with your favorite cookie cutter (like this bone-shaped set!), and bake until golden brown and crispy.

Let cool completely before letting your pup enjoy!

We cant wait for your pups to try these treats! Theyre:CrispyPeanuttyPumpkin-yWholesomeEasy to make& Dog- and puppy-approved!

If your pup tries this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, woof, paw, scratch, rate it, and dont forget to tag a photo@minimalistbakeron Instagram. Wed LOVE to see your fur baby enjoying our homemade dog treats. Cheers, friends!

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 30 (1-inch circles or small bones)

Course Snack

Cuisine Nut-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan

Freezer Friendly 1 month

Does it keep? 1 Week

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1/2 cup natural peanut butter (make sure it contains just one ingredient: peanuts)
1/2 cup canned pumpkin pure (or sub homemade)
3/4 cup oat flour (plus more for rolling)

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (176 C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
To a medium bowl add peanut butter and pumpkin pure. Mix well to thoroughly combine. Next, add oat flour and stir using a wooden spoon or spatula. You may need to knead with your hands as the mixture gets thicker. Form the dough into a rough disk. It should look and feel just like playdoh at this point.
Dust your work surface with oat flour and place your dough in the center of the flour. Dust the top of your disk with more oat flour. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out so it's 1/4-1/2 inch thick.
Use a 1-inch (or similar size) cookie cutter (we like these!) to cut out as many dog treats as you can. Place them on the baking sheet about 1 inch apart. They wont spread, so you don't have to worry about placing them too close together. Re-roll the leftover dough and cut out any extra treats from the scraps that are left behind. As the recipe is written, you should have about 30 dog treats.
Bake on the center rack for 30-35 minutes until they are dry to the touch. Let cool on pan for 5 minutes before transferring onto a cooling rack and cooling completely before sharing with your furry friends!
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

*Nutrition information is a rough estimate.

Serving: 1 treat Calories: 34 Carbohydrates: 2.6 g Protein: 1.3 g Fat: 2.3 g Saturated Fat: 0.4 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4 g Monounsaturated Fat: 1.2 g Trans Fat: 0 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 0 mg Potassium: 34 mg Fiber: 0.7 g Sugar: 0.4 g Vitamin A: 417 IU Vitamin C: 0 mg Calcium: 4 mg Iron: 0.2 mg

3 Ingredient Dog Treats

These homemade 3 ingredient dog treats are made with sweet potato, peanut butter, and oatmeal.

They are so easy to make and good for your dog too! Get the recipe here.

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Why These 3 Ingredient Dog Treats are the Best

There is a time and place for complicated recipes. When you really dont have time for all that, these 3-ingredient dog treats are a sanity-saver.

In fact, you probably already have all of the ingredients in your pantry or refrigerator.

These DIY sweet potato dog treats are made with whole, vegan ingredients so they are actually good for your dog. Your pup will think they are eating a treat, but you will know they are eating their vitamins.

Want to know what is so healthy about them? Ill tell you the nutrition information about these all-natural dog treats here in this post.

Dog treats with sweet potato and oats are some of the best healthy dog treats you can make.

If you enjoy baking healthy dog treats, then this recipe is just for you!

The crunchy homemade dog treats recipe is just a little further below. First, heres more about the ingredients and why I chose to use them.

Benefits of Sweet Potato

These are the best dog treats because of the nutrient-dense sweet potatoes. My favorite thing about them is that they are packed with disease-fighting antioxidants. These antioxidants help your dogs body fight common healthy issues related to aging.

Since they have lots of fiber, sweet potatoes are also good for your dogs gut. It will help them stay regular.

Sweet potatoes are also really good for your dogs blood pressure. Since they have lots of potassium, they help your dogs body regular fluid balance and keep their blood pressure at a healthy level.

Benefits of Oatmeal

Did you know that oats have a bunch of healthy nutrients too? Thats why oatmeal treats for dogs are a great thing to make for them!

The most obvious benefit is that oatmeal is a safe alternative to wheat for dogs that are intolerant or sensitive to gluten. Yes, my treats are naturally gluten-free.

Oats have vitamin B which helps your pet maintain a healthy coat. Its also a good source of omega-6 fatty acids that helps keep a dogs skin strong and healthy.

Just like sweet potatoes, oats have soluble fiber in them too this will help them regulate glucose levels and give them relief if they are having irregular bowel movements.

3 Ingredient Dog Treats Recipe Ingredients

The quantity of the 3 ingredients and the step-by-step directions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this article. First, I want to share some additional information about the ingredients I used in these cookie dog treats.

Heres a list of what you need to make easy dog treats. Use organic ingredients if you want to make organic dog treats.

Oatmeal Use old-fashioned or rolled oats. If you use quick-cooking oats, the treats wont be as crunchy.
Sweet Potato Its best to use a raw sweet potato and dont peel it before you bake it.
Peanut Butter Whether you use crunchy or creamy peanut butter is up to you. Always use unsweetened peanut butter.

Ingredient Notes

When you make this 3 ingredient peanut butter dog treats recipe, there are a few things to keep in mind.

Use natural or unsweetened peanut butter. Most regular peanut butter is sweetened. Dogs dont need sugar in their treats.

Do not use peanut butter that contains xylitol, a sweetener that is toxic to dogs.

Old fashioned oats and rolled oats are the same. So you can use either type of oatmeal to make the treats.

You can use quick-cooking oats but the treats will be moister and softer.

Do not use instant or steel-cut oats for this recipe.

Serving Size

How many homemade dog treats should you give your dog at once? That depends on what else they ate that day. This might be a healthier treat, but it is still a treat.

Treats should not be a dogs main source of calories they should be something they eat on rare occasions.

Dogs shouldnt overeat too many carbs even healthy ones from sweet potatoes and oatmeal. For this reason, I suggest only giving your spoiled hound one treat per day.

Equipment Needed

You probably have most of the kitchen items you need to make these homemade dog treats. You can use any regular silicone candy mold but a dog paw print mold gives these treats a fun look.

How to Make 3 Ingredient Dog Treats

These are the recipe steps and some photos of the process for making the treats. I hope they help you make this healthy dog treats recipe!

You can scroll down to the bottom of this article for a printable recipe card.

Bake a large sweet potato. Let it cool, then peel it and mash the flesh. Discard the skin.

Place a third of the oats in a blender or food processor and blend until it is like flour.

Place mashed sweet potato, oatmeal, oat flour, and peanut butter in a bowl.

Mix it with your hands until a dough forms.

Press the dough into silicone candy molds. Place the molds on a baking sheet.

Bake at 250 degrees for 2 hours.

Transfer the baked treats to a wire rack to cool.

Note that instead of using candy molds, you can roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to cut the dough.

If the dough seems dry or crumbly you can add more sweet potato, applesauce, or plain yogurt to give the dough moister.

How to Store Baked Dog Treats

Store the DIY dog treats in a container for dog treats. A dog treat jar is best so they are not mistaken for human treats. Here are some cute ones on Amazon:

Can you eat dog treats?

Yep, you sure can eat these treats! All three ingredients are safe for human consumption. Since they are not sweet, you probably wont like them. I suggest making Sweet Potato Cookies to enjoy and share with family and friends.

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More Homemade Dog Treat Recipes

Want to make more treats for your dog? Here are some different types of dog treats to make:

Want to get the best store-bought dog treats instead of making homemade ones? Check out these favorite dog treats on my Amazon dog treats ideas list.

3 Ingredient Dog Treats

Make crunchy homemade dog treats with three simple ingredients.

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes Total Time 3 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Ingredients

1 large Sweet Potato big enough to yield cup mashed
3 cups Rolled Oats
cup Creamy Natural Peanut Butter

Instructions

Bake the sweet potato at 400F for 45 to 60 minutes or until done (you can easily insert a fork into the middle).
Cool the sweet potato to room temperature.
Remove and discard sweet potato skin. Mash the flesh.
Measure cup of the mashed sweet potato to use in the treats.
Preheat oven to 250F.
Add 2 cups of the rolled oats to a blender or food processor and blend until it is the consistency of flour.
In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats with the oat flour.
Add the peanut butter and cup mashed sweet potato to the oat blend and combine using your hands until a dough forms.
If you are using a candy mold, simply press the dough into the mold making sure to fill in all the space.
If you are using cookie cutters, turn the dough out onto a smooth surface. Using your hands, squeeze and combine the ingredients until you have a flat, smooth dough. Flatten evenly with your hands or a rolling pin to about to inch thickness. Place the cutout pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Bake the treat at 250F for 2 hours.
Transfer baked treats to a wire rack to cool.

Notes

Be sure to use natural, unsweetened peanut butter. Do not use peanut butter with xylitol, a sweetener that is toxic to dogs.If the dough seems crumbly or dry, you can add more sweet potato or some water, applesauce, or plain yogurt.Store the baked dog treats in an airtight container.