Pumpkin Puree and Banana Dog Treats Recipe
These Pumpkin Puree and Banana Dog Treats are soft, nutritious, and easy to make with just a few pantry staples. Packed with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin, banana, oat flour, and peanut butter, these treats provide fiber, vitamins, and healthy fats to support your dog’s digestion, energy, and coat health. Perfect as daily rewards, they are customizable for grain-free diets and ideal for all dog sizes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 25–30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 25 small treats 1x
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pet Food
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened, not pie filling)
- 1¾ cups oat flour (or almond flour for grain-free)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp natural peanut butter (xylitol-free only!)
Optional Add-ins
- A dash of Ceylon cinnamon for cozy aroma
- 1 tsp unsweetened applesauce for extra softness
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, mash the ripe banana and stir in the pumpkin puree, egg, and natural peanut butter until well combined.
- Add Flour: Gradually add the oat flour to the wet mixture, stirring continuously until a soft dough forms. If using, mix in optional cinnamon or applesauce here.
- Roll Out Dough: Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about ½ inch thickness for even baking.
- Cut Shapes: Use cookie cutters (bone and heart shapes recommended) to cut the dough into small treats. Alternatively, roll into balls and flatten with a fork if cutters aren’t available.
- Bake Treats: Arrange the cut shapes on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the treats to cool completely on a wire rack before offering them to your dog to ensure safety and optimal texture.
Notes
- Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–4 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 7 days to maintain freshness.
- Freeze treats for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.
- If dough is too sticky, add more flour gradually.
- If dough is dry or crumbly, add a spoonful of pumpkin puree or applesauce.
- For softer treats, bake less time; for crunchier treats, add 3–5 minutes to baking time.
- Always use xylitol-free peanut butter to keep treats safe for dogs.
- Introduce treats slowly and monitor for any food sensitivities.
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