Treat your furry friend to crunchy, wholesome, and safe homemade cookies! Made with just 4 simple ingredients, these peanut butter dog treats are quick to bake, customizable, and packed with flavor your pup will love.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple Ingredients: Only whole wheat flour, peanut butter, coconut oil, and baking powder. No fillers or preservatives.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 20 minutes!
- Customizable: Bake longer for crunch or slightly less for softer treats perfect for dogs of all ages.
- Safe & Wholesome: Made with xylitol free peanut butter and dog friendly ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ⅓ cup coconut oil, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
Rice flour or coconut flour can be used as a wheat-free option.
Ensure the peanut butter contains no xylitol it’s toxic to dogs.
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prep Pan
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine flour, water, peanut butter, coconut oil, and baking powder until a dough forms. - Roll & Cut Dough
On a floured surface, roll the dough to about ½-inch thick. Cut into desired shapes with a cookie cutter, knife, or cup. - Bake
Arrange cookies on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until edges start to turn golden brown. - Cool
Let treats cool completely before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For crunchier cookies, roll dough thinner or bake a few extra minutes.
- For softer cookies, bake slightly less time perfect for older dogs.
- Swap peanut butter with plain pumpkin puree or mashed sweet potatoes for a new flavor.
- Every ingredient is human safe though these treats are tailored for pups, humans can nibble too!
Storage
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months; thaw before serving.
Nutrition (per treat, approx.)
- Calories: 50
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Fiber: 1g
These homemade peanut butter dog treats are simple, safe, and always a hit. Make a big batch to keep your pup happy and tail wagging!
Homemade Peanut Butter Treats for Dogs
Treat your furry friend to crunchy, wholesome, and safe homemade cookies! Made with just 4 simple ingredients, these peanut butter dog treats are quick to bake, customizable, and packed with flavor your pup will love.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ⅓ cup coconut oil, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prep PanPreheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix IngredientsIn a large bowl, combine flour, water, peanut butter, coconut oil, and baking powder until a dough forms.
- Roll & Cut DoughOn a floured surface, roll the dough to about ½-inch thick. Cut into desired shapes with a cookie cutter, knife, or cup.
- BakeArrange cookies on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until edges start to turn golden brown.
- CoolLet treats cool completely before serving.
Notes
Whole wheat flour works wonderfully for most dog treats, but if your pup needs a wheat free option, rice flour or coconut flour are excellent alternatives.
Importan t: Always double check your peanut butter label. Some brands contain xylitol, a sweetener that is extremely toxic to dogs. Be sure the peanut butter you use is completely xylitol-free.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 20 Serving Size: 1 treatAmount Per Serving: Calories: 50Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 38mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 1g