Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats
These Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats are one of the easiest homemade treats you can make for your furry family members. They’re simple, wholesome, easy to customize, and always a huge hit with dogs.
Made with pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and simple pantry ingredients, these homemade dog treats come together quickly and bake into crunchy little treats your pups will absolutely love.
One of my favorite things about making homemade dog treats is knowing exactly what is going into them. Plus, they make the kitchen smell amazing while they bake, and honestly, the dogs come running the second they realize what’s happening.
These treats are especially perfect during fall and winter when pumpkin recipes are everywhere, but they work year-round and freeze beautifully too.
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats
- Made with simple pantry ingredients
- Easy homemade treats for your dogs
- Great way to use leftover pumpkin puree
- Dogs absolutely love the peanut butter flavor
- Easy to customize with different flours
- Perfect for training treats or everyday rewards
- Freezer-friendly for long-term storage
- No complicated ingredients or preservatives
- Fun homemade recipe for pet lovers
Why Dogs Love Pumpkin and Peanut Butter
Pumpkin and peanut butter are a favorite combination for many dogs because they are flavorful, rich, and easy to mix into homemade treats.
Pumpkin adds moisture and helps create a soft dough, while peanut butter gives these treats a rich flavor dogs go crazy for. Together they create homemade dog treats that smell amazing and bake into crunchy little snacks perfect for rewarding your pup.
ingredients and substitutions
Get the full ingredient list and full instructions in the printable recipe card below.
Please note: Making changes to any recipe as written can result in a recipe failure.
Any substitutions or variations listed are simple or tried and true changes that we think will work in this recipe.
Results are not guaranteed.
Ingredient Notes & Important Safety Tips
Pumpkin Puree
Make sure you use pure pumpkin puree and NOT pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie filling contains added sugar and spices that are not recommended for dogs.
Peanut Butter
Always check your peanut butter ingredients carefully before using it in dog treats. Avoid peanut butter containing xylitol, which is extremely toxic to dogs. Natural peanut butter usually works best.
Flour Options
These treats can easily be customized with different flour options depending on your dog’s sensitivities or dietary needs.
Some good options include:
- rye flour
- oat flour
- whole wheat flour
- brown rice flour
Honey
A small amount of honey adds a little sweetness and helps with texture, but it can be omitted if preferred.
You also need a cute doggy silicone treat pan. These are the ones I use:Â Â Silicone Dog Treat Molds
What Does Pumpkin Do for Dog Treats?
Pumpkin helps add moisture and structure to homemade dog treats while also creating a softer dough that is easy to shape and bake.
Many dog owners also love using pumpkin in homemade treats because it is simple, affordable, and easy to keep on hand throughout the year.
Why Homemade Dog Treats Are So Popular
More pet owners are making homemade dog treats because they like knowing exactly what ingredients are being used.
Homemade treats also allow you to:
- avoid unnecessary additives
- customize ingredients
- make treats for dogs with sensitivities
- create fresher treats without preservatives
And our dogs go absolutely crazy for homemade treats. Well, my dogs do anyway.
How to Make Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except flour.
- Add flour and mix until well blended.
- Pour batter into lightly greased dog treat pan.
- Bake 45 minutes.
- Allow to cool to room temperature before offering one to your pup.
tips & tricks for the best homemade dog treats
- Use natural peanut butter whenever possible
- Chill sticky dough before rolling if needed
- Silicone molds make shaping easy
- Roll dough evenly for consistent baking
- Bake longer for crunchier treats
- Smaller treats work great for training rewards
Can I Use Different Shapes?
Absolutely. These treats work well with:
- dog bone cookie cutters
- paw print molds
- any silicone treat pans
- any mini cookie cutters
- simple hand-cut squares
The dogs honestly do not care what shape they are, but the cute molds definitely make them more fun! (and great for gift giving!)
Bennie is sitting pretty waiting for his Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treat.
Can I Freeze Homemade Dog Treats?
Yes, and freezing is actually one of the best ways to store homemade dog treats since they do not contain preservatives.
Allow the treats to cool completely before transferring them to a freezer-safe container or freezer bag.
storage tips & leftovers
These homemade dog treats should be stored:
- in the refrigerator for short term storage
- in the freezer for longer storage
Because homemade treats do not contain preservatives, they can spoil more quickly if left at room temperature too long.
For best freshness:
- refrigerate up to 1 week
- freeze up to 3 months
Many dogs actually enjoy them cold straight from the refrigerator.
Best Occasions for Homemade Dog Treats
These treats are perfect for:
- everyday rewards
- training treats
- homemade pet gifts
- holidays
- dog birthdays
- fall baking days
- when you just want to spoil your pet
- adding homemade treats to pet care routines
recipe FAQs
Looking for more homemade dog treats for your pets?
Try these two ingredient dog treats, I am betting your dogs are going to love them as much as mine!
Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling!
- 1 Tablespoons honey
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- 1 ¼ cup water can use milk
- 1 egg
- 2 cups Rye flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except flour.
- Add flour and mix until well blended.
- Pour batter into lightly greased dog treat pan.
- Bake 45 minutes.
What a cute idea and healthy for your puppy
Who can say NO to peanut butter treats? I sure can’t and I’m sure my doggy won’t either :p Thanks for sharing!
These look great! I’m sure dogs would love these.
Bennie is too cute. My dog would love these peanut butter dog treats.
Thanks for sharing this recipe. We love making treats for our pets so much better for them!
I am going to make these for my two pups! They will be very happy about that.
I don’t have a dog, but these dog treats look yum. Sharing the post with friends who have pets.
I have family members that make all of their dog’s food and treats. I’ve wondered how common that is.
This is great and I bet dogs would enjoy this treat
This is a super cute way to include your pet in the holiday dessert festivities.
Dogs would love these. Good for a puppy Christmas present.
I am going to try and make these, are they soft or crunchy?
Hi Melissa, my dogs love them. They are semi-soft at first, but I leave mine out over night OR you can bake them about 5 minutes longer or so. Just watch so they don’t burn. Mine like them both ways, so it’s up to you how you do it.
Interesting post! I didn’t know that dogs can eat peanut butter but these looks like something dogs would love as a treat.
I think it is good to come up with homemade foods for your pets to make sure you are giving them something healthy and the ones your dogs will love. These pumpkin peanut butter dog treats sounds like a wonderful recipe to try out and could be handy for dog owners!
Omg how cute are these dog treats?’ I really should make a batch!
That looks so good! I think it’s awesome to make homemade treats for our pets, it’s going to make them feel loved and at the same time we’re serving them healthier treats!
There’s no denying how crazy pups are for peanut butter! To be able to make treats that are homemade would be so amazing!
What if I don’t have Rye Flour
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
Stefanie,
It’s all fixed now. Sorry. I switched recipe plugins to make everything better and a few didn’t transfer over properly. I’m glad you said something! 🙂 Enjoy!
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
I don’t see why you couldn’t try. I’ve never done it, but do let me know how it works out for you.
I used coconut flour instead of rye flour. However, if anyone tries this just know coconut flour is very absorbent and you only need 1/4 of the flour this recipe calls for. I made the mistake and had to quadruple the wet ingredients and now have 150 dog bones. Good thing I have friends with pups!
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
maybe im doing something wrong here, but i cant seem to see the recipe on this page anymore.
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
Question: Could I use oats (maybe blended in my Ninja) in place of the rye flour?
I’ve made these and used oats instead of flour, they came out a bit harder than I’d hoped but the dogs loved them =)
Are these ok for dogs with early kidney disease?
To be honest, I am not sure about that, I don’t have any experience with kidney disease in dogs. I would recommend that you check with your veterinarian before making anything for your best friend, to make sure it’s safe. Best wishes.
How many cookies does this make?
In the FAQ above the recipe there is this information. It’s hard to give an exact amount because it depends on the mold used.
How long do they last before the go bad after they’ve been baked?
I usually make up a huge batch and freeze them. Taking out only what I need for about 5 days. So I can’t really say past that but I would imagine that’s pretty close to the limit since they aren’t loaded with preservatives like traditional dog treats. Keep them sealed in an airtight container or bag and not in direct heat or sunlight and you should get about 4-5 days before you need to thaw more or toss out what you have out. I hope that helps!
Can you eliminate the honey without it affecting the results?
I believe you totally could. I haven’t made it that way, so I’m not sure, but the honey isn’t part of why it all holds together so it shouldn’t be an issue. Let me know how it works out and I hope your baby loves them as much as ours do!