Dog Treats

These peanut butter training treats for dogs are quick and easy to make, plus they are less expensive than store bought varieties. Made with only 4 ingredients, these homemade training treats are ready in about 30 minutes.

I’ll give you variations and substitutions where I can, plus helpful tips and tricks for success. Read on for this info as well as the recipe. If you’d like to skip straight to the recipe, use the jump to recipe button at the top of the post.

You may also be interested in my blueberry banana dog treats or my peanut butter banana dog treats. For ease of browsing, you can find all of my dog treat recipes in one place.

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Dog training treats with peanut butter

Making homemade dog treats is a great way to spoil your pup, and using them when training is a terrific idea. If your dog loves peanut butter, they are going to love these treats.

Training treats are meant to be given frequently while teaching dogs. They are used as a reward to reinforce good behavior or obedience. While training your pup, they will have quite a few of them, therefore they should be smaller than their regular treats.

Ingredients

These 4 ingredient training treats are simple to make, and use common ingredients found in your kitchen.

• Peanut butter – Read the label to make sure it does not contain xylitol.
• Oat flour – This is simply ground up oats, I’ll tell you how below.
• Applesauce – Make sure it is no sugar added.
• Water or broth – You can use plain water, chicken or beef broth. My dog was very sensitive to store-bought broth that contained onions (which are a big no-no for dogs), so I avoided it.

How to make peanut butter training treats

Making these training treats is so easy, and it’s a great way to get little hands involved. Below is a list of helpful equipment that you’ll need before you get started.

Helpful tools and equipment:

• Medium mixing bowl
• Sturdy rubber spatula or spoon
• Rolling pin or dowel
• Pizza cutter
• A ruler, if you (like me) are not great at making straight lines
• Sheet pan
• Parchment paper sheets

1. Add ground oats / oat flour, peanut butter, applesauce and broth to a medium mixing bowl.
2. Using a sturdy rubber spatula or spoon, mix until it looks uniform. It is a stiff dough, so you’ll need a sturdy tool to mix.
3. Roll the dough out to a rough rectangle. I like to roll it out between sheets of parchment paper to avoid sticking and having to use flour.
4. Cut the treats into squares. I use a pizza cutter for this – it makes quick work of it and it’s easier than a knife.
5. Space the peanut butter treats out on one sheet of the parchment paper you used to roll the treats. Place the parchment on the sheet pan and bake! (I flip the sheet pan and bake on the bottom – if you do this, just make sure you have steady hands so you don’t dump the treats! Ask me how I know this.)

To avoid any waste, I use the edges and scraps to piece together rough squares. By doing this, you use every bit of your dough and don’t waste anything.

How to make oat flour

If you are buying oat flour, you can stop now. Making oat flour is so easy! Add rolled oats to a food processor or a powerful, high speed blender, and let it run for about 30 seconds until the oats are ground into a fine powder.

Variations

You can swap out the applesauce for canned pumpkin purée (not pie filling), if your dog likes pumpkin. If you are out of oats, you can use flour to make these peanut butter training treats.

Frequently asked questions

Dog treat recipes

• Pumpkin carrot dog treats
• Banana pumpkin dog treats
• Fresh breath dog biscuits

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Homemade Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats are super simple and ready from start to finish in about 30 minutes.

Homemade dog treat recipes are easy, and less expensive than store-bought. Plus, you can customize them to your dogs personal tastes. Your pup may also like this pumpkin peanut butter dog treat.

For ease of browsing, you can find all of my dog treat recipes in one place.

I’ve been making homemade dog biscuits for my girl since she was a few years old. Homemade treats are really easy and I’ve been testing out some new recipes.

Like most dogs, Sugar is a fan of peanut butter and since I’m trying out a few new flavor combinations, this one was a no brainer.

Why this recipe works

Lots of you have been searching the site for a banana dog treat recipe. I wanted to create an easy, homemade banana dog treat that you could make for your pup without much hassle or effort.

Making treats for your pet shouldn’t take all day. These 4 ingredient dog treats are done from start to finish in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Elvis isn’t the only one who thinks peanut butter and bananas go well together. Sugar loved these banana dog cookies.

• Peanut Butter – Any brand of peanut butter will do. However, please make sure that it does NOT contain xylitol. It is a sugar substitute and is extremely toxic for dogs. Even a small amount can hurt them, so please read the label.
• Banana – Naturally sweet, it’s a tasty addition to the dog cookies.
• Oats – I used old fashioned oats.
• Egg – This helps to bind the treats, just as it would in regular baking. Plus, it’s added protein for the pup.

“OMG!!! My baby girl Indica loves these biscuits! She is a 7 month old Mini Schnauzer and sometimes mischievous terriers are hard to train. Well these treats have made our training sessions much easier! Thanks a million for sharing.”

-Amber

Quick and Easy Homemade Dog Treats

Making treats for your dog is no more difficult than a batch of cookies. Plus, there are so many options when you make them yourself.

If your dog has any sensitivities or allergies, you can easily avoid those and make them as healthy as possible for your pet. For sensitive tummy issues as well as breath freshening, try this dog biscuit recipe.

You can cater to your pets specific needs with DIY dog treats, especially those on a hypoallergenic diet or those with dietary restrictions.

Recently, I made Oatmeal Pumpkin Dog Treats for Sugar and tested them out on almost a dozen different dogs. They were loved by every single dog, even the picky ones.

Cookie cutters for Dog treats

This is the set of cookie cutters that I have. They are inexpensive and work like a charm. They cut neat, clean edges, which make pretty treats.

This counts for something in my book, especially if you are giving them as gifts.

Plus, they are easy to clean, which is also important. How many times have you had to dig dough out of a metal cookie cutter to clean it? At least a few dozen for me and it is something that makes me crazy, so I appreciate not having to do it.

Peanut butter banana dog treats

Looking for homemade dog treats without pumpkin? These banana oat dog treats are really good. I have tasted them, so I can say that honestly. The best part about making dog treats yourself is knowing exactly what is in them.

Luckily for me, my dog doesn’t have any allergies to food, so I don’t have to be concerned with that, but if your dog does, that is something you have to look at in their treats and food.

Knowing what is in their treats because you made them yourself takes away any concerns of recalls on products for contaminations and worries about what is in their food that might not be very good for them.

The combination of banana and peanut butter smells amazing while it is in the oven, so don’t be surprised if your dog starts lingering around the kitchen.

How to make peanut butter banana dog treats

For these treats, I’ve used old-fashioned oats instead of flour as the base. You’ll need to grind the oats a bit to make them finer.

1. Run the food processor for a few minutes to break up the oats.
2. Once you have ground the oats into a finer texture, add the banana, egg and peanut butter.
3. Blend until the dough is uniform. If your dough is a bit too dry, add in a tablespoon of water at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
4. Then turn the dough out onto a floured countertop to roll out and cut treats.
5. Place treats on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 16 – 18 minutes.

To make these treats shiny on top, I brushed them with an egg wash. I don’t normally do this, but I wanted to make them pretty for the photos.

If you are giving them away, it’s a nice touch and it makes them look extra special.

Variations and Substitutions

• Oats – Substitute old-fashioned oats with quick cooking oats. The texture isn’t exactly the same, but it will work.
• Egg – If your pup is allergic to chicken/eggs, you can substitute with a chia seed egg. Mix 1 tablespoon of chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water and let it gel. This usually takes about 5 minutes. Then, mix it into the dough.
• Banana – No ripe banana? No worries. Add 3/4 cup baked sweet potato instead.
• Peanut butter – Worried about your peanut butter? This peanut butter for dogs is perfect for these peanut butter banana dog treats.

Check out this list of tools and equipment for making dog treats.

How to store homemade dog treats

If you live in a cooler, less humid climate, you can store these treats in a cute dog treat jar on the counter for a few days, before moving them to the fridge or freezer.

However, I recommend storing them in the refrigerator for up to a week or so. You can also freeze them and take out a few at a time, which is what I do most of the time.

Keep a handful in an airtight container or zip-top bag in the fridge and store the remaining treats in the freezer for up to 3 months.

More dog treat recipes

• Easy blueberry dog treats
• Homemade dog treat with wheat flour
• Sweet potato dog treats
• Butternut squash dog treats
• Peanut butter dog treats

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Used in this recipe

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• Food Processor – this is a newer version of the one I own.
• Dowel Rolling Pin – my absolute FAVORITE rolling pin.

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This 5 ingredient Christmas dog treats recipe is a healthier way to spoil your pup during the holidays. Drizzle with dog-friendly icing to make them extra special! Homemade dog treat recipes don’t have to be time-consuming or difficult and this quick and easy recipe is proof.

This simple recipe is mixed up in one bowl for easy cleanup. Then, roll out the dough, cut out your dog cookies and bake.

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Christmas dog biscuit recipe

Homemade dog treats are the perfect way to spoil your pup and what better time to do that than at the holidays?

When I’m baking cookies to share with friends and neighbors, I always include a little something for their pups.

This tasty treat (I know it’s good because I ate one) is something nice for their dogs and the icing drizzled on top makes them a little special.

Making treats for your dog is no more difficult than a batch of cookies. Plus, there are so many options when you make them yourself.

Ingredients

This Christmas cookie for dogs is made from 5 simple ingredients: ground oats, molasses, egg, cinnamon and peanut butter.

• Ground oats – put rolled oats into food processor and grind until they are almost oat flour consistency with a few small pieces still in the mix. You could also buy oat flour, but making it yourself is less expensive.
• Molasses – regular molasses (I used Grandma’s brand), not blackstrap.
• Egg – I used a large egg.
• Cinnamon – regular ground cinnamon, nothing fancy.
• Peanut butter – PLEASE make sure your PB doesn’t contain xylitol. (These brands contain xylitol, so avoid them for dog treats: Go Nuts, Co., Hank’s Protein Plus Peanut Butter, Krush Nutrition, Nuts ‘N More, and P28)

What you need to make this recipe

Here is a list of helpful tools and equipment for making dog treats. Below are the items that I use most often.

• 11 cup food processor – all of my recipes are developed using this food processor.
• Bone shaped cookie cutters – this is the exact same set that I have.
• Rolling dowel – Used in almost every recipe for dog biscuits.
• A small cookie scoop – make drop style cookies instead of rolling cutout treats.
• Sturdy spatula – this is a stiff dough, you’ll need a good spatula.
• Disposable piping bags – for icing (optional)

How to make this Christmas dog treats recipe

First, grind oats in the bowl of a food processor. You can see that they are pretty finely ground, but not quite flour consistency.

If you don’t have a food processor, you can purchase oat flour.

Then, you’ll beat the egg with the cinnamon and molasses in a small bowl. Stir in the peanut butter and mix it in until it is uniform.

Lastly, stir in the ground oats and mix thoroughly. Roll out the dough, cut your shapes and bake!

To drizzle these Christmas dog cookies with icing, you’ll need to let them cool completely, just like any cookie. Let them cool on a rack for about 30 minutes before icing.

How to make dog friendly icing

This is the easiest dog icing ever! Mix a few tablespoons of low fat cream cheese with either plain yogurt or peanut butter. To get it to “piping consistency”, add a teaspoon or two of water to thin it out. That’s it – it couldn’t be easier.

Frequency asked questions

DIY dog treats make great homemade Christmas gifts too. I like to make small dog treat bags to give away to friends and neighbors who have dogs.

Quick tips and tricks for the best dog treats

To save a few minutes, grind the oats in the food processor ahead of time.

Roll the treat dough between sheets of parchment paper to avoid using flour. If that isn’t a concern, liberally flour the countertop before rolling out the dough.

Roll dough out to 1/4 inch thickness for treats – this gives a good-sized treat without being too thick. Also, the baking time and the yield could vary if you roll them out thinner or thicker.

Be gentle when cutting Christmas dog cookies out of dough – if it breaks, just press it back together on the baking sheet before baking.

Dog treat recipes

Christmas isn’t the only time to spoil your pup – check out these recipes too.

• Peanut butter banana dog treats
• Cheddar apple dog treats
• Sweet potato dog treats
• Banana pumpkin dog treats
• Soft pumpkin dog treats

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Soft and cheesy potato dog treats are a delicious way to spoil your pup. This quick and easy dog biscuit proves that homemade dog treat recipes don’t have to be complicated. They are less expensive than store-bought and so much better for your dog.

Dogs know a good thing when they’ve got it and homemade dog treats beat store bought every single time.

This recipe is sponsored by my friends at Idaho® Potato. I am so pleased to work with them. As always, all opinions, recipe and photos are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Pook’s Pantry.

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Dog treats without flour

A simple DIY dog biscuit with oats instead of flour can be especially good for dogs with allergies or digestive issues. Plain, unflavored old-fashioned oats (porridge) are what I use in many of my dog biscuit recipes.

Oats can be ground into flour using a food processor or a powerful blender.

The addition of potatoes keeps these treats soft, which is perfect for dogs with dental issues or senior dogs.

The next time you are making mashed potatoes, add an extra potato to the pot for these treats! Just make sure to keep it plain for your pup – no butter and cream, please.

Ingredients

This quick and easy 6 ingredient potato dog treat is made with common ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

I used an Idaho® russet potato for this treat because it has a light, fluffy texture. A waxy potato would not work quite as well here, because the texture is entirely different. That being said, if that’s all you have, use it.

How to make potato dog treats

First, you’ll need to boil the potato. Then use a masher or a potato ricer to break it up. A ricer will make it smoother and it is also makes the best mashed potatoes.

Next, combine all of the ingredients (except the water) in a large mixing bowl.

Use a sturdy spatula to combine it all together. At this point, feel your dough. If it is a little dry and you need a splash of water, add a tablespoon of two. I did not need any water at all for my treats, they were just the right consistency.

Now, you can either scoop your potato treats out and make round treats, or the other option is to roll them out to cut out shapes. To avoid using flour, roll the treats out between sheets of parchment paper.

This dough is very soft, so if you choose to roll them out, be patient. It is a little fiddly, because it is not a firm dough.

Healthy treats made at home don’t contain additives, preservatives or questionable ingredients like fillers. All dogs, no matter their age or diet, benefit from a healthier option.

Helpful tools and equipment

These dog treats taste a bit like a cheesy baked potato – for your pup. They are very quick and easy, especially with the help of these tools to get the job done:

• Food processor
• Bone shaped cookie cutters
• Heavy duty spatula
• Baking sheets

How to store dog biscuits

Remember that these treats do not contain preservatives like commercially made biscuits. My recommendation is always to store them in the refrigerator.

Keep them in an airtight treat container. I like this one because it’s easy to get into and it seals really well, keeping the treats fresh. Here is a list for all things dog that you can check out.

More homemade dog treats:

• Cheddar apple dog treats
• Pumpkin carrot dog treats
• Banana pumpkin dog treats
• Blueberry pumpkin dog biscuits
• Sweet potato dog treats

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Banana pumpkin dog treats are a big hit and making this homemade version is super simple. I’ve added banana to the mix because my dog loves bananas and it is naturally sweet. Making homemade dog treat recipes is not only easy, it’s less expensive than store-bought and you can customize them to your dogs personal tastes.

Try these peanut butter banana treats or this pumpkin dog treat recipe made with oatmeal. Both are quick and easy too!

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Banana Pumpkin Dog Treats

My dog is spoiled, but I’m guessing yours is too. Healthy, homemade banana pumpkin dog treats are quick and easy to make, plus they only have four ingredients!

For less than $5, you can make approximately 100 treats, which is a much better deal than store bought.

Our pets are like family. We do everything we can for them, right? Which is why I make biscuits for her, like these cheddar apple dog treats, instead of buying them when I have the time.

Sugar has always had a very sensitive stomach and sometimes store bought foods/treats have given her tummy issues, which is why I started making dog biscuit recipes for her in the first place.

For example, when she was a puppy I went through NINE different dog foods before I found one that didn’t make her sick.

Eventually, the vet suggested that I cook vegetables for her and mix them with her dog food. Sugar has been on this diet for a few years now with no issues, so I’m quite happy.

She eats what we eat most of the time, so it’s not really any extra work. Chicken, broccoli, cucumbers, sweet potatoes, apples, bananas, etc. My dog eats better than some of my friends!

These treats smell so good when they are baking! Sugar tends to hover nearby when I’m making these.

Another treat I’ve been making for her lately are these homemade dog treats with rolled oats. They are made without flour and couldn’t be easier.

Healthy Pumpkin Dog Treats

These dog treats are pretty tasty. I can say this because I’ve tasted them. Flour, egg, banana & pumpkin – that’s the entire ingredient list!

Nothing inedible and depending on the size of your cookie cutter, you’ll get about five times as many treats for the price of one store-bought bag.

That’s worth the effort right there, if you ask me. Speaking of effort… it’s hardly any at all. A bit of mixing and rolling, no more than making cookies, and your dog won’t care if they aren’t perfect.

They’ll just be happy to know they are getting something special. These pumpkin peanut butter dog treats are another favorite recipe.

How to store homemade dog treats

If you live in a cooler, less humid climate, you can store these treats in a cute dog treat jar on the counter for about a week.

Because I live in a warmer, humid climate, I’d only keep them on the counter for a few days, then store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze them and take out a few at a time, which is what I do most of the time.

Homemade Dog Treats

The first time I made these, I used whatever cookie cutters I had hanging around. Then, after a few people almost ate them thinking they were for human consumption, I bought these bone-shaped cutters.

I’ve had them for about a year and so far, no rust. I’m happy about that, as some cutters tend to get rusty after awhile.

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Sugar loves these treats and I hope your pup does too! Please consider rating and/or commenting. I love hearing from you!

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Thanks for stopping by! Have a delicious day 🙂

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Originally published 2/13/17, most recent update 10/18/21.

These 4 ingredient pumpkin carrot dog treats are mixed together by hand and they are ready in about 30 minutes, to the delight of your pup. Just stir the dough together, then roll out and bake your bone-shaped dog cookies. Homemade dog treat recipes don’t have to be complicated or difficult. This recipe uses common ingredients for an easy, DIY recipe your dog will love.

Like many of my pumpkin dog treats, I try to keep the ingredients to a minimum. This recipe has only four ingredients and you probably have all of them in your kitchen already.

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Pumpkin and carrot dog treats

Healthy treats made at home don’t contain additives, preservatives or questionable ingredients like fillers. All dogs, no matter their age or diet, benefit from a healthier option.

My dog Sugar loves pumpkin, so I incorporate it into lots of my DIY dog treat recipes for her. I keep a can or two of canned pumpkin in the pantry year-round, so I can keep her treat container full at all times.

Ingredients

This pumpkin and carrot dog treats recipe is low fat, which is great for senior dogs. Just like people, as our pups get a bit older, they are less active and require fewer calories than they did when they were growing puppies.

1. Whole wheat flour – You can swap regular AP flour, or whichever flour you prefer for your pup.
2. Grated carrots – 2 or 3 medium sized carrots is all you’ll need.
3. Canned pumpkin – Be sure it is pure pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling. They are not interchangeable.
4. Eggs – 2 large eggs, use whatever size you have (as long as they aren’t pullet eggs).

Helpful tools for making carrot pumpkin dog treats

Here is a list of helpful tools and equipment for making dog treats. Below are the items that I use most often.

• Bone shaped cookie cutters – this is the exact same set that I have.
• Rolling dowel – Used in almost every recipe for dog biscuits.
• A small cookie scoop – make drop style cookies instead of rolling cutout treats.

If you find yourself making a lot of treats for your pup, like I do, it’s worth investing in a few of these tools.

These adorable dog treat gift bags also come in handy (especially around the holidays), for sharing with friends and neighbors with pups.

Procedure

Making homemade dog treats isn’t much different than making a simple batch of cookies.

Stir everything together in a large mixing bowl. You’ll need to use a clean hand to work in all of the flour, then dust the counter with a bit of flour and roll out the dough.

This is what your dough should look like – it will be a stiff dough when all of the flour is worked in.

Use a small cookie cutter (about 2 inches) to cut treats out and place on lined baking sheet.

Bake for about 20 minutes and then let them cool completely before feeding these carrot pumpkin dog treats to your pup.

Homemade dog treat FAQ’s

Treat these like any other homemade baked good. They do not have preservatives, so they won’t keep quite as long as store-bought dog biscuits.

Dog treat recipes

• Cheddar apple dog treats
• Healthy sweet potato dog treats
• Banana dog treats with blueberries
• Oatmeal pumpkin dog treats
• Pumpkin turmeric dog treats

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Thanks for stopping by! Have a delicious day 🙂

Questions? Send me an email, I’m happy to help. I’d love to send you weekly tips and recipes, so you can get updates about what’s happening in the kitchen!

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Cheddar apple dog treats are a quick and easy homemade dog treat recipe. Made with only a handful of ingredients, these delicious DIY dog treats will become your pup’s favorite biscuit. They are less expensive than store-bought and so much better for your furry best friend.

Healthy puppy treats made at home don’t contain additives, preservatives or questionable ingredients like fillers. All dogs, no matter their age or diet, benefit from a healthier option.

If you make a purchase through one of the affiliate links, I make a few pennies at no extra cost to you. Questions? Please see disclosure for info.

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Pumpkin turmeric dog treats are made with 6 ingredients and contain anti-inflammatory ingredients that are perfect for senior dogs. Making homemade dog treats is less expensive than store-bought, with the added reassurance of knowing exactly what is in your dog’s food.

These oatmeal pumpkin dog treats get their bright color not only from the pumpkin purée, but also from turmeric.

Quick and easy, these simple treats for your pup are ready in about 30 minutes from start to finish.

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Turmeric dog treats recipe

If you have a senior dog, or if you are over the age of 40, you are likely familiar with aching joints. Just like us, as our dogs age, they develop issues like arthritis, muscle stiffness and sore joints.

Turmeric not only helps these ailments in humans, it works for dogs as well. There are turmeric supplements for dogs, if your pup needs a bit extra, but as always, consult your vet first.

I was glad to find this because my pup likes pumpkin, and I needed to find a treat with turmeric for her old joints. She gobbled it up, then promptly rolled over to earn a second one!

– Robin

Golden paste

Turmeric alone is not as effective as it is when combined with black pepper. Add to that mixture some coconut oil and a bit of water and now you have “golden paste”.

These treats contain all of the ingredients of the magic concoction that holds anti-inflammatory properties. Give them a try for a couple of weeks to see if your dog moves a little easier.

When introducing new foods, it’s always best to start in small quantities, especially if you have a pup with a sensitive stomach. These fresh breath dog biscuits aid in digestion, and calm upset tummies, in addition to helping with “puppy breath”.

How to make pumpkin turmeric dog treats

The first step in making these turmeric dog biscuits is grinding oatmeal. I use a food processor to grind the oats.

Because this dough is a little sticky, it’s easier to use this small cookie scoop to make the treats instead of rolling it out. It is the exact one I used, it holds 1 tablespoon and makes a perfectly-sized treat for smaller dogs.

1. Measure out your ingredients.
2. Mix everything together with a rubber spatula in a medium bowl. (The pumpkin and turmeric may stain, so choose your spatula accordingly)
3. Use a small cookie scoop to portion out treats. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Flatten slightly before baking.

How to store homemade dog treats

Because I live in a warmer, humid climate, I’d only keep them on the counter for a few days, then store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

If you live in a cooler, less humid climate, you can store these treats in a cute dog treat jar on the counter for about a week.

You can also freeze them and take out a few at a time, which is what I do most of the time.

More dog treat recipes

If you’re looking for more, I have a dog treat recipes eBook. It is a full color, downloadable book with helpful tips and tricks, plus a shopping guide and more.

Here are a few of Sugar’s favorites treats:

• Banana pumpkin dog treats
• Peanut butter banana dog treats
• Banana blueberry dog treats

These treats will keep in an airtight container for a couple of days on the counter. If you store them in the fridge, they will last at least a couple of weeks and in the freezer, they will last several months.

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