Healthy and Easy Snack Recipes for Dogs
Our furry friends bring us endless joy, loyalty, and love—so it's only natural that we want to treat them with something special now and then. But not all dog treats are created equal. Many store-bought options are packed with artificial ingredients, preservatives, and excess calories that can impact your dog's health over time. That’s why making your own dog snacks at home is a wonderful way to ensure your pup is getting tasty treats made with wholesome, nutritious ingredients.
In this guide, we’ll share a variety of healthy and easy snack recipes for dogs that are not only simple to make but also packed with the nutrients your pet needs to thrive. Whether you’re rewarding good behavior, training, or just showing a little extra love, these homemade snacks are sure to get tails wagging. Let’s get started on making snack time both fun and nourishing for your four-legged companion!
🥜 Peanut Butter Dog Treat
📋 Ingredients
For the Dog Treats
▢ 2½ cups whole wheat flour 300 grams (see note)
▢ 1 large egg 50 grams
▢ 1 cup peanut butter, 270 grams (see note)
▢ 1 cup water, 227 grams
▢ 2 tablespoons honey 43 grams (see note)
For the Frosting
▢ 2 tablespoons peanut butter, 34 grams
▢ 1 tablespoon honey, 21 grams
▢ ⅓ cup cornstarch 37 grams (can also use potato starch or arrowroot powder)
▢ 3-4 tablespoons hot water 43-57 grams
📄 Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine flour and the egg. Add the peanut butter, water, and honey, and stir until you have a stiff dough. The dough will become very firm and sticky. You may need to use your hands or the paddle attachment on your mixer.
(2½ cups whole wheat flour,1 large egg,1 cup peanut butter,1 cup water,2 tablespoons honey)
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough about ½-inch thick and use a cookie cutter to make fun shapes. The treats barely spread and rise, so get creative with your shapes.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden. Once done, set aside to cool. (If you have smaller cookies, use less time; otherwise, the bottom might burn.)
To make the frosting, combine the peanut butter and honey in a microwavable bowl, and heat in the microwave in 15-second increments, stirring in between, until melted.
2 tablespoons peanut butter,1 tablespoon honey
Add the melted peanut butter mixture to the cornstarch and stir until just combined.
⅓ cup cornstarch
Slowly add in the water 1 tablespoon at a time until you have reached the consistency that you would like. For a thinner frosting, add more water.
3-4 tablespoons hot water
Add the frosting to a piping bag and pipe designs on top of each dog treat.
Frost the treats with the peanut butter/honey mixture for an even more tempting cookie.
🍎 Apple Cinnamon Tarts
📋 Ingredients
▢ 4 ounces (1/2 cup) unsweetened applesauce
▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
▢ 2 tablespoons coconut flour
📄 Instructions
Preheat oven to 250°F.
Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.
Roll dough in small balls (1/3 to 1 inch, depending on what size treat you want) and place on a greased baking sheet, silicone baking mat, or parchment paper. Flatten slightly with a fork.
Bake for 60 min or until is firm.
