Try this recipe for 3-Ingredient Dog Treats, ready in 20 minutes! They are made with oat (or all-purpose) flour, pumpkin (or banana), and peanut butter. Your dog or puppy will love them. This is the most highly rated post on my website, with a 5-star rating across the board.
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What three ingredients are needed for this recipe?
- ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter (with no salt or added oil)
- 1 small banana (or ½ cup pure pumpkin puree)
- 1 cup rolled or instant whole oats, gluten-free as needed
How to Make 3-Ingredient Dog Treats with Pumpkin (or Banana)
- To make dog treats at home, mix your oat flour, pumpkin (or banana), and natural peanut butter until a cohesive mixture forms. Kneading with your hands is easiest! You can also use regular all-purpose flour.
- Roll out dough (no flour needed) and cut out dog treat shapes of choice. I used the same molds from my animal cracker recipe, but any shape will work.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees F and let it cool before giving it to your furry friend. These can be kept in a sealed container on the counter for about a week. They last much longer in the fridge!
This dog cookie recipe is truly very simple and comes together in about 20 minutes. There is a video linked below!
3-Ingredient Dog Treats could not be simpler to make - they really feel like they'd come from a fancy local bakery! Let's dive into what's needed.
Does your dog love eating human food? Good news – there are plenty of ways to make your own totally safe versions of her favorite treats! This recipe for Frozen Yogurt Dog Treats is one example. If you love cooking for your dog, be sure to try this homemade dog food recipe (inspired by The Farmer’s Dog chicken recipe).
This dog cookie recipe is truly very simple and comes together in about 20 minutes. There is a video linked below!
How to Store Homemade Dog Treats
For the longest-lasting treats, store them in a sealed, freezer-safe container where they can last for months. Many dogs can enjoy these treats directly from the freezer. If your dog is smaller or has more delicate teeth, you may want to store these in the fridge where they will be kept for up to two weeks in a sealed container (my preference).
Helpful Facts Around What Dogs Can Eat
Can Dogs Eat Peanut Butter?
Yes, as long as it's pure peanut butter with no xylitol and fed in moderation, it should be safe for your dog. I recommend looking for a jar that is just made with peanuts (and avoid high sodium levels). As always, it's important to double-check with your vet to ensure this is the case for your specific breed. Feel free to read more about peanut butter dog safety here! Treats should not exceed 10 percent of your pup's diet.
Can Dogs Eat Oatmeal?
Yes. Oatmeal is a great source of fiber for dogs and is especially helpful with those who have wheat sensitivity. Vitamin B in oats will help keep their coat shiny and thick. Be sure to never prepare oatmeal with dairy milk, as this oftentimes will upset their stomach. Raw oatmeal can also be challenging to digest, which is why these treats are cooked. Read more about oatmeal safety here. Again, your dog is not meant to be eating "people's food," so moderation is very important.
Can dogs eat bananas?
Yes, dogs can eat bananas. They are very sweet which your dog will likely enjoy. As always, it's useful to check with your vet before feeding your dog a new food
What human foods can dogs not eat?
At a high level, do not feed your dog foods with any added sugar or salt. Avoid raw grains (like uncooked oats) as can dry out their stomachs and throw their digestion off balance. This list from the ASPCA details some more dog-unfriendly foods.
I hope your dog enjoys these easy homemade treats! Please let me know in the comments if they are a hit. This recipe yields about 50 treats.
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3-Ingredient Dog Treats Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats or ¾ cup pre-ground oat flour; all purpose flour can be substituted
- ⅓ cup smooth peanut butter made from just peanuts, no added sugar, salt or oils
- ½ cup mashed ripe banana or pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line a cookie sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Grind oats into a fine flour using a high speed blender (skip this step if you're using pre-ground flour). Add oat flour to a large bowl with peanut butter and banana (or pumpkin if using). Mash with a fork to combine and the use your hand to knead into a cohesive mixture. If it's not holding together, add more peanut butter or oat flour. Do not add dairy or other ingredients, as they may be unsafe for your pet.
- On a clean surface, roll dough to desired thickness, about ¼ of an inch. Cut out in shapes of choice. Little bones cutouts (from Amazon) would be cute! Place on prepared sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely before giving to your pet. Feel free to try one yourself! I recommend storing in a jar in the freezer for long-term keeping (they will last a few months). Outside of the freezer, they will last for 5 days in a sealed container on the counter.
MARILYN says
I MADE THESE FOR MY DOGS AND IT SEEMS THAT NOT ONLY DO MY DOGS LOVE THEM EVERYONE IN THE HOUSE DOES AS WELL LOLL i am doing them with plantain coconut and eggs instead of banana plantains are good for dogs apparently and is good for upset tummy's i have a 16 year old collie shep mix that simply loves everything that i give him
Emily says
Hi Marilyn, that is so great to hear LOL! Thank you for commenting!!
Robin says
My dog is very picky and won’t eat store bought treats. I made this very easy recipe and she loves them! Oh, and my adult daughter loves them, too. lol.
Emily says
Hi Robin - this makes me so happy to hear! That's wonderful. And LOL, glad your daughter also likes them! Thank you for commenting 🙂
Laura says
What is the conversion of rooked pats to
Flour to oat flour? I’m guessing it’s not 3 cups. I have oat flour I’d like to use
Emily says
Hi Laura! That's a great question. 1 cup of oats will yield 3/4 cup oat flour. So I would recommend starting with 3/4 of a cup of pre-ground oat flour.
Thank you!
Alanna says
Thanks for making it so easy!
Do you think these will bake the same if I use silicone molds instead of rolling and cutting?
Emily says
Hi Alanna, thank you for commenting! Great question. I think that silicone molds will work perfectly and the bake time should be about the same!
yrtr says
How long are they good for outside of the frezzer
Emily says
Hi! Thank you for asking, they are good for 5 days outside of the freezer.
Bernice Tulio says
I love how we only needed three ingredients to make these - my yellow lab was a huge fan of them! Thank you 🙂
Emily says
Thank you for commenting, Bernice!!
Curt Frigon says
This would be a great gift idea for my friends with dogs!
Emily says
That's a great idea! Thank you so much for reading!
Brandy says
I have a german shepherd who always has digestive problems with other store brand treats. However he has no problems with these and absolutely loves them! 10/10 will make again
Emily says
Hi Brandy, thank you so much for the rating and for trying the recipe! I am so glad your German Shepherd likes them! My dog has some digestive issues too so I understand how tricky that can be. It makes me happy to hear that these worked for you 🙂
Sue0523 says
My pup can’t get enough of these!
Emily says
Thank you so much for trying them!
Chaz says
Delicious! My Cairn terrier gobbles these up like you wouldn’t believ. Thank you!
Emily says
Thank you Chaz, I am glad to hear that!
suzette thibault says
Oh I can not wait to go shopping and getting extra of these few ingredients...so...so simple...
thank you so very much for this and sharing...
we foster and rescue dogs we have about 20 they are all special needs dogs or as I call them my babies lol...so I know that I will be making many of these lol...
I do have one question I seen that you can freeze them and that is even more wonderful...what about an air tight container stored in the fridge or countertop ??? how long would those last???...and will they be ok???
thank you again so...so...so......very much
hugggs n love from Texas
Suzette Thibault
Emily says
Hi Suzette, that is so amazing you rescue special needs dogs! How wonderful.
Great question: these treats can be stored in the freezer for 6 months and in a sealed airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. They can also be stored in a sealed container at room temperature, but will not last as long so I recommend freezing them,
Thank you for reading, I hope your babies love these!
Sheldon says
My dog is obsessed with these! This recipe was so simple to make and freezing the treats makes them last a while. Thank you for a wonderful recipe!
Emily says
I'm so glad you dog liked them!!
Denine Morgan says
My daughter and I made these for our doggie’s 2nd birthday! Fun and easy to make and our dog LOVED them!
Emily says
Thank you so much for trying them, I'm so glad! 🙂 Happy birthday to your dog!
Tatiana says
Looks great! Do you have a recommendation as to whether or not they should be refrigerated?
Emily says
Hi Tatiana. thanks so much for reading! These will keep on the counter for about 5 days, but I actually store mine in the freezer where they'll last for months. I pull them out a few at a time for my dog and he loves them that way. Hope that helps!
Sheila Avila says
Super easy to make!! Thanks for the recipe!
Emily says
Thanks so much for your kind comment Sheila, I'm so glad they worked for you! I hope your dog loves them 🙂
Faith says
Easy to make and very tasty great recipe
Emily says
Thank you so much for trying them, Faith! Glad to hear it 🙂