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Healthy dog treats made with pumpkin and peanut butter for your pet

Healthy Dog Treats with Pumpkin and Peanut Butter

Delight your furry friend with these nutritious dog treats made from pumpkin and peanut butter, perfect for rewarding your pet or showing them love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 treats
Course: Dog Treats, Snack
Cuisine: Dog Food, Homemade
Calories: 45
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Use plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
  • 1/2 cup natural, unsweetened peanut butter Avoid peanut butter with added sugars or salt.
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup oats Rolled oats provide a crunchier texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Optional for additional flavor.
  • 1 large egg

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree and peanut butter until well blended.
  3. Add the egg and mix thoroughly to ensure everything is combined.
  4. Gradually fold in the whole wheat flour and oats, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. If you’d like, add cinnamon to enhance the flavor.
  6. Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thick and cut it into shapes with your favorite cookie cutters.
  7. Position the treats on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are firm and golden.
  9. Let them cool completely before serving.

Notes

Store these treats in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature, or freeze for up to three months. Always practice safe food handling.