15 Homemade Dog Treat Recipes

Nothing makes a tail wag like a treat made just for them. These 15 homemade recipes use simple, dog-safe ingredients from your kitchen, and each one takes just a few easy steps.

Quick safety note: check with your vet before introducing new foods, especially if your pup has allergies or a sensitive stomach. Keep treats to about 10% of your pup’s daily calories. Every recipe below is dog-safe — never chocolate, grapes, raisins, onion, garlic, xylitol, or macadamia nuts. Recipes with yogurt: skip the yogurt if your dog is lactose-sensitive.

1. Peanut Butter Pumpkin Biscuits

A crunchy classic every pup loves.

Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, 1/3 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free), 1 egg

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 350°F and mix everything into a dough. 2. Roll to 1/4-inch thick, cut into shapes, and bake 20–25 minutes until firm. 3. Cool completely, then store airtight for up to a week.

2. No-Bake Pumpkin Oat Balls

No oven needed — just stir, roll, and chill.

Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free), 2 cups rolled oats

Steps: 1. Mix everything together until even. 2. Roll into 1-inch balls and chill on a lined tray for 1 hour. 3. Refrigerate and use within 5 days.

3. Banana Oat Soft Bites

Soft and chewy — great for small mouths.

Ingredients: 1 ripe banana (mashed), 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1 egg

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 325°F and stir all ingredients until combined. 2. Drop tablespoon-sized mounds onto a lined baking sheet. 3. Bake 15 minutes, cool, and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

4. Apple Carrot Muffins

Tiny muffins for a very good boy.

Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup grated apple (no seeds), 1/2 cup grated carrot, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons peanut butter (xylitol-free)

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 350°F and mix everything into a thick batter. 2. Fill mini muffin cups two-thirds full and bake 15–18 minutes. 3. Cool completely and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

5. Sweet Potato Chews

One ingredient, totally irresistible.

Ingredients: 1 large sweet potato

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 250°F and slice the sweet potato into 1/4-inch rounds. 2. Bake 2 1/2 to 3 hours, flipping halfway, until chewy. 3. Cool fully and store airtight for up to 2 weeks.

6. Blueberry Yogurt Frozen Drops

A cool bite for warm afternoons.

Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup blueberries

Steps: 1. Mash the blueberries lightly and stir into the yogurt. 2. Drop teaspoon-sized dollops onto a parchment-lined tray. 3. Freeze 2 hours until solid; keep in a freezer bag up to a month.

7. Peanut Butter Banana Pupsicles

The ultimate summer cooldown.

Ingredients: 1 ripe banana, 1/3 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free), 1/2 cup plain yogurt

Steps: 1. Blend everything until smooth. 2. Pour into an ice cube tray and freeze 3–4 hours. 3. Serve straight from the freezer on hot days.

8. Carrot Oat Crunchies

Crunchy, golden, and veggie-packed.

Ingredients: 1 cup grated carrot, 1 cup rolled oats, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 350°F and mix into a sticky dough. 2. Roll into small balls, flatten slightly, and bake 18–20 minutes. 3. Cool and store airtight for up to a week.

9. Pumpkin Apple Soft Chews

A soft bar you can break to any size.

Ingredients: 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 cup rolled oats, 1 cup whole wheat flour

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 325°F and stir into a soft dough. 2. Press 1/2-inch thick into a greased dish and bake 25 minutes. 3. Cool, cut into squares, and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

10. Blueberry Yogurt Pupcakes

Birthday-worthy, easy any day. Planning a full celebration? See our 12 dog birthday cake recipe ideas for more party-ready bakes.

Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 egg

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 350°F and mix into a batter. 2. Fill mini muffin cups two-thirds full and bake 15 minutes. 3. Cool, add a dab of plain yogurt on top, and serve.

11. Banana Carrot Loaf Bites

One pan, plenty of snackable squares.

Ingredients: 1 ripe banana (mashed), 1/2 cup grated carrot, 1 cup rolled oats, 1 egg

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 350°F and mix into a thick batter. 2. Spread into a small lined pan and bake 20 minutes. 3. Cool, slice into bite-sized squares, and refrigerate up to 5 days.

12. Sweet Potato Oat Cookies

Chewy and made with three ingredients.

Ingredients: 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato, 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1/4 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 325°F and stir into a thick dough. 2. Scoop onto a lined sheet, flatten, and bake 25 minutes, flipping once. 3. Cool completely and store airtight for up to a week.

13. Apple Peanut Butter Sandwich Bites

Crunchy, fresh, ready in five minutes.

Ingredients: 1 apple (cored and sliced, no seeds), 2 tablespoons peanut butter (xylitol-free), 2 tablespoons rolled oats

Steps: 1. Spread peanut butter on half the apple slices. 2. Sprinkle with oats, top with the remaining slices, and serve.

14. Pumpkin Yogurt Swirl Cups

A pretty frozen swirl your pup will devour.

Ingredients: 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 tablespoon peanut butter (xylitol-free)

Steps: 1. Layer pumpkin and yogurt in small cups and swirl. 2. Drizzle peanut butter on top and freeze 2–3 hours. 3. Pop out and serve as a frosty snack.

15. Blueberry Oat Training Bites

Tiny enough for training sessions.

Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup chopped blueberries, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree

Steps: 1. Heat the oven to 350°F and mix into a firm dough. 2. Roll into pea-sized balls and bake 12–15 minutes until firm. 3. Cool and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

That’s all 15! Let treats cool fully before storing — trapped warmth makes them soggy. Baked treats keep about a week airtight at room temperature, or two weeks in the fridge; frozen treats last up to a month in a sealed bag. When in doubt, trust your pup’s happy dance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homemade treats can I give my dog each day?

Keep treats to about 10% of your pup’s daily calories and count them toward the day’s food, not on top of it. Size them down for little pups.

Do I need special equipment?

Nope! A mixing bowl, a baking sheet, and parchment paper cover almost every recipe. A blender and mini muffin tin are handy for a few, but nothing fancy is required.

Can puppies eat homemade treats?

Yes — just keep the ingredients dog-safe and the portions matched to their size. Soft, small treats are best, and check with your vet first if your puppy is under 12 weeks.