These homemade oatmeal cookies for dogs are not only nutritious but also incredibly tasty, making them a perfect treat for your furry friend. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe allows you to create delightful snacks that your dog will love.

Making your own dog treats is a rewarding experience, and these oatmeal cookies are straightforward to prepare. It’s a fantastic way to ensure your dog gets healthy snacks without unnecessary additives.

Easy Homemade Dog Treats

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 30-35 minutes

Homemade oatmeal cookies for dogs on a wooden table with scattered oats and a jar of peanut butter.

This oatmeal cookies for dogs recipe combines oats, peanut butter, and pumpkin puree to create a chewy, flavorful treat for your canine companion. Ready in about 30 minutes, this recipe yields approximately 24 cookies.

Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (unsweetened and unsalted)
1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
1/4 cup water (more if needed)
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1/4 cup chopped apples or carrots (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, peanut butter, pumpkin puree, and water. Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add more water gradually.
Add Optional Ingredients: If desired, stir in cinnamon and chopped apples or carrots for extra flavor and texture.
Shape the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly with your hands.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Store: Keep the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.