Pawsitively Tail Wagging: Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats Recipe.
In the realm of doggy delights, few treats elicit tail wags and drooly smiles quite like homemade goodies.
Treat your furry friend to the taste of fall with this simple and nutritious recipe.
After all, there's nothing quite like the joy of baking for your beloved canine companion!
This was inspired by my Woofies Bacon and Peanut Butter Dog Treats Recipe on this site, and my Strawberry, Applesauce and Banana Dog Treats.
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Ingredients
Let's dive into this delightful recipe for pumpkin dog treats that will have your furry friend begging for more!
- Pumpkin Puree
- Fresh or frozen Blueberries (optional, for an extra antioxidant boost!)
- Whole Wheat Flour
- Cinnamon
- Egg
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Here's some wholesome ingredients that will have tails wagging and tongues licking in delight.
Combine all ingredients into a mixing bowl. Fold in the optional blueberries.
Form into ball shape with your hands.
Roll out the dough ball and use your favorite cookie cutter.
Place into oven at 350 Fahrenheit and then cool. Serve to your pup!
Hint: If your dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time.
If your dough is too wet, add more flour.
Substitutions
If your pup has sensitivities or allergies here are some options:
- Pumpkin Puree - you can use masked sweet potatoes baby food or butternut squash.
- Blueberries - blueberries are optional. You can also use strawberries, apples or bananas.
- Flour- while we did use whole wheat flour for this recipe. You can use spelt, oat flour or coconut flour.
Storage
Storing homemade pumpkin dog treats will help them maintain their freshness.
- Cool Completely
- Store in Airtight Containers.
- Refrigeration - keeps your treats longer.
- Freezing - can store for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats Recipe
Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treat
All natural ingredients Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Pure Pumpkin Puree
- ¼ Cup Fresh or Frozen Blueberries
- 2 Cups Whole Wheat Flour
- ½ Teaspoon Cinnamon Powder
- 1 Egg (for binding)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and cinnamon. This is where the magic begins!
- Add the canned pumpkin puree and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix throughly until you achieve a dough-like consistency. If the mixture seems too dry, don't hesitate to add a splash of water.
- For an extra burst of flavor and nutrition, gently fold in the blueberries. Your pup will thank you for this fruity surprise.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to approximately ¼ inch thickness. Let your creativity shine as you use cookie cutters to create adorable shapes. Bones, hearts, and paw prints are always a hit!
- Transfer your cut-out treats to the prepared baking sheet and pop them into the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Once baked to perfection, allowyour pumpkin delights to cool completely on a wire rack. Then watch as your furry companion eagerly devours their homemade treats with gusto!
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