2-Ingredient Puffy Pumpkin Dog Treats
These 2-ingredient Puffy Pumpkin Dog Treats are great for puppies, dogs who love pumpkin, as well as older dogs or dogs with dental issues. Homemade pumpkin dog treats with pumpkin are low fat, but not as active.
Plus pumpkin has significant health benefits for dogs.
I made these 2 ingredient pumpkin bone shaped dog treats a while back when I made the Frozen Pumpkin Paw Print Dog Treats. I have yet to meet a dog (or human!) who did not like pumpkin dog treats.
🐕 Making Puffy Pumpkin Dog Treats
DIY pumpkin dog treats are less expensive than store-bought treats, such as our 30-minute peanut butter and pumpkin dog treats. Knowing what is in my dogs will make me feel better about what I feed them.
This recipe for pumpkin dog treats is very easy to make (or should be easy to make).
Dog bones are as simple as mixing, rolling, and cutting. You won't believe how easy they are to make.
💭 Soft Puffy Pumpkin Dog Treats
Despite being soft, this dough isn't sticky. It is easy to work with, and quite forgiving as well. Which is helpful, because let’s be honest – we want to make these treats and don’t want it to be a huge hassle.
It will puff up after baking, but the treats will remain soft. Their moist texture and hint of sweetness is made possible by pumpkin.
🥣 Tools for Making Pumpkin Dog Treats
There are a few tools you'll need to make this recipe. Everything you need is probably already in your possession.
Just in case you don’t, this is what you’ll need:
- Dog Bone Cookie Cutter
- Rolling Pin
- Parchment Paper
- Baking Sheet
✨ How to Store Pumpkin Dog Treats
During cooler, less humid months, you can store these treats on the counter in a cute treat jar for a week or two.
Warm and humid climates might only allow you to keep them on the counter for a few days before storing them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
You can also freeze them and take a few out at a time, which is what I do most of the time.
✔️ Give your Pumpkin Dog Treats as a Gift
In addition, you can give these homemade pumpkin dog treats as a gift. I like to make small dog treat bags and give them to my neighbors and friends who have dogs.
It would be nice to get homemade dog biscuits if you see the same neighbors walking their dogs in the neighborhood or at the dog park.
It's also a nice thing to do for someone (which we could all use more of). In addition, their dogs would love it.
📖 How to Make 2-Ingredient Puffy Pumpkin Dog Treats
Ingredient Notes
Whole Wheat Flour - whole wheat flour is a fantastic ingredient and used in a lot of dog treats, cookies, cakes and biscuits. Easy for dogs to digest.
Pumpkin Puree - always use 100% Pumpkin Puree when making pumpkin dog treats.
Directions for Puffy Pumpkin Treats
- You'll begin with a 350° degree Fahrenheit. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix your whole wheat flour and pumpkin in a large bowl until dough forms a dough ball.
- Sprinkle some flour on a surface and use your rolling pin to roll out your dough.
- Grab those cute doggie cookie cutters and cut out your dog treat shapes.
- Bake for 25 minutes and let cool.
👩🏻🍳 Printable 2-Ingredient Puffy Pumpkin Dog Treats
2-Ingredient Puffy Pumpkin Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lay a sheet of parchment paper on a flat work surface.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and pumpkin puree, and stir and/or mix with your hands until you have a solid dough.
- Sprinkle a bit of flour on the parchment paper on your work surface, then roll out the dough until it’s about ¼ - ½ inch thick.
- Use the bone cutter to cut shapes into the dough, and place them onto the parchment lined baking sheet.
- Repeat steps 5 and 6 until you have run out of dough.
- Bake for 25 minutes. Turn the oven off, and allow the treats to finish baking as the oven is cooling down, with the oven door closed.
- Once the oven has cooled down, remove the treats from the oven.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 49Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 2g
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Kathryn says
I'm thrilled to find someone that is providing healthy recipes for dogs. Thank you!!
Andreah says
hi, I tried this recipe. is it normal that the top will puff up? when I open up the baked treats it seems to be not fully baked?
Dog Mom Chef says
Hi,
Yes it does happen. Try using a fork to pierce the top and it should help it to lay down. Some ovens can take a little longer. If you feel they aren't baked enough try adding an additional 5 minutes.
MamaK says
Can you use almond flour? My dog has allergies and I’m not sure whole wheat is the best option. Thanks
Dog Mom Chef says
Yes, almond flour would be just fine. Enjoy.
cathiann mcguire says
can you use white flour ?
Dog Mom Chef says
Yes, no problem.