All Natural Dog Treat Recipes Healthy

There’s something magical about watching your dog’s tail wag when you bring out a homemade treat. For me, it’s more than baking – it’s a way of saying “I love you” in a language Scout understands.

Store-bought snacks can be full of fillers, preservatives, and mystery ingredients. But when you make them yourself? You control every bite. You choose wholesome, all-natural ingredients that nourish from the inside out.

In this post, we’ll make four healthy, all-natural dog treat recipes — baked, no-bake, and frozen — so Scout’s snack time is always exciting and guilt-free. Plus, I’ll share storage tips, nutrition and benefit charts, and even a quick note on a little fur-removal magic for us dog parents.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oat flour (you can make your own by blending rolled oats)

• ½ cup finely grated carrots

• 1 egg

• 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce

• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).

2. Mix oat flour, grated carrots, cinnamon, and applesauce in a bowl.

3. Add the egg and stir until dough forms.

4. Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut into shapes.

5. Bake for 15–18 minutes until firm.

6. Cool completely before serving.

Love applesauce in dog treats? Try this easy recipe with applesauce & oats →

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana, mashed

• ½ cup rolled oats

• 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut

• 1 tbsp water or coconut milk (if needed)

Instructions:

1. Mash banana in a bowl until smooth.

2. Mix in oats and shredded coconut.

3. If mixture is too dry, add a splash of water or coconut milk.

4. Roll into small bite-sized balls.

5. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour before serving.

Need more no-bake ideas? Check out these peanut butter banana favorites → 

Ingredients:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)

• ¼ cup fresh or frozen blueberries

• Silicone mold or ice cube tray

Instructions:

1. Blend yogurt and blueberries until smooth.

2. Pour into silicone molds or an ice cube tray.

3. Freeze for 3–4 hours until solid.

4. Pop out and serve as a cooling summer snack.

More frozen snack ideas here →

Ingredients:

• 1 large sweet potato, peeled

• Optional: sprinkle of ground flaxseed for extra fiber

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 120°C (250°F).

2. Slice sweet potato lengthwise into thin strips.

3. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4. Bake for 2.5–3 hours, flipping halfway, until chewy.

5. Cool before storing in an airtight container.

For a quicker version, try the air fryer recipe → 

Crunchy, chewy, safe. Em goes wild for these.

• Baked treats : Store in an airtight container for 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

• No-bake treats : Keep refrigerated for up to 1 week.

• Frozen treats : Store in freezer for up to 2 months.

• Always bring frozen treats to room temp slightly before serving to avoid sensitive teeth shock.

• Add parsley to biscuits for fresher breath – try this bad breath dog treat guide .

• Swap sweet potato with pumpkin puree for softer chews – see these pumpkin recipes .

• For senior dogs, soften baked biscuits with a quick dip in warm water.

Scout loves to watch me bake, but that also means stray fur can end up on my clothes. That’s why I keep the MagicRoller™ Fur Remover nearby — it’s a simple, reusable tool that removes fur from clothes in seconds. Not for your dog, just for your outfits.

These recipes aren’t just tasty — they’re part of a healthier lifestyle for your dog. And while you’re here, check out our FreshFur™ Grooming Brush for a softer coat, healthier skin, and bonding moments Scout will love. Plus, browse our full shop of dog-friendly goodies to make every day with your pup even better.

Homemade dog treats are more than snacks — they’re love you can bake, roll, or freeze. Scout might not know the difference between store-bought and homemade… but you will. With every crunch, lick, or happy tail wag, you’ll know you’re giving them the very best.