• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce

• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)

• 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour)

• 1 egg

• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix wet ingredients in a bowl: applesauce, peanut butter, and egg until smooth.

3. Add dry ingredients by gradually mixing in the flour and cinnamon until a soft dough forms.

4. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.

5. Cut shapes using bone-shaped cookie cutters.

6. Place on baking sheet leaving small gaps between treats.

7. Bake for 18–22 minutes until lightly golden and firm.

8. Cool completely before serving to your dog.

• Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

• Refrigerator: Keeps fresh for 2 weeks in a sealed container.

• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw before serving.

Allow treats to cool completely before storing to prevent moisture buildup.

• Small dogs (under 20 lbs): 1 small treat

• Medium dogs (20–50 lbs): 1–2 treats

• Large dogs (50+ lbs): 2–3 treats

Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calories.

There’s something special about baking homemade treats for a loyal companion waiting patiently nearby. These applesauce and peanut butter dog treats came together on a quiet afternoon with simple ingredients already in the kitchen. The dough rolled out easily, the bone shapes made the process fun, and the warm peanut butter aroma filled the house while they baked. Homemade dog treats offer a comforting sense of care—you know exactly what goes into them, and every bite is made with intention. These biscuits are simple, wholesome, and just crunchy enough to keep tails wagging. Baking for a beloved dog turns an ordinary moment into a small act of love, and the excited paws waiting by the oven make the effort completely worthwhile.