DIY Dog Halloween Treats

The first time I made these, I poured the bright green mixture into silicone brain molds I’d bought for a Halloween party. When my guests opened the freezer and saw rows of green “brains” stacked neatly, there was a collective gasp. Some were a little freaked out — until they saw Charlotte trotting over, tail wagging, and happily crunching into one. Suddenly, everyone wanted the recipe, and a few friends even ordered the same molds so they could make batches for their own dogs.

Halloween can still be warm in the early evening where I live, so I wanted a spooky-themed treat that would help cool my dog down after a round of zoomies in her costume. That’s how Zombie Gut-sicles were born — bright green, brain-shaped frozen treats that look creepy enough to get a laugh but taste fresh, cool, and delicious to dogs.

Ingredients: 

• ½ cup fresh spinach

• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)

• Use green food coloring to make the color more vibrant (optional).

Instructions:

1. Blend spinach, applesauce, and yogurt until completely smooth.

2. Pour the mixture into Halloween-themed silicone molds (brains, bones, pumpkins — get creative).

3. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.

4. Pop out and serve chilled for a spooky-cool snack.

• Calories: 15 kcal

• Protein: 0.9 g

• Fiber: 0.5 g

• Fat: 0.2 g

• Cooling Treat: Perfect for pups after a walk or playtime on a warm fall evening.

• Vitamin-Rich: Spinach adds antioxidants and essential nutrients.

• Probiotic Boost: Yogurt supports a healthy gut.

• Human-Friendly: Tastes like a light green smoothie — so you can share!

• Too hard to bite? Let sit for 2–3 minutes before serving.

• Too thick to blend? Add a splash of water or coconut water.

• Swap spinach for kale for a darker green.

• Add blueberries for a purple “monster” version.

• Use bone broth instead of applesauce for a savory twist.

• Freezer: Store treats in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months.

• Prevent sticking: Place a layer of parchment paper between stacks so the “brains” don’t freeze together.

• Single-serve hack: Freeze in silicone molds, then pop them out and transfer to a freezer-safe bag — makes it easy to grab just one at a time.

• Serving tip: Let sit at room temperature for 2–3 minutes before giving to your dog if they’re too hard.

With their creepy appearance and refreshing taste, these DIY Dog Halloween Treats – Zombie Gut-sicles are guaranteed to be a hit at any dog-friendly Halloween party. They’re simple to make, loaded with nutrients, and give pups a festive way to cool down — all while making humans smile (or squirm) when they see the “brains” in the freezer.