DIY Dog Treats With Coconut Oil
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These DIY Dog Treats With Coconut Oil are wonderfully easy, wholesome, and made with simple pantry staples you can trust. If you want a quick, affordable way to spoil your pup with something healthy and homemade, this recipe is a no-brainer.
10 minutes
15 minutes
Easy
18 Dog Treats
1 cup oat flour (or finely blended rolled oats)
1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
1 large egg
2–4 tablespoons water (as needed for dough)
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine melted coconut oil, peanut butter, and egg until smooth.
Stir in the oat flour. Add water one tablespoon at a time until a soft, rollable dough forms.
Roll dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut into bone shapes.
Place treats on the baking sheet and bake for 14–16 minutes, until lightly golden.
Cool completely before serving.
Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer freshness, refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Small dogs: 1 treat per day
Medium dogs: 1–2 treats per day
Large dogs: up to 3 treats per day
Always adjust based on your dog’s size, activity level, and diet.
The first time I made these treats, my dog sat patiently by the oven, nose twitching with every warm coconut-scented breeze. When they finally cooled, I handed one over—and the tail wag that followed said everything. He gently crunched, paused, then looked up at me like I’d just handed him the greatest gift on earth. Now, every time I reach for the coconut oil jar, he magically appears at my feet, hopeful eyes locked on me. These treats have become our little ritual—simple, homemade, and full of love. Watching him enjoy something I made just for him never gets old.