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Healthy Dog Treat Recipes Peanut Butter

Healthy Dog Treat Recipes Peanut Butter

Written by: Sarah C.

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Time to read 2 min

Peanut butter is one of the most beloved flavors for dogs — and for good reason. It’s protein-rich, full of healthy fats, and has a taste that gets tails wagging. My dog, Damon , can hear the peanut butter jar open from across the house.

This blog gives you three healthy peanut butter dog treat recipes — baked, no-bake, and frozen — so you can keep your pup happy in every season.


Recipe 1 – Peanut Butter Oat Biscuits (Baked)

Makes: ~20 biscuits
Prep Time: 10 min | Bake Time: 18 min | Total Time: 28 min


Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour

  • ½ cup rolled oats

  • ½ cup unsalted, xylitol-free peanut butter

  • ½ cup water

  • 1 egg



Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Mix peanut butter, egg, and water until smooth.

  3. Add flour and oats, stir to form a dough.

  4. Roll out and cut into shapes.

  5. Bake for 18 minutes or until golden. Cool before serving.



Nutrition (per biscuit)

Calories Protein Fat Carbs Fiber
55 kcal 2g 3g 5g 1g


Mini Review – Sarah J. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“These smell so good I almost wanted to eat one! I made them after brushing Damon with my FreshFur™ Shower Brush so he looked just as good as his treats tasted.”


Recipe 2 – Peanut Butter & Banana Energy Bites (No-Bake)

Makes: ~18 bites
Prep Time: 8 min | Chill Time: 1 hr | Total Time: 1 hr 8 min


Ingredients

  • 1 ripe banana, mashed

  • ½ cup unsalted peanut butter

  • 1½ cups rolled oats



Instructions

  1. Mash banana in a bowl until smooth.

  2. Stir in peanut butter.

  3. Add oats and mix until combined.

  4. Roll into small balls and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.



Nutrition (per bite)

Calories Protein Fat Carbs Fiber
58 kcal 2.2g 2.5g 7.8g 1.6g


Mini Review – Daniel R. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“So easy and no oven needed! I first saw this recipe in The Ultimate Homemade Dog Treats Cookbook I bought from PupMemorial.”



Recipe 3 – Frozen Peanut Butter Yogurt Cubes

Makes: 12 cubes
Prep Time: 5 min | Freeze Time: 3 hrs | Total Time: 3 hrs 5 min


Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted peanut butter

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)



Instructions

  1. Blend peanut butter and yogurt until creamy.

  2. Spoon into silicone molds.

  3. Freeze for at least 3 hours.

  4. Pop out and serve frozen.



Nutrition (per cube)

Calories Protein Fat Carbs Fiber
72 kcal 3.6g 5g 3g 0.5g


Mini Review – Laura K. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“These are Damon’s summer lifesaver! He enjoys them on his IceSilk Pet Cooling Mat I ordered from PupMemorial.”



Benefits of Peanut Butter for Dogs

Benefit Why It Helps
Protein boost Supports muscle health
Healthy fats Good for skin & coat
Energy source Keeps dogs active & playful
Palatable Hides pills easily

Warning Chart

Avoid Why
Peanut butter with xylitol Highly toxic to dogs
Too much peanut butter High in fat, can cause weight gain
Sugary peanut butter Unnecessary calories
Salted peanut butter Too much sodium for dogs

Storage Tips

Treat Type Storage Method Shelf Life
Baked Airtight container, cool/dry place 3–4 days
No-Bake Fridge in airtight container 5 days
Frozen Freezer-safe bag 2 months



Tips & Customizations

  • Add blueberries for antioxidants.

  • Swap banana for pumpkin puree in no-bake bites.

  • Use silicone molds for themed shapes.

Final Thoughts

Peanut butter treats are the ultimate win-win: dogs love them, and they pack in real nutritional value when made at home. Damon wags his tail every time he smells a fresh batch — and I love knowing there are no harmful additives.


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