• 1 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)

• 1 cup oat flour

• ½ cup mashed banana

• 1 egg

• 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

• Optional: shredded carrot or pumpkin purée for color

1. Preheat oven to 175°C / 350°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Mix wet ingredients in a bowl: peanut butter, mashed banana, egg, applesauce, and coconut oil.

3. Add oat flour gradually and mix until a soft dough forms.

4. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness.

5. Cut shapes using Easter egg and bone cookie cutters.

6. Place treats on the baking sheet, leaving small gaps between them.

7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.

8. Cool completely before serving to your dog.

• Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

• Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks to keep them fresher longer.

• Freeze for up to 3 months in a sealed container or freezer bag.

• Let frozen treats thaw before serving.

• Small dogs: ½ treat per serving

• Medium dogs: 1 treat per serving

• Large dogs: 1–2 treats per serving

• Treat guideline: treats should not exceed 10% of daily calories

Spring is a wonderful time to share small traditions with the pets who brighten everyday life. These homemade Easter treats bring together simple ingredients and a little creativity to make something special for a loyal companion. The dough comes together quickly, bakes in minutes, and fills the kitchen with a warm, nutty aroma. Shaping the treats into festive eggs and bones adds a playful touch that makes the baking process just as enjoyable as the final result. For the writer behind this recipe, making dog treats has become a quiet weekend ritual—one that turns ordinary ingredients into a small act of care. Watching a tail wag in anticipation is always the best reward, and these healthy peanut butter Easter treats are a sweet reminder that love often shows up in the simplest homemade moments.