Pastel Easter Dog Treats
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These Pastel Easter Dog Treats are a simple, colorful way to celebrate the season with your pup. Made with wholesome ingredients and naturally tinted pastel colors, these adorable bone-shaped treats are easy to bake and look festive enough to brighten any Easter basket for your furry friend.
15 minutes
20 minutes
Easy
18 Dog Treats
Ingredients
2 cups oat flour
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
1 egg
2–3 tablespoons water (as needed for dough consistency)
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Natural food coloring options:
Beet powder (pink)
Turmeric (yellow)
Spirulina powder (light green)
Blueberry powder (light purple)
How To Make
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the wet ingredients in a bowl: applesauce, peanut butter, and egg. Stir until smooth.
Add oat flour gradually and mix until a soft dough forms. Add water one tablespoon at a time if needed.
Divide the dough into 3–4 portions. Mix each portion with a pinch of natural coloring to create soft pastel shades.
Roll out each dough portion on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Cut bone shapes using a cookie cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 18–20 minutes or until firm and lightly golden on the edges.
Cool completely before serving to your dog.
How To Store
Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
For longer freshness, keep them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
You can also freeze the treats for up to 3 months and thaw as needed.
Serving Sizes
Small dogs: 1 small treat per day
Medium dogs: 1–2 treats per day
Large dogs: 2–3 treats per day
Treats should complement your dog’s regular balanced diet.
Summary
Spring always feels like the perfect time to bake something cheerful, and these pastel Easter dog treats bring that feeling into the kitchen. They’re simple to make with pantry-friendly ingredients and just a touch of natural color to create soft seasonal shades. The process is relaxed and enjoyable, from mixing the dough to cutting out tiny bone shapes and watching them bake into something special. Homemade treats can feel like a small gesture, but they’re often the moments that bring the most joy—both for the person baking and the dog eagerly waiting nearby. These festive biscuits are a gentle reminder that celebrating holidays doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes all it takes is a warm oven, a few wholesome ingredients, and a little creativity to make a pup’s day brighter.
