Pumpkin Applesauce Dog Treats Recipe

Some days all you need is a scoop of pumpkin, a swirl of applesauce, and a tail wag worth the world.”

It was a crisp autumn afternoon. Ruby plopped at my feet as I blended pumpkin purée and applesauce. One spoonful, one sniff later—her whole body wiggled in delight.

And just like that, these Pumpkin Applesauce Dog Treats were born.

Ruby’s snack jar had grown stale. Store treats felt impersonal.

I wanted real ingredients I could pronounce, and a treat she’d feel in her tail wags.

So I turned to pantry staples: pumpkin, applesauce, oats.
That simple combo became our weekly ritual.

If you need softness and simplicity, give these a try. For no-bake options, see our homemade pumpkin applesauce dog treats for happy tummies .

• ½ cup unsweetened pumpkin purée

• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce (no added sugar)

• 1 cup oat flour (or blend rolled oats)

• 1 egg (or flax egg substitute)

• Optional: ½ tsp cinnamon or 1 tbsp flaxseed

For more soothing options, check Oatmeal and Applesauce Treats .

1. Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C) .

2. Mix pumpkin, applesauce, and egg until smooth.

3. Stir in oat flour slowly until batter holds together.

4. Scoop or roll into balls, or press into silicon molds.
   See Silicone mold inspiration here .

5. Bake 18–20 minutes until edges turn golden.

6. Let cool completely before Ruby enjoys her treat.

Want a cold alternative? Make Frozen Pumpkin Applesauce Treats for Hot Days .

• Pumpkin: Supports digestion and fullness

• Applesauce: Gentle fiber and immune support

• Oats: Safe carbs, smooth on sensitive tummies

• Egg: Helps bind, adds protein

• Flaxseed/Cinnamon: Gentle anti-inflammatory benefits

Try these if Ruby loves fruity flavors: Peanut Butter Banana Applesauce Treats .

• Craving crunch? Bake 3–4 minutes longer

• Need soft bites? Add more applesauce or pumpkin

• Freeze them in mini molds for chilled snacks

• Mix in grated carrot or chopped blueberries

If you prefer no-bake treats, try easy banana peanut butter no-bakes .

Every mix feels like ritual. She sits beside me, eyes fixed. Then the oven timer dings, and it’s a mini celebration. She gently nudges with her nose, and her quietly hungry look becomes sheer joy.

Just like her dog birthday cake moment , this treat is never just food—it’s a memory.

• Room Temperature (airtight): 3–4 days

• Refrigerator: Up to 10 days (add paper towel to absorb moisture)

• Freezer: Up to 2 months (freeze tray first, then bag)

✅ Before giving one to Ruby, check:

• No mold or color changes

• No funky smell

• Texture still pleasant (not mushy or slimy)

Love chilled treats? Try frozen applesauce snacks only needing one ingredient .

Craving savory? Try our bacon‑cheddar treats —Ruby’s guilty pleasure.

In a world of labels and preservatives, these Pumpkin Applesauce Dog Treats stand out for their simplicity and heart.

Ruby’s joy in every bite is reward enough. I baked it myself. She knows it. And so do I.

Looking for more homemade goodness? Try:

• Pumpkin-Oatmeal Applesauce Treats

• Applesauce-Carrot Vitamin Bites

• 2‑Ingredient Sweet Potato Air Fryer Snacks

Ruby and I hope you enjoy these as much as we do. 🐾