• 1 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)

• 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)

• 2 ½ cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour for sensitive stomachs)

• 1 egg

• 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce

• ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

• 2–3 tablespoons water (as needed)

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

2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, pumpkin puree, egg, and applesauce until smooth.

3. Add dry ingredients: Stir in the flour and cinnamon. Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is dry, add a little water.

4. Roll the dough: Lightly flour a surface and roll the dough to about ½ cm thickness.

5. Cut shapes: Use a bone-shaped cookie cutter for festive treats.

6. Bake: Place treats on the baking sheet and bake for 18–22 minutes until firm.

7. Cool completely: Let the treats cool fully before serving to your pup.

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

• For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

• You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.

• Small dogs (under 10 kg): ½–1 treat

• Medium dogs (10–25 kg): 1–2 treats

• Large dogs (25+ kg): 2–3 treats

Always adjust serving sizes based on your dog’s daily diet and activity level.

There’s something special about baking treats for a dog, especially when the recipe is simple and the result feels festive. This Puppy Easter Basket recipe is an easy way to create a small seasonal surprise using ingredients many pet owners already have in the kitchen. The dough comes together quickly, rolls out easily, and the bone shapes make the treats feel extra fun for spring celebrations. Homemade dog treats also give peace of mind because you know exactly what goes into them. Peanut butter and pumpkin create a flavor most dogs adore while adding gentle nutrients at the same time. Making a cheerful Easter basket filled with these homemade goodies can turn an ordinary day into a playful little celebration that both dogs and their humans can enjoy.