Simple Christmas Dog Treats

The holidays are busy — between wrapping gifts, baking cookies, and decorating the tree, sometimes we just want something quick and easy for our pups. That’s why I love making simple Christmas dog treats. With only a few wholesome ingredients, these recipes are festive, fast, and guaranteed to bring tail wags.

Not every holiday recipe needs to be complicated. Dogs don’t care if their cookies took 20 minutes or 2 hours — they just love the taste. By keeping recipes simple, you can make safe, festive snacks in between all your other Christmas to-dos.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oat flour

• ½ cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)

• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Mix peanut butter and egg.

3. Stir in oat flour until dough forms.

4. Roll out and cut into Christmas tree shapes.

5. Bake 12–15 minutes until firm.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)

• ¼ cup chopped unsweetened cranberries

Instructions:

1. Mix yogurt and cranberries.

2. Spoon into silicone molds (stars, snowflakes, or paw prints).

3. Freeze 2–3 hours until solid.

• Quick & Easy: Both recipes take under 20 minutes of prep.

• Wholesome: Made with safe, simple ingredients.

• Festive Flavors: Peanut butter, yogurt, and cranberries bring holiday cheer.

• Budget-Friendly: Pantry staples, no fancy extras needed.

• Swap peanut butter for pumpkin purée.

• Use blueberries instead of cranberries for a frosty “blue snowflake” look.

• Dust baked trees with unsweetened coconut flakes for a snowy finish.

• Baked trees: Store in airtight tin 7–10 days or freeze up to 2 months.

• Frozen bites: Keep in freezer up to 2 months.

These simple Christmas dog treats are proof that holiday baking doesn’t have to be complicated. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up festive cookies or frosty bites your dog will love. Quick, healthy, and tail-wag approved — the kind of recipe every busy dog parent needs for the holidays. 🎅🐾