Make your own Peanut Butter Applesauce Dog Treats with this easy recipe your dog will love!

We even share two dog frosting recipes to ice the dog treats for special occasions. 

You won’t believe how easy these homemade peanut butter dog treats are to make, and it involves only 5-ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

Take a look at store-bought treats, which have an endless ingredient list.

This peanut butter applesauce dog treats recipe is super easy, with ingredients you can trust.

Ingredients that are human improved.

No unknowns.

Preservatives? None.

No chemicals.

No artificial sweeteners.

Just simple ingredients.

It’s like your favorite peanut butter cookie recipe; only its indulgence is for the dogs! 

Want more savory treats?

Try out this Chicken Wild Rice Dog Treats recipe.

It’s guilt-free love!

Nothing beats homemade, and there is peace of mind knowing exactly what’s going into their mouths.

Buh-Bye by-products ingredient list.

PLUS, your four-legged friend will love the peanut butter flavor!

Every pup needs spoiled.

One of the ways that we show our love to our dogs, Jeb, Molly, Tink, and Bailey Mae, is with homemade dog treats.

They are incredibly simple to make, and they love these tasty dog treats so much!

I love that I can make a different size bone to accommodate their size (Bailey is 8 pounds, Jeb is 25 pounds, Molly is 30 and Tink is 35 pounds).

I make smaller round shapes to use as training treats.

These homemade dog treat recipes are sure to be the most requested homemade dog biscuits request from your favorite furry friend!

 

As pet owners, we want what’s best for our pets.

After all, we considered many things when picking out a pet, and we want to ensure pooch and family are happy!

Treats are a great reward system and can help teach a pet trick, behavior, or just be an offering of love!

Briana shares her dog treats recipe made with just five ingredients.

It’s easy to make and her dogs, Loki and Leo, absolutely LOVE them, so do Bailey Mae and Jeb.

This easy recipe makes around 3 dozen dog treats.

Did I mention they’re easy to make?

So easy to make that if you have children, they’ll want this to be their chore at home!

This recipe will fill your home with the most delicious smell–it’s like warm cookies–even my kids come to inquire what’s in the oven when I make a batch of these for Bailey Mae and Jeb.

To me, that’s how I know Bailey Mae and Jeb are going to find these peanut butter applesauce dog treats irresistible.

That aroma fills the house with deliciousness.

Please remember you need to use natural peanut butter in this recipe or make absolutely certain that the peanut butter doesn’t contain Xylitol.

You can simply roll these into dough balls and place them on the baking sheet or cut them out with cookie cutters.

The cookie cutters take a little more time (honestly, that is the ONLY time-consuming part about this recipe), but we think they are adorable–even if our dogs don’t notice! 

Maybe the best part about this recipe is that we know exactly what is in the dog treats, and they are ingredients we feel good about giving our dogs.

There are no additives or crazy ingredients.

Just simple, already-in-the-pantry ingredients!

For best results, make sure your treat-giving occurs between meals and not immediately before or after a meal.

Peanut Butter Applesauce Dog Treats Recipe Ingredients:

1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter (I use “natural” Skippy)

1 ½ cups old fashioned oats

1 ¼ cups unsweetened applesauce

3 cups flour (whole wheat is recommended)

1 teaspoon baking powder

How to Make Peanut Butter Applesauce Dog Treats:

Preheat the oven to 350-degrees Fahrenheit.

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.

A food processor will do this quickly, but a hand mixer or by hand works too.

If the dough is too dry- add more applesauce. 

It’s going to be dense dough.

Flour your counter/surface and roll out the dough to 1/2-inch thick on the floured surface. 

Cut the dough with a cookie cutter (I prefer to use dog bone or paw shapes for treats), a pizza cutter, or roll it into tablespoon-sized balls.

Place the dough on cookie sheets or baking sheets lined with silicone or parchment paper and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

Place on a wire rack to cool.

The longer they bake, the crunchier they are, so it’s really up to your dog’s preferences.

They also get crunchier after they’ve cooled, so keep that in mind.

Store in an airtight container for future use for up to one week.

Fido will be ready to learn new tricks, snuggle, or wag his tail to get these Peanut Butter Applesauce dog cookies.

They’re so easy; you’ll be ready to get up and make your furry friend a fresh batch.

How to Store Dog Treats:

These dog treats should be stored just like cookies, in an airtight container for up to two weeks, or in the refrigerator, for up to one month.

You can also place homemade treats in a freezer-safe container and freeze them for up to 6 months.

They Make a Great Gift!

We think they are the perfect treat.

During the holidays, we love to bake batches of these and bag them up with cute labels to hand out to all of Bailey Mae and Jeb’s canine friends.

The humans think this is a great gift and so easy and budget-friendly!

Treat Frosting for Special Occasions:

For Peanut Butter Frosting

1/3 cup cornstarch

2 Tablespoons peanut butter

1 Tablespoon honey*

3-4 Tablespoons hot water

How to Make Peanut Butter Treat Frosting:

In a microwavable small bowl, stir together the peanut butter and honey.

Place bowl in microwave and heat on high in 15-second increments, stirring between each increment until melted.

Whisk in cornstarch only until just combined.

If you want a thinner frosting, slowly add 1 Tablespoon of hot water in while whisking until the desired consistency is reached.

Frost cookies, or place frosting in a piping bag and pipe designs on the dog biscuit. 

*A note about Honey and Dogs:

Honey in small quantities is okay for dogs. I urge you to reach out to your vet if you are considering using honey as it can cause health issues for diabetic, obese, and immunodeficient dogs.

When giving your dog honey, watch for signs of vomiting, diarrhea or loss of appetite. If they show any of these symptoms, contact your pet’s veterinarian.

Remember to Include your vet:

Please remember to consult with your pet’s veterinarian to assess any possible allergies your pet may have prior to changing its diet.

Your dog’s nutritional needs will vary based on age, breed, and other factors.

Your vet can give you the best advice on what type of treats are best for your dog.

If you don’t have access to a vet, try your local pet specialty store. 

We have no doubt, your pups will love these homemade dog treats as much as our fur babies do!

These peanut butter dog biscuits are an easy homemade dog treat and one of the best healthy treats you can give your dog.

Our dogs also love Instant Pot Dog Food.

There’s nothing more thrilling than welcoming a new dog into the family. The joy and energy a puppy adds are exciting, yet there is much to consider before bringing home your new canine friend. Not only is it critical that you prepare your home, but it is also equally important that you are ready to train your dog with appropriate new behavior expected to function well in your family.

While it may feel overwhelming at first, training your new puppy at an early age while their behaviors are most malleable will simplify this process and allow for the most success.

How to Use Dog Treats when Training Your Puppy

Why use treats

As much as we wish animals could understand us, unfortunately, our words mean absolutely nothing to our dogs.

We must get their attention in another way. Dogs naturally crave the dominance of a pack leader and are eager to please.

Using treats to reward wanted behavior communicates to your puppy what is expected and gives them the motivation to obey.

Positive reinforcement begets positive results.

Dog training is most successful when your dog recognizes that there is a desirable outcome when they decipher what their human is seeking from them.

What kind of treat?

For the most successful training session, it is important to find a treat that your puppy is willing to work for. 

Hint: It’s these homemade apple peanut butter dog treats!

Some dogs respond best to a “high value” food such as a liver-based dog treat, while some will even work for their own kibble.

The texture of the treat can also be a preferential trait.

You don’t have to give your dog a large piece or a handful of goodies.

Begin by offering one small piece at a time, as long as your puppy is motivated.

If your dog is losing interest in the treat you are offering, you may have to adjust the value of the treat.

Small pieces of chicken, hot dog, cheese, or even vegetables often produce better responses.

Sit

The very first basic command most dog parents tackle is the instruction to sit.

Training your puppy to sit is a crucial tool for calming your dog and helping them to focus on you.

Begin by showing a treat to your dog to gain their attention.

Hold the treat above their nose, but not too high to cause them to jump, and command your dog to “sit”.

Slowly move the treat back behind your dog’s head.

Most dogs will naturally sit as their nose attempts to follow the treat.

The moment their rear touches the ground, reward them and praise them enthusiastically.

Stay

Another necessary directive to teach your puppy is to stay.

This is an important skill for your dog to remain in one spot despite the distractions around them.

Training your dog to stay will not only keep them safe but also protect others who may not be comfortable with a canine invading their space.

Building off of the previously taught skill, instruct your puppy to sit and reward them with a treat.

With their attention focused on you, place your hand in front of your dog while saying “stay”.

Reward your dog once again.

Now slightly rock away from your pup as you continue to hold your hand up and command “stay”.

Give another treat. Gradually increase your distance as you repeat this process, rewarding your pup as long as they remain in the sitting position.

If at any point your dog loses focus and stands up to approach you, start over by returning them to the sitting position.

Come

The third skill for your dog to learn is the ability to come when called.

This is not only useful when your puppy has gotten loose or is approaching an unsafe situation, but it is also handy in getting your dog to follow you to the desired location.

You may be calling for mealtime, commanding that they follow you into the house or car, or even inviting them to hop onto your bed or sofa for a cuddle (for small dogs or those with limited mobility, use a dog ramp).

When teaching your dog to come, starting in the sitting position is not necessary, although this can help gain their attention.

Move away from your pup as you excitedly call their name followed by “come.”

As soon as they obey, give them a treat.

Continue to practice

Remember, as with any new skill, repetition and positive reinforcement are key to strengthening the wanted behavior.

Dog training must be done daily and in an environment with the least amount of interruption.

As your pup masters each new command, increase the number of distractions or change the location to the outdoors to further test their focus. Investing your time early in training your puppy will result in a wonderful, well-behaved dog and will set a strong foundation for learning even more skills.

HAVE YOU TRIED THESE PEANUT BUTTER AND APPLESAUCE TREATS FOR DOGS?

Tell me about your experience in a comment below.

Your pet may also enjoy this CBD Dog Treats recipe from Today’s Best Recipe.

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Resources:

https://petmag.com/best-dog-treats/