To be honest, I’m not very good at cooking when it comes to dinner. But there is one type of food that is always a hit in my homemaking homemade dog treat recipes.
Every weekend, I choose a new dog treat recipe to test, and my dog enjoys the entire process from beginning to end. My food may put my pals running for the hills, but to my dog, I’m the best chef in the world.
And, because I’ve made so many various dogs treat recipes over the years, I decided to compile a list of my personal favorites. So, if you want to make your own homemade dog treats, here are 30 simple recipes to get you started.
30 Simple Dog Treat Recipes: Easy Made And Quick
If you’ve never prepared your own dog treats before, I recommend starting with one of the recipes below. In addition, regardless of baking ability, I would recommend these recipes to anyone. Who doesn’t appreciate simplicity?
These basic dog treat recipes are straightforward to make, even for inexperienced cooks like me. And don’t worry if your goodies don’t turn out as nice as they do in the images; your dog will still like them.
Here are 30 simple dogs treat ideas that are easy to make. There are dog treat recipes for everyone, from grain-free dog biscuits to frozen options.
1. A Protein And Vitamins Dog Treats / Petsheed
This is a healthier alternative to canned dog food, this recipe is loaded with fresh protein and vitamins and can be stored in your fridge for most of the week. You can enjoy making this recipe with 1 pound of beef stew meat, 1 small sweet potato, 1/2 cup of carrots, diced, 1/2 cup of green beans, diced, 1/2 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of water or organic vegetable oil, plus 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil for frying. Total: Makes approx 4 cups (or 32 fluid ounces).
- ingredient: 6
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
2. Apple Carrot Dog Treats / My Baking Addiction
My dog likes apples and carrots, that’s why these simple dog treats are a favorite of hers. She starts licking her lips as soon as I take a couple of carrots. All you need for this recipe is one cup of grated carrots, a cup of whole wheat flour, half a cup of apple sauce, and one egg.
- ingredient: 4
- Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
3. Apple Cinnamon Dog Treats / Two Little Cavaliers
If you would like to impress your pet, try this easy dog treat recipe. It’s one of those that smells fantastic, so get ready for some excitement in the kitchen when you’re preparing these. One egg, half a cup of apple sauce, and one cup of dried quick cook oats.
- ingredient: 3
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
4. Best of Breed Dog Biscuits / King Arthur Flour
The dog drools over this peanut butter dog biscuit recipe. Anything with peanut butter is almost always a great hit around us. All you need is one cup of rolled oats, two cups of flour, a tablespoon of parsley, a half teaspoon of salt, and half a cup of dry milk.
- ingredient: 5
- Cooking Time: 40-60 minutes
5. Birthday Bones/ All Recipes
If you have any creative cookie cutters on hand, this dog treat recipe is great. And because it’s peanut butter-based, it’s almost certain to be a hit with your dog. I have yet to meet a dog who does not love PB. 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 cup unsalted natural peanut butter, and 1 cup skim milk is required for this recipe.
- ingredient: 4
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes bake at 375 F.
6. Banana Almond Puppy Treats Recipe / Pretty Fluffy
This is an excellent soft dog treat recipe for both puppies and adult dogs. And, just so you know, the smells in your kitchen will be incredible when you’re cooking these. One egg, three-quarters cup unsalted almond butter, one-third banana, and teaspoon cinnamon are required.
7. Chicken Valentine Dog Treats / Kol’s Notes
My dog likes chicken, and these dog’s treat recipes make them wild just a heads up. A cup of chopped chicken, half a cup of cooked rice, 3 tablespoons rice flour, a tablespoon of parsley, and one egg are all required. If you do not have chicken, you may use your dog’s favorite meal as a substitute in this simple dish.
- ingredient: 5
- Cooking Time: 20-30 minutes
8. Cheesy Bone Treats / Sugar The Golden Retriever
These homemade dog treats are going to make your kitchen smell fantastic; good luck keeping your dog away from the kitchen while you’re cooking them. It’s as simple as two cups of shredded cheese, four cups of flour, some oil, and water.
25. Simple Two Ingredient Dog Treats / Dog Milk
This simple dog treat recipes is ideal for inexperienced cooks (myself included). If you want to make some extremely simple dog treats, I recommend starting with this simple recipe. Because you just need only 2 jars of pureed baby food and 2 cups of organic whole wheat flour. My dog’s favorite baby foods are blueberry, steak, and sweet potato.
- ingredient: 2
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
26. Sweet Potato Fries for Dogs / Beagles and Bargains
We all need our vegetables, and happily, sweet potato appears to be a favorite among our pups. You’ll need a sweet potato, cinnamon, oil, coconut, and turmeric for this homemade dog treat recipe. These are a fantastic way for both you and your dog to receive part of your daily veggie portions.
- ingredient: 4
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
27. Simple Pumpkin Cookies / My GBGV Life
If you’ve never made pumpkin dog food before, this is a good place to start. These sweets are delicious and simple to make. All you need is 1 egg, 2/3 cup pure canned pumpkin, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 1/2 cups flour.
- ingredient: 4
- Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
28. Salmon And Sweet Potato Dog Treats / Kol’s Notes
Because they’re soft and simple to break into small bite-sized pieces, these homemade dog treats are ideal for training. They’re also ideal for older dogs who don’t enjoy crispy treats. All you need is one medium sweet potato, one can of salmon, two eggs, coconut oil for coating the pan, and one-third cup of coconut flour.
30. Three Ingredient Vegan, Gluten Free Dog Treats / Plant Philosphy
Looking for quick and easy grain-free dog treat recipes? This is an excellent recipe for dogs who are sensitive to grains. You only need oat or rice flour, peanut butter, and a handful of bananas to get started. Is it possible to get any easy than that?
- ingredient: 3
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
The Benefits of Making Homemade Dog Treats
When it comes to preparing dog treat recipes at home, you may wonder if it’s worth the effort. I enjoy making treats, but the benefits extend beyond simply making my dog happy.
Once it comes to dog treats, I would rather make my own than buy them. It’s good to know exactly what’s in your dog’s treats, and I appreciate being able to regulate the portion quantity. Other advantages of producing homemade dog treats include:
- You are aware of all of the ingredients in your dog’s treats.
- You can easily adjust the portion amount.
- They’re an excellent way to improve your baking talents.
- Your dog will receive an extra special reward that you have produced.
- You’ll have plenty of training snacks on hand.
- Baking can be soothing (well it is to weirdos like me at least)
- Making dog treats (and baking in general) encourages creative expression.
These Homemade Dog Treat Recipes Are for Everyone
So there you have it, my friends: 30 of my favorite homemade dog treat recipes, Benefit to bookmark this page for future reference — your pup will be appreciative.
Even if you’ve never baked before, you can prepare these easy dog treat recipes. It’s difficult to go wrong with five ingredients or less, and there’s comfort in knowing exactly what’s in your dog’s food. When we’re working on new training habits, I prepare homemade dog treats — the added focus they offer is invaluable.
Make some homemade dog treats for your dog as a special treat this weekend. Even if your human buddies aren’t impressed by your cooking talents, I’m sure he will be. My cooking is a nightmare for my pals, but I’m the best chef in the world for my dog.
