Introduction

These homemade peanut butter dog treats are a delicious and wholesome snack your furry friend will love. Made with simple ingredients and topped with a tasty peanut butter frosting, they’re perfect for rewarding good behavior or just showing some love.

A close-up view of several bone-shaped cookies laid out in a group on a white marbled surface. Each cookie is light brown with a rough, grainy texture and is topped with evenly spaced, thin zigzag lines of pale caramel-colored icing. The cookies overlap slightly, showing their uniform thickness and soft edges. The lighting highlights the texture and icing details clearly. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2½ cups whole wheat flour (300 grams)
1 large egg (50 grams)

1 cup peanut butter (270 grams)
1 cup water (227 grams)

2 tablespoons honey (43 grams)
2 tablespoons peanut butter (34 grams)

1 tablespoon honey (21 grams)
⅓ cup cornstarch (37 grams; can also use potato starch or arrowroot powder)
3-4 tablespoons hot water (43-57 grams)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and egg. Add 1 cup peanut butter, 1 cup water, and 2 tablespoons honey. Stir until a stiff dough forms. It will be firm and sticky, so you may need to use your hands or a mixer paddle attachment.
Step 3: Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough to about ½-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut into fun shapes. The treats won’t spread much during baking, so use your creativity.

Step 4: Place the shaped dough on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden. Smaller treats may need less time; watch carefully to prevent burning.
Step 5: Let the baked treats cool completely on a wire rack while you prepare the frosting.
Step 6: In a microwavable bowl, combine 2 tablespoons peanut butter and 1 tablespoon honey. Heat in 15-second increments, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.

Step 7: Add the melted peanut butter and honey mixture to the cornstarch in a separate bowl and stir until just combined.
Step 8: Gradually add hot water, one tablespoon at a time, stirring until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. Add more water for thinner frosting.
Step 9: Fill a piping bag with the frosting and decorate the cooled treats with fun designs.

Step 10: Optionally, frost the entire top of each dog treat with the peanut butter and honey mixture for extra flavor and appeal.

Tips & Variations

Use natural, unsalted peanut butter without xylitol or added sugars to keep the treats safe for dogs.
Switch out whole wheat flour for oat flour for a gluten-free alternative.

Add a sprinkle of cinnamon for an added health boost and flavor your dog may enjoy.
Use cookie cutters in shapes your dog favorites, like bones or paws, for a personalized touch.

Storage

Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to three months. When refrigerating or freezing, allow treats to return to room temperature before serving. The frosting may harden slightly but will soften once warmed.

How to Serve

Several bone-shaped cookies are placed on a white marbled surface in a scattered arrangement. Each cookie has a golden-brown color with a slightly coarse texture, and all are decorated with thin, even diagonal lines of light caramel or peanut butter-colored icing drizzled on top. The cookies have a slightly rough edge, showing they are homemade. The light on the cookies highlights their texture and the shine of the icing, giving a fresh-baked appeal. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use almond butter instead of peanut butter?

It’s best to stick with peanut butter because it’s generally safe and loved by dogs, but if your dog has no allergies and you use a natural almond butter without added sweeteners or salts, it can be a substitute in small amounts.

Are these treats suitable for puppies?

These treats are suitable for adult dogs, but for puppies, it’s a good idea to check with your veterinarian first, especially because of the whole wheat flour and honey content.