I made these No Bake Dog Treats in ten minutes and my picky rescue went absolutely nuts, so trust me you need to keep scrolling.
I am obsessed with these Peanut Butter & Oatmeal No Bake Dog Treats because my dog loses his mind for the smell. I love that they use simple rolled oats and natural, unsweetened peanut butter (xylitol free), nothing fake.
But it’s not just about the peanut butter high; the texture is chewy, a little rustic, and totally satisfying to chew. I catch him nosing the jar like he knows something good is inside.
And I get to make something from scratch without drama. These are my go-to Easy Dog Treat Recipes when I want to spoil him fast.
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Ingredients
- Rolled oats give gentle chew, fiber for digestion, and a hearty base.
- Basically peanut butter adds protein, fat and serious dog approved flavor, make sure xylitol free.
- Plus applesauce or banana brings moisture and gentle sweetness dogs usually love.
- Coconut oil or water helps bind things together and adds healthy fat.
- Basically ground flax or chia sneaks in omegas, fiber and tiny crunchy bits.
- Plus honey gives a little natural sweetness, avoid for puppies under one year.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1 cup rolled oats (old fashioned)
- 1/2 cup natural, unsweetened peanut butter (make sure it is xylitol free)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana
- 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut oil or water, as needed for binding
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, avoid for puppies under 1 year)
How to Make this
1. In a medium bowl combine 1 cup rolled oats and 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds if using, stir to mix the dry stuff together.
2. Add 1/2 cup natural unsweetened peanut butter make sure it is xylitol free and 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana, then stir until it starts to come together.
3. If using honey add 1 tablespoon now but skip this if your dog is under 1 year old.
4. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut oil or water, a little at a time, until the mixture holds together but isnt too sticky; you want a dough you can roll or press.
5. Chill the dough in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes if its too soft to handle, this helps firm it up.
6. Scoop out small portions and roll into bite sized balls or press into silicone molds, whatever shape you like; smaller treats are better for training and portion control.
7. Place the treats on a parchment lined tray and press them gently so they wont fall apart when you store them.
8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set, or freeze for 10 to 15 minutes if you want them firm faster.
9. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months, thaw a few before serving.
10. Always test one first and watch your dog for any upset stomach, and remember to keep these as treats not a full meal.
Equipment Needed
1. Medium mixing bowl — for combining the oats, peanut butter and applesauce
2. Measuring cups and spoons — 1 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/4 cup and tablespoons so the ratios stay right
3. Rubber spatula or wooden spoon — to stir and scrape the sides (gets sticky)
4. Whisk or fork — to help break up the oats and mix flax or chia evenly
5. Small cookie scoop or tablespoon — for portioning uniform bite sized treats
6. Silicone molds or baking sheet — molds for shapes, sheet if you prefer rolling into balls
7. Parchment paper — lines the tray so treats dont stick and cleanup is easy
8. Tray or plate that fits in your fridge/freezer — for chilling the treats flat while they set
9. Airtight container or freezer bag — to store treats in the fridge up to a week or freeze for longer
(Note: keep an eye on your dog the first time you give these, and skip honey for puppies under 1 year)
FAQ
Peanut Butter & Oatmeal No Bake Dog Treats: A Simple Healthy Recipe Substitutions and Variations
Peanut Butter & Oatmeal No Bake Dog Treats: A Simple Healthy Recipe
These treats are super easy, wholesome, and my dog absolutely loses his mind for them. They store well in the fridge and you can tweak them a bunch. Quick note: always use peanut butter that is xylitol free, and skip honey for puppies under 1 year.
Ingredients
– 1 cup rolled oats (old fashioned)
– 1/2 cup natural, unsweetened peanut butter (make sure it is xylitol free)
– 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana
– 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut oil or water, as needed for binding
– 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
– 1 tablespoon honey (optional, avoid for puppies under 1 year)
Directions
1. In a bowl, mix the oats, flaxseed or chia if using, and peanut butter. Stir until kinda combined.
2. Add the applesauce or mashed banana. Mix. If it looks dry add 1 tablespoon coconut oil or a splash of water, then work to a sticky dough. Use the second tablespoon only if you need it.
3. Scoop small spoonfuls and roll into balls, or press into a small tray and cut shapes. They’re fine at about 1 inch balls for medium dogs.
4. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes so they firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer.
Substitutions
- Rolled oats: use quick oats or oat flour if you want a finer texture; quinoa flakes can work for a gluten free option.
- Peanut butter: swap for sunflower seed butter or almond butter, just confirm no xylitol and that your dog tolerates tree nuts.
- Unsweetened applesauce/banana: canned pumpkin puree works great and adds fiber, or plain mashed sweet potato.
- Coconut oil or water: use olive oil or melted butter sparingly if you want more richness, or extra applesauce for a lower fat option.
Tips and tricks
– If the dough is crumbly, add a bit more peanut butter or applesauce. If too sticky, stir in a little more oats.
– Cut treats small for training, and always watch for any new food sensitivities when you give new treats.
Enjoy making them, your pup will thank you, probably with sloppy kisses.
Pro Tips
1. Always double check the peanut butter label for xylitol. Even tiny amounts will hurt dogs, so when in doubt pick one with only peanuts and maybe salt.
2. If the dough is too sticky, chill it instead of adding more oats. Adding more oats makes treats dry and crumbly, chilling firms them up without changing the texture much.
3. For consistent bite sized treats, use a small cookie scoop or a melon baller. That way you control calories and training treats are all the same size.
4. Freeze a batch in single layers on a tray first, then transfer to freezer bags. They last longer and you can grab just a few without thawing the whole batch.
5. Introduce one treat to your dog first and watch for any stomach upset or reactions, especially if you used honey or banana or if the dog has never had peanut butter before.
Peanut Butter & Oatmeal No Bake Dog Treats: A Simple Healthy Recipe
I made these No Bake Dog Treats in ten minutes and my picky rescue went absolutely nuts, so trust me you need to keep scrolling.
8
servings
165
kcal
Equipment: 1. Medium mixing bowl — for combining the oats, peanut butter and applesauce
2. Measuring cups and spoons — 1 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/4 cup and tablespoons so the ratios stay right
3. Rubber spatula or wooden spoon — to stir and scrape the sides (gets sticky)
4. Whisk or fork — to help break up the oats and mix flax or chia evenly
5. Small cookie scoop or tablespoon — for portioning uniform bite sized treats
6. Silicone molds or baking sheet — molds for shapes, sheet if you prefer rolling into balls
7. Parchment paper — lines the tray so treats dont stick and cleanup is easy
8. Tray or plate that fits in your fridge/freezer — for chilling the treats flat while they set
9. Airtight container or freezer bag — to store treats in the fridge up to a week or freeze for longer
(Note: keep an eye on your dog the first time you give these, and skip honey for puppies under 1 year)
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats (old fashioned)
1/2 cup natural, unsweetened peanut butter (make sure it is xylitol free)
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana
1 to 2 tablespoons coconut oil or water, as needed for binding
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
1 tablespoon honey (optional, avoid for puppies under 1 year)
Directions
- In a medium bowl combine 1 cup rolled oats and 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds if using, stir to mix the dry stuff together.
- Add 1/2 cup natural unsweetened peanut butter make sure it is xylitol free and 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana, then stir until it starts to come together.
- If using honey add 1 tablespoon now but skip this if your dog is under 1 year old.
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut oil or water, a little at a time, until the mixture holds together but isnt too sticky; you want a dough you can roll or press.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes if its too soft to handle, this helps firm it up.
- Scoop out small portions and roll into bite sized balls or press into silicone molds, whatever shape you like; smaller treats are better for training and portion control.
- Place the treats on a parchment lined tray and press them gently so they wont fall apart when you store them.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set, or freeze for 10 to 15 minutes if you want them firm faster.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months, thaw a few before serving.
- Always test one first and watch your dog for any upset stomach, and remember to keep these as treats not a full meal.
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 39g
- Total number of serves: 8
- Calories: 165kcal
- Fat: 10.8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Polyunsaturated: 2.25g
- Monounsaturated: 3.55g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 3mg
- Potassium: 181mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.8g
- Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugar: 4.8g
- Protein: 5.6g
- Vitamin A: 0IU
- Vitamin C: 0.1mg
- Calcium: 18mg
- Iron: 0.9mg
