These homemade Carrot Dog Treats started as a fun Easter idea, but they quickly became a favorite to include in my regular rotation for our dog, Magnus. Just a handful of staple, dog-friendly ingredients, and depending on the size treat you are going for, this recipe will yield 14-24 treats.
Working from my base recipe Homemade Soft Dog Treats, and using carrots for a different texture, flavor, and feel, these treats come together in one bowl. And if you have a food processor, it makes it even easier. The food processor really incorporates the ingredients and brings out the orange in the carrots, making this a fun treat for special occasions, especially Easter. You can also add a decorative dog-friendly icing to make them extra special.
To make fun shapes, use a cookie cutter, a sharp knife, or your hands to mold them. For egg-shaped Easter treats, I line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Then, using a large scoop, I placed balls of dough on the parchment paper. Using wet fingertips, I mold the dough into an egg shape. Super easy and requires little cleanup, since there is no dough rolling!
Carrot Dog Treat Ingredient Notes
See recipe card for measurements.
- Carrots: Carrots add natural sweetness and are a good source of Vitamin A for dogs.
- Oat Flour: A gentle, gluten-free option that’s easy to digest and works well for many dogs with sensitivities.
- Peanut Butter: All-natural, no added sugar or salt. Peanut butter adds flavor that dog love. Just be sure the brand you are using does not contain xylitol, as this is toxic to dogs.
- Applesauce: Helps bind everything together while adding moisture and a touch of natural sweetness.
- Egg: Helps give these treats structure.
Tip: I don’t usually buy oat flour. Instead, I make my own by adding rolled oats to my food processor and blending until they turn into a fine flour. It’s quick, easy, and much more budget-friendly.
How to Make Carrot Dog Treats
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Bowl Method: Add egg, peanut butter, and applesauce to a large mixing bowl. Using a whisk or hand-held mixer, combine until creamy.
- Add oat flour, and shredded carrots. Mix until dough is formed.
- Food Processor method: Add egg, peanut butter, and applesauce to the food processor bowl and blend until combined. Add shredded carrots, and flour and blend until dough forms.
- Using a cookie or ice cream scoop, portion the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Use your fingers to flatten to about ½ inch thick, and shape into circles or egg shapes. Or roll dough onto floured surface and cut into shapes.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until set.
- Let the treats cool completely before serving.
Yogurt Frosting – Optional
If you want to dress these up (especially for holidays or birthdays), you can add a simple frosting that is dog-friendly and holds up well:
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- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
Mix until smooth and spread lightly on cooled treats.
Tips for Success
- Shred carrots finely so they blend well into the dough
- If the dough feels too wet, add a little more oat flour
- If it feels too dry, add a small spoonful of applesauce or water
- Adjust size based on your dog (Magnus gets the larger ones 😊)
Storage
Store unfrosted dog treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Frosted treats will last 3-5 days.
Store frosted or unfrosted treats in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Magnus loves these treats, and honestly, I love how simple they are to pull together. Just a handful of real ingredients, one bowl (or food processor), and they bake into soft, nutritious treats that hold up well for the week.
If you’re already making homemade dog treats, this is an easy one to add in. And if you’re just getting started, this is a great place to begin. Other dog treat recipes you might like to try are: Zucchini Dog Treats, Peanut Butter and Banana Treats, and Pumpkin Apple Treats. To stay with a festive theme try these Carrot Cake Pupcakes.
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Homemade Carrot Dog Treats
Ingredients
Carrot Dog Treats
- 2 cups oat flour
- 2 cups carrots, finely shredded
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter unsalted, no added sugar, and no xylitol
- ½ cup applesauce, plain unsweetened
- 1 large egg
Dog-friendly Frosting – optional
- ½ cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
Instructions
Carrot Treats
- Preheat your oven to 350°F
- Food Processor method: Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until combined and dough is formed.
- Bowl method: Add egg, peanut butter, and applesauce to a large mixing bowl. Using a whisk or hand-held mixer, combine until creamy.
- Add oat flour and shredded carrots to the bowl and mix until dough is formed.
- Using a cookie or ice cream scoop, portion the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Use your fingers to flatten to ½-inch thickness, and shape into circles or egg shapes.
- Or roll dough on floured surface into ½-inch thickness and cut into shapes. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until set.
- Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely before adding icing.
Frosting – optional
- In a small bowl, add yogurt and coconut flour. Mix with a spatula or hand-held mixer until smooth.
- Add frosting to cool treats.
