It’s pumpkin and apple season here in New Hampshire and while we enjoy these flavors our pups enjoy them too! These Pumpkin and Apple Dog Treats combine fresh apple and pumpkin puree into a soft, wholesome cookie that’s perfect for any size dog. They come together in about 30 minutes and yield 24 soft pumpkin dog treats that your dog will love! They’re Magnus (our Great Dane) and all his neighborhood buddies approved!
I’ve made this dog cookie recipe so many times using various forms of fresh apple: chopped, applesauce and grated apples. By far the best texture and result has been with using the grated apple, they come out perfect every time. And these dog treats contain no peanut butter which is perfect for those dogs with a peanut allergy.
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Dog Treats
- Easy and no-fuss: simple ingredients, no fancy equipment needed.
- You know what’s in it: you control the ingredients and know that there are no artificial flavors or ingredients you can’t pronounce or understand.
- Dog-approved: I make these treats often and always have a batch in the freezer. Magnus and his furry friends go crazy for these homemade pumpkin treats!
- Soft texture: great for older dogs or puppies with sensitive teeth or gums.
- Less mess: these dog cookies hold together well. If you have big dogs with big mouths, you know the crumb problem!
Ingredients
See recipe card for ingredient measurements.
Pumpkin puree: freshly cooked or canned. If using canned, ensure it is pure pumpkin as pie-filling has added ingredients that may not be suitable for dogs. Here is a guide of How to Roast a Pumpkin so that you can use fresh pumpkin for this recipe if you’d like. Pumpkin benefits: pumpkins are rich in fiber and beta-carotene, and are good for a dog’s digestion and gut health.
Apple: peeled, cored and seeds removed. Then grated using a box or cheese grater. Apples are rich in vitamins and a natural sweetness.
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Whole wheat flour, quick oats, egg, and baking soda.
How to Make Pumpkin and Apple Dog Treats
This recipe yields about 24 2-inch round treats. Preheat oven to 350℉ (175℃). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together egg and pumpkin puree. Stir in grated apple.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, oats, and baking soda.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and combine until dough is formed.
- Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough onto baking sheet. With damp fingers and dough into a 2 inch round that is about 1/2-inch thick. Repeat with all treats.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until set and lightly brown on the bottom.
- Cool on a wire rack until completely cool before giving to your pup.
We always have a variety of homemade dog treats on rotation in our refrigerator and freezer. If you would like to know what’s in our freezer, then check out my most popular dog treat recipes: Homemade Soft Dog Treats, Peanut Butter Banana Treats and Bacon Cheddar Dog Treats.
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Pumpkin and Apple Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 Apple – peeled, cored and grated
- 1½ cups whole wheat flour
- ¾ cup quick oats
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉ (175℃). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Ina large bowl, whisk the egg. Add pumpkin puree and whisk to combine. Stir in grated apple.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk to combine the flour, oats and baking soda.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix to combine until dough forms.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons dough onto the baking sheet. With damp fingers, press each treat to form 2-inch round that is about ½ inch thick.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until set and lightly golden brown on the bottom.
- Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before serving to your pup.
