Peanut Butter Dog Cookies

Name: Peanut Butter Oatmeal Dog Treats
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 large egg; ½ cup mashed ripe banana (~1 large banana); 3 tablespoons creamy, natural peanut butter; 1 cup rolled oats

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By Kristen Chidsey

4.94 from 122 votes

Updated May 12, 2020

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Peanut Butter Dog Cookies are the perfect wholesome, homemade treat for your pup. Made with just oats, banana, peanut butter, and egg, these simple dog treats come together in minutes and are loved by dogs of all shapes and sizes.

If your dog is part of the family (and mine absolutely is), you will love spoiling them with these dog cookies and my dog birthday cake. Both use pantry staples and come together with minimal effort.

Boston Terrier about to eat a homemade dog treat made with oats, banana, and peanut butter.

Key Tips to Know Before Starting

Before you grab a bowl, here are a few small details that make these treats turn out just right for your four-legged friend.

Always check with your veterinarian before introducing new foods, especially if your dog has allergies or health concerns.
Choose natural peanut butter. Make sure it does not contain xylitol which is toxic to dogs. I prefer using natural peanut butter without added sugar or oils, but it is always best to read the label.
Use ripe banana. A soft, spotty banana mashes easily into the other ingredients.
Cool completely before storing in the fridge. Trapped steam can make the dog cookies quickly grow mold. Once cooled, store in the refrigerator where they will last up to a week.

How to Make Homemade Dog Cookies

Mix, scoop, bake! It is so easy to make these peanut butter dog cookies!

Step One: Prepare Batter

In a medium bowl, whisk the egg. Add in the banana and peanut butter and mash together until evenly incorporated. Add the oats and mix until combined. The mixture will be thick and slightly sticky, like my banana breakfast cookies.

Batter for homemade peanut butter dog treats in glass bowl next to bananas and oats

Step Two: Scoop

Scoop 1 tablespoon batter out onto baking sheet, lined with silicone mat or parchment paper. Flatten slightly with a fork, so that they will bake evenly.

Peanut Butter Dog Treats on baking sheet

Step Three: Bake

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the treats are set and lightly golden on the bottom.

Let the cookies cool completely and then let your pup enjoy!

Jar of homemade Peanut Butter Dog Treats

Storage Tip

Once cooled fully, store the dog cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. If your kitchen runs warm, refrigeration is the safer option.

You can also freeze the treats in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Homemade dog treats are such a small thing, but they feel special. And when your dog looks at you like you just handed them the greatest gift on earth, it makes the 15 minutes in the kitchen completely worth it.

4.94 from 122 votes

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Dog Treats

By: Kristen Chidsey

Servings:

Prep: 5

Cook: 10

Total: 15

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These Peanut Butter Dog Treats are the perfect treat for your dog! Made with only four ingredients, these cookies for dogs are the perfect homemade dog treat.

Ingredients

▢ 1 large egg
▢ ½ cup mashed ripe banana, ~1 large banana
▢ 3 tablespoons creamy, natural peanut butter
▢ 1 cup rolled oats

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉ (175℃).
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg. Add the banana and peanut butter and mix until the banana is mashed and everything is well combined. Add the oats and mix until the oats are fully moistened.
Scoop onto a rounded tablespoon onto a cookie sheet. Flatten slightly with a fork.
Bake for 10-12 minutes.
Cool fully before serving to your dog.

Notes

Storage: Once cooled, these homemade dog treats can be stored in an airtight container for 3 days at room temperature and for a week in the refrigerator.

Puppy-Friendly Modification: These dog treats are already soft and perfect for puppies, but if desired, use a food processor to blend the oats into an oat flour before adding the other ingredients. The batter won't be as thick, so best to use a mold (like these cute dog bones) and bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes. Let cool in the mold for 5 minutes and then flip out of mold.

Freeze Dog Treats: Allow the treats to cool, place them in an airtight freezer-safe container, and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Pull a treat or two out at a time and let fully defrost at room temperature or in the refrigerator before allowing your dog to enjoy.

Safe for humans as well.