Easy to make recipe for baked homemade Peanut Butter and Carrot Dog Treats made with shredded carrots, peanut butter, whole-wheat flour and oats. One bowl recipe.
I care about the nutritional status of all members of my family - including the four-legged ones. They have nutritional needs too! For instance, did you know that dogs had a requirement for Omega-3's (just like humans do)?!
We don't usually buy store bought dog-treats. Instead I'll give Clyde, our Bluetick Coonhound, a carrot, apple slices, a few pieces of leftover meat or one of his favorites, refried beans. Does anyone else's dog love refried beans? I think it's quite odd, but one day I accidentally dropped some on the floor and the rest is doggie history.
Easy Homemade Dog Treats
The dog treats are simple to mix up and only require ONE bowl. I usually don't even use my mixer. I found my cookie cutters at Wal-Mart. They were kind of big so I would usually break a treat in half. Next time I think I will search for a smaller cookie cutter.
Ingredients
- Creamy Peanut Butter - I used Jif Natural Creamy Peanut Butter. Look for PB with a simple ingredient list and be sure to avoid any containing artificial sweeteners.
- Milk - I used 2% cow's milk. Can substitute water if needed.
- Egg - Used as a binding agent.
- Carrots - I recommend finely shredding the carrots, they incorporate into the dough much easier. You can do this in a food processor.
- Whole-Wheat Flour - More nutrients than all-purpose flour. King Arthur White Whole-Wheat Flour is my go-to.
- Baking Powder
- Oats - I used regular old-fashioned oats.
How to make the dog treats
A quick visual guide to making the peanut butter and carrot dog treats. Please see recipe card at the bottom of the page for full ingredient measurements and instructions.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together peanut butter, milk, egg and shredded carrots. You can do this in your mixer or in a large mixing bowl with a wooden spoon.
- Add dry ingredients - flour, baking powder and oats. Mix well until a dough forms.
- Turn out on to floured surface, roll dough to ¼" thickness and cut into desired shapes.
- Bake at 325F on a parchment lined baking sheet for 15 minutes, remove from oven and flip dog treats and continue to bake 10 more minutes for a total cooking time of 25 minutes.
Recipe notes
- If you made smaller dog treats, they will need a shorter baking time.
- If you have a dog that has difficulty chewing, I recommend baking these for a shorter time so that they stay soft.
Storage
Allow peanut butter carrot dog treats to cool completely. Store in an air-tight container for up to one week. Can freeze for 3 months. Some readers have dehydrated this recipe after baking for longer dry storage.
📖 Recipe
Peanut Butter Carrot Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
- ¾ cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Carrot finely shredded (approx. 1-2 large carrot)
- 2 ¼ cup Whole Wheat Flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
- ⅓ cup Oats
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line large baking sheets with parchment paper or baking mats. Set aside.
- Combine peanut butter, milk, egg and carrot together in a large bowl. Add the flour, baking powder and oats. You may need to use your hands to work in the flour.
- Roll the dough out to ¼" thickness using a floured rolling pin. Cut into paw-friendly shapes using cookie cutters. Place on baking sheets and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven, flip the treats and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Allow treats to cool completely before serving.
Notes
Adapted from Sally's Baking Addiction.
It's hard to believe that out old Bluetick Coonhound will be ten this year. Clyde absolutely LOVED the treats. Make these homemade treats to celebrate the special dog in your life!
I hope your dog enjoys!
If you liked this recipe, be sure to check out my popular Peanut Butter and Zucchini Dog Treats!
Originally published on My TX Kitchen on July 27, 2016. Updated in March 2022.
Summer Bodam says
My dogs are obsessed with these treats they love it so much i forgot to add the oats cause it didnt say to mix them in the mixing part but they still still it!! Thank ya for this recipe
Alaine says
I'm glad to hear your dogs love these! I need to make my own old dog a batch soon. Thanks for pointing out the missing oats in the recipe, I updated it 🙂
Madeline Ramirez says
I forgot the oats is that ok
Alaine says
Yes, I think they should still turn out without them.
Laura says
Could this bake up in a crockpot??
Alaine says
I don't think it would turn out the same. But I don't have any experience with baking in a crock-pot.
Tricey says
Girl you need to stop it! (But not for real 😆)These are incredible!!!! I had the nerve to double the recipe and it made soooo many big bones for the houseless pets at my Church. I make treats to donate for the unhoused and their cats and dogs. I'm so thrilled and thankful for you and finding your recipe. I made it as written and they turned out perfectly fabulous and cute too with that sprinkling of oats at the end. They bake up very well and I used my dehydrator to make them last longer for the people who have no access to refrigeration or a freezer. (160° for about 4- 5 hours did the trick in my Septree dehydrator). I look forward to making this one again and again using these dog (& cat) friendly ingredients. Next time I'll substitute a sunflower butter (as per ASPCA website) to make it cat friendly. You made my entire summer and I thank you infinitely for this beautiful recipe. Be well Alaine, I appreciate you!
Alaine says
Thank you so much, Tricey! Your comment makes my day 🙂 What a blessing you are to serve your community! I'm glad you found this recipe and so happy to hear how these treats turned out. Thanks for the info about using sunbutter to make them for cats. Thank you!!
Lyn says
Do you bake then dehydrator ? Or just dehydrate? Thank you
Rachel says
My dog will not eat any other treats since I started making these. Thank you
Alaine says
Absolutely love to hear that! Thank you!
Michele Ryerse says
Could you substitute sweet potatoes for the carrots?
Alaine says
I think cooked mashed sweet potato would work as a substitute. I have never tried it, but I would recommend adjusting the milk or flour to get to a workable consistency, if needed.
Aryn says
My dogs love these treats so much!!Even my picky one will eat these. love love love this recipe!!
Annette says
Our dog loves these treats! Carrots and peanut butter are his favorites. Thank you for the recipe.
SRP says
Are these treats supposed to be crunchy or chewy!??! Ha! The ingredients are perfect; what's a doggie not to love. I'm just not sure if the consistency of mine came out correctly. Oopsies. Thanks
Alaine says
They are relatively soft but will be more crunchy the longer you bake them. Of course, the moisture content of the carrots can impact how they turn out as well. Thanks for trying!
Mindy says
My dogs both really liked these. Made a second batch today. Thanks so much!!
Kathy Browne says
Hi, can I use almond flour instead of wheat to make these? If so are the measurements for everything the same?
Thank you
Kathy
Alaine says
Hi Kathy - Sorry, but I do not think almond flour would work as a replacement for the wheat flour in this recipe. Thank you.
Terie Fury says
I absolutely love this recipe one thing that I did different after I bake them I put them in a dehydrator overnight.
And I was able to keep them a lot longer in a container on my cabinet and they were more crunchy.
Marilyn C Greenwood says
Thank you for this wonderful recipe. I also doubled the recipe and made so many for my daughter's two dogs and friends and neighbors doggies. I broke a little at a time and rolled and used cookie cutters in fun shapes for the holiday.I did have to add a little milk towards the end to moisten it, but they came out great!!!TY !!!
Alaine says
You're very welcome, Marilyn! Sounds like you have some very lucky pups. Merry Christmas!