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    Peanut Butter and Carrot Dog Treats

    Modified: Mar 16, 2025· Published: Mar 19, 2022 by Alaine · 21 Comments

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    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.

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    • How to make the dog treats
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    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. 
    dog treats on baking sheet

    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.

    glass bowl with carrots, egg and peanut butter
    1. 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. 
    carrot and peanut butter dog treat dough in a bowl
    1. Add dry ingredients – flour, baking powder and oats. Mix well until a dough forms. 
    dog treats on baking sheet
    1. Turn out on to floured surface, roll dough to ¼” thickness and cut into desired shapes.
    1. 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.

    baked dog treats in a glass jar

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    paw shaped homemade peanut butter carrot dog treats

    Peanut Butter Carrot Dog Treats

    Alaine @ My TX Kitchen
    Peanut butter, carrots and oats combine for a healthy treat for your dogs!
    4.91 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 30 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

    *Note: This makes a BIG batch – freeze some if needed! They last around one week at room temperature. Some readers have dehydrated the baked dog treats for longer term storage. 
    Keyword peanut butter carrot dog treats, peanut butter dog treat recipe
    Tried this recipe?Mention @mytxkitchen or tag #mytxkitchen!

    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.

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    1. Summer Bodam

      January 14, 2019 at 7:14 pm

      5 stars
      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

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      • Alaine

        January 20, 2019 at 12:29 pm

        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 🙂

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        • Madeline Ramirez

          March 12, 2025 at 2:32 pm

          I forgot the oats is that ok

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          • Alaine

            March 13, 2025 at 9:03 am

            Yes, I think they should still turn out without them.

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      • Laura

        February 23, 2023 at 12:35 am

        Could this bake up in a crockpot??

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        • Alaine

          March 03, 2023 at 8:08 am

          I don't think it would turn out the same. But I don't have any experience with baking in a crock-pot.

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          • Tricey

            August 09, 2023 at 12:48 pm

            5 stars
            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!

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            • Alaine

              August 09, 2023 at 2:58 pm

              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

              November 06, 2023 at 3:12 pm

              Do you bake then dehydrator ? Or just dehydrate? Thank you

    2. Rachel

      June 28, 2022 at 11:02 am

      5 stars
      My dog will not eat any other treats since I started making these. Thank you

      Reply
      • Alaine

        June 28, 2022 at 12:39 pm

        Absolutely love to hear that! Thank you!

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        • Michele Ryerse

          March 11, 2023 at 7:07 pm

          Could you substitute sweet potatoes for the carrots?

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          • Alaine

            March 13, 2023 at 7:01 am

            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.

            Reply
    3. Aryn

      October 07, 2022 at 1:28 pm

      5 stars
      My dogs love these treats so much!!Even my picky one will eat these. love love love this recipe!!

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    4. Annette

      May 13, 2023 at 10:00 am

      5 stars
      Our dog loves these treats! Carrots and peanut butter are his favorites. Thank you for the recipe.

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    5. SRP

      May 29, 2023 at 7:25 pm

      4 stars
      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

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      • Alaine

        May 31, 2023 at 7:51 am

        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!

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    6. Mindy

      June 26, 2023 at 1:48 pm

      5 stars
      My dogs both really liked these. Made a second batch today. Thanks so much!!

      Reply
    7. Kathy Browne

      October 11, 2023 at 10:18 am

      Hi, can I use almond flour instead of wheat to make these? If so are the measurements for everything the same?

      Thank you
      Kathy

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      • Alaine

        October 13, 2023 at 8:19 am

        Hi Kathy - Sorry, but I do not think almond flour would work as a replacement for the wheat flour in this recipe. Thank you.

        Reply
    8. Terie Fury

      May 13, 2024 at 7:59 pm

      5 stars
      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.

      Reply
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