Description

These 3-Ingredient Pumpkin Oat Dog Treats are a simple, healthy, and natural snack perfect for your furry friend. Made with just rolled oats, unsweetened pumpkin puree, and eggs, they are easy to prepare and free from any added sugars or artificial ingredients. The treats have a soft yet firm texture and can be shaped into bones or rounds for a fun presentation. Baked to perfection, they offer a wholesome homemade option to store-bought dog treats.

Ingredients

Scale

Primary Ingredients

3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
1 cup pumpkin puree, unsweetened
2 large eggs

Optional

Whole wheat or all-purpose flour, as needed for rolling

Instructions

Prep. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. This setup prepares your workstation for hassle-free baking and easy cleanup.
Process oats. Place the rolled oats into a clean, dry food processor and pulse on high speed for about 2 minutes until the oats reach a coarse flour-like consistency.
Mix dough. Add the unsweetened pumpkin puree and eggs to the processed oats in the food processor. Pulse until the mixture forms a stiff dough, which should hold together well but not be too sticky.
Shape treats. Lightly flour a clean surface with whole wheat or all-purpose flour to prevent sticking. Roll out the dough to approximately 1/4 inch thickness. Use a bone-shaped cookie cutter to create fun shaped treats and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Alternatively, for round treats, use a small cookie scoop to make dough balls onto the parchment paper and press each down with a fork to make crosshatch marks.
Bake. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes until the treats have stiffened. These treats will not brown significantly, so rely on texture rather than color to gauge doneness. After baking, allow the treats to cool completely on the baking sheets.
Store safely. Because these treats are made with fresh ingredients without preservatives, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a resealable bag for up to a month.

Notes

You can substitute the eggs with flax eggs for a vegan alternative: mix 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed meal with 6 tablespoons water, let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
Use old-fashioned rolled oats, not quick oats, for the best texture.
Keep an eye on baking time as ovens vary; treats should be firm but not hard.
Make sure treats cool completely before serving to your dog to prevent burns or crumbling.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dog Treats
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Pumpkin dog treats, healthy dog treats, homemade dog snacks, oat and pumpkin dog biscuits, easy dog treats