DIY Dog Treat Recipes Using Common Kitchen Ingredients

If your dog is anything like Butter, a tasty treat can turn a “meh” moment into a tail-wagging celebration. But store-bought dog treats? They can be pricey—and sometimes packed with ingredients we can’t even pronounce.

Good news: You don’t need a fancy chef’s hat or expensive tools to whip up delicious, dog-approved snacks. In fact, you probably already have most of these ingredients in your kitchen!

Here are 3 simple DIY dog treat recipes that are safe, healthy, and Butter-tested.

🥜 1. Peanut Butter & Banana Bites

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup oat flour (or finely ground rolled oats)
  • ½ cup natural peanut butter (no xylitol)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mash banana in a bowl, then mix in peanut butter and oat flour.
  3. Roll into small balls or flatten into coins.
  4. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until firm.

🐾 Butter’s Review:
These are his all-time faves—he does his signature spin for one every time!

🥕 2. Carrot & Apple Crunchers

Ingredients:

  • 1 apple, grated (core and seeds removed)
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 egg

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine all ingredients into a thick dough.
  3. Roll out and cut with cookie cutters (bone shapes are cute, but any will do).
  4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and crunchy.

Tip: Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

🐾 Bonus: Great for dogs who like a good crunch without added sugar.

🍠 3. Sweet Potato Chews (One Ingredient!)

Ingredients:

  • 1 large sweet potato

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. Wash and slice sweet potato into thin rounds or strips.
  3. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 2–3 hours, flipping halfway through.
  4. Let cool—treats will firm up even more as they cool.

🐾 Butter’s Take:
Perfect for keeping him occupied. They’re chewy and satisfying without being greasy.

🦴 Storage Tips:

  • Store baked treats in an airtight container for up to 5–7 days.
  • For longer shelf life, freeze extras and thaw as needed.

💬 Final Thoughts

DIY dog treats are not just healthier—they’re fun to make! And when you see Butter’s excited little jumps while you’re baking, it makes the effort totally worth it.

So, next time you spot a ripe banana or a lone sweet potato on your counter, don’t toss it—turn it into a tasty treat for your best bud.

🐶 Got a favorite homemade dog treat recipe? Share it with us in the comments or tag @butterandfifi on Instagram so we can feature your pup’s snack-time smile!