I whipped up Peanut Butter & Oatmeal No Bake Dog Treats with just three wholesome ingredients, and one unexpected pantry staple makes them hold together in minutes.
I never planned to become my dog’s snack dealer yet here I am. With simple staples like rolled oats and natural peanut butter, make sure its xylitol free, these No Bake Dog Treats somehow turned into my go to trick for stealing an extra cuddle.
They read like Homemade Pet Treats but dont act like boring health food, they get a full tail wag approval even when I’m rushed. I mess up recipes all the time, still this one felt almost accidental and addictive.
If you want a tiny cheat that your pup will beg for, this might be it.
Ingredients
- Rolled oats: Good source of fiber and slow carbs, helps digestion and keeps pups full.
- Natural peanut butter: Rich in protein and healthy fats, but make sure it’s xylitol free.
- Ripe banana: Adds natural sweetness and potassium, soft texture dogs almost always enjoy.
- Unsweetened applesauce: Low calorie binder that adds moisture, mild sweet note without added sugar.
- Canned pumpkin puree: High in fiber, gentle on digestion and gives a subtle earthy sweetness.
- Ground flaxseed: Boosts omega three and fiber, gives slight nuttiness, helps hold treats together.
- Water (optional): Used only if needed to adjust texture, adds no flavor just softness.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1 cup rolled oats (old fashioned, not instant)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (unsalted, make sure its xylitol free)
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce or canned pumpkin puree (optional)
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons water (optional)
How to Make this
1. Gather everything and double check the peanut butter is natural, unsalted and xylitol free, and that you have old fashioned rolled oats not instant.
2. Mash the ripe banana in a medium bowl until mostly smooth, small lumps are fine.
3. Add the peanut butter to the banana and stir until combined well; if the peanut butter is stiff warm it for 5 to 10 seconds in the microwave and stir again.
4. Stir in 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce or canned pumpkin puree if you want extra moisture, and add 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed if using.
5. Add 1 cup rolled oats and mix until a sticky dough forms; if it seems too dry add 1 to 2 tablespoons water, one tablespoon at a time, until it holds together.
6. Scoop the mixture with a spoon or cookie scoop and roll into balls about 1 inch wide, or press the dough into a parchment lined small pan about 1/4 inch thick and cut into shapes with a cookie cutter or knife.
7. No bake required, just place treats on a parchment lined tray and chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes until firm. For quicker setting pop them in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes then let them warm a bit before serving.
8. Store treats in an airtight container in the fridge up to 7 days or freeze up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before giving to your dog.
9. Portion and safety tips: start with small amounts to check for allergies, give small dogs one small treat and larger dogs two or three, and never use peanut butter that contains xylitol or added salt or sugar.
10. Extra hack: if you want smoother balls dampen your hands a little bit, and if you need extra binding a bit more mashed banana works better than too much water.
Equipment Needed
1. Medium mixing bowl
2. Fork or potato masher
3. Spoon and silicone spatula
4. Measuring cups and measuring spoons
5. Cookie scoop or tablespoon
6. Parchment paper and baking sheet or small square pan
7. Microwave or small saucepan for softening stiff peanut butter
8. Knife or small cookie cutter (if pressing and cutting)
9. Airtight container for storing treats
Quick, real-feeling recipe rewrite
Make sure your peanut butter is natural, unsalted and totally xylitol free, and use old fashioned rolled oats not instant. Mash one ripe banana in a medium bowl with a fork until mostly smooth, little lumps are fine. Add 1/2 cup peanut butter and stir until it blends; if the peanut butter is really stiff warm it for 5 to 10 seconds in the microwave then stir again. Stir in 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce or canned pumpkin puree if you want extra moisture, and add 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed if you are using it.
Add 1 cup rolled oats and mix until a sticky dough forms. If it feels too dry add 1 to 2 tablespoons water, one tablespoon at a time, until it holds together. Scoop with a cookie scoop or spoon and roll into balls about 1 inch wide, or press the dough into a parchment lined small pan about 1/4 inch thick and cut into shapes with a cookie cutter or knife. No baking needed, just place treats on a parchment lined tray and chill in the fridge for 30 to 60 minutes until firm. For faster setting pop them in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes then let them warm a little before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 7 days or freeze up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before giving to your dog. Start with small amounts to check for allergies, give small dogs one small treat and larger dogs two or three. If you want smoother balls dampen your hands a little bit, and if you need extra binding a bit more mashed banana works better than adding too much water.
FAQ
Peanut Butter & Oatmeal No Bake Dog Treats: A Simple Healthy Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Rolled oats: oat flour (just pulse the old fashioned oats in a blender), quick oats (makes a softer, chewier treat), quinoa flakes or brown rice flakes for a gluten free option.
- Natural peanut butter: almond butter, sunflower seed butter (good for nut allergies), plain unsweetened yogurt or mashed pumpkin for a nut free binder, just check labels for xylitol or extra salt.
- Ripe banana: unsweetened applesauce, canned pumpkin puree, or cooked mashed sweet potato; they all add moisture and natural sweetness.
- Ground flaxseed: ground chia seeds (similar omega 3 boost), hemp seeds, or simply omit and add a little extra oats or a splash of water to get the right texture.
Pro Tips
– Warm the peanut butter for just 5 to 10 seconds if it’s stiff, then stir — it’ll mix smoother and you wont have to add extra water. Dont overheat it though or it gets oily.
– If you need extra binding, add more mashed banana rather than more water; applesauce or pumpkin give moisture and flavor but use sparingly or the dough gets gummy.
– Pulse the old fashioned oats a couple quick times in a food processor for a finer, less chewy texture if you want cookies instead of rough bites. Not instant oats though, they change the texture too much.
– Dampening your hands makes rolling into smooth balls way easier, or press into a parchment lined pan and cut shapes for neater treats. Quick-freeze them 10 to 15 minutes to set fast, then let them warm a bit before giving to your dog.
– Safety first: always check the peanut butter label for xylitol, never use anything with it, and start with a tiny amount to check for allergies. Store airtight in the fridge up to 7 days or freeze up to 3 months, and portion by dog size — small dogs one treat, bigger dogs two or three.
Peanut Butter & Oatmeal No Bake Dog Treats: A Simple Healthy Recipe
I whipped up Peanut Butter & Oatmeal No Bake Dog Treats with just three wholesome ingredients, and one unexpected pantry staple makes them hold together in minutes.
8
servings
152
kcal
Equipment: 1. Medium mixing bowl
2. Fork or potato masher
3. Spoon and silicone spatula
4. Measuring cups and measuring spoons
5. Cookie scoop or tablespoon
6. Parchment paper and baking sheet or small square pan
7. Microwave or small saucepan for softening stiff peanut butter
8. Knife or small cookie cutter (if pressing and cutting)
9. Airtight container for storing treats
Quick, real-feeling recipe rewrite
Make sure your peanut butter is natural, unsalted and totally xylitol free, and use old fashioned rolled oats not instant. Mash one ripe banana in a medium bowl with a fork until mostly smooth, little lumps are fine. Add 1/2 cup peanut butter and stir until it blends; if the peanut butter is really stiff warm it for 5 to 10 seconds in the microwave then stir again. Stir in 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce or canned pumpkin puree if you want extra moisture, and add 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed if you are using it.
Add 1 cup rolled oats and mix until a sticky dough forms. If it feels too dry add 1 to 2 tablespoons water, one tablespoon at a time, until it holds together. Scoop with a cookie scoop or spoon and roll into balls about 1 inch wide, or press the dough into a parchment lined small pan about 1/4 inch thick and cut into shapes with a cookie cutter or knife. No baking needed, just place treats on a parchment lined tray and chill in the fridge for 30 to 60 minutes until firm. For faster setting pop them in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes then let them warm a little before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 7 days or freeze up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before giving to your dog. Start with small amounts to check for allergies, give small dogs one small treat and larger dogs two or three. If you want smoother balls dampen your hands a little bit, and if you need extra binding a bit more mashed banana works better than adding too much water.
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats (old fashioned, not instant)
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (unsalted, make sure its xylitol free)
1 ripe banana, mashed
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce or canned pumpkin puree (optional)
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional)
1 to 2 tablespoons water (optional)
Directions
- Gather everything and double check the peanut butter is natural, unsalted and xylitol free, and that you have old fashioned rolled oats not instant.
- Mash the ripe banana in a medium bowl until mostly smooth, small lumps are fine.
- Add the peanut butter to the banana and stir until combined well; if the peanut butter is stiff warm it for 5 to 10 seconds in the microwave and stir again.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce or canned pumpkin puree if you want extra moisture, and add 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed if using.
- Add 1 cup rolled oats and mix until a sticky dough forms; if it seems too dry add 1 to 2 tablespoons water, one tablespoon at a time, until it holds together.
- Scoop the mixture with a spoon or cookie scoop and roll into balls about 1 inch wide, or press the dough into a parchment lined small pan about 1/4 inch thick and cut into shapes with a cookie cutter or knife.
- No bake required, just place treats on a parchment lined tray and chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes until firm. For quicker setting pop them in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes then let them warm a bit before serving.
- Store treats in an airtight container in the fridge up to 7 days or freeze up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before giving to your dog.
- Portion and safety tips: start with small amounts to check for allergies, give small dogs one small treat and larger dogs two or three, and never use peanut butter that contains xylitol or added salt or sugar.
- Extra hack: if you want smoother balls dampen your hands a little bit, and if you need extra binding a bit more mashed banana works better than too much water.
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 46g
- Total number of serves: 8
- Calories: 152kcal
- Fat: 9.1g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Polyunsaturated: 2.5g
- Monounsaturated: 4.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 1mg
- Potassium: 208mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.4g
- Fiber: 2.7g
- Sugar: 3.3g
- Protein: 5.7g
- Vitamin A: 10IU
- Vitamin C: 1.3mg
- Calcium: 19mg
- Iron: 0.9mg
