Air Fryer Dog Treats
Looking for a healthy, homemade treat option for your furry best friend? Look no further than your air fryer! These air-fried peanut butter and pumpkin dog treats are quick, simple to make, and use dog-safe ingredients you might already have in your pantry.
This recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, whole wheat flour, applesauce, peanut butter, pumpkin puree, and an egg. Plus, it’s easily customizable! Substitute other nut butters like almond butter for pups with peanut allergies, or swap the whole wheat flour for oat flour for a gluten-free option.
Whip up a batch in under 30 minutes and watch your dog devour these delicious and nutritious treats. They’re perfect for training rewards, spoiling your pup, or adding a healthy homemade touch to their diet.
So ditch the store-bought treats and fire up your air fryer! Your pup will thank you for it.
Questions I often get asked about this recipe:
Can I use another type of flour?
Yes, you can substitute oat flour for the whole wheat flour for a gluten-free option. Some people also use coconut flour, but you may need to adjust the amount as it’s more absorbent.
My dog is allergic to peanuts, what can I use instead?
You can substitute another dog-safe nut butter like almond butter or cashew butter. Just make sure it doesn’t contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
I don’t have applesauce, can I use something else?
Mashed banana can be a good substitute for the applesauce. Use a ripe banana and mash it well before adding it to the dough. You may need to adjust the amount slightly depending on the consistency of the banana.
How long will these treats stay fresh?
Store these treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage, just thaw them completely before giving them to your dog.
What you need to make Air Fryer Dog Treats:
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter (make sure it’s xylitol-free!)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
How to make it:
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the oats and flour. In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, peanut butter, egg, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. You may need to add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky.
Lightly flour a rolling pin and surface. Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
Use cookie cutters (bone-shaped are fun!) or a knife to cut out desired shapes from the dough.
Place the treats in a single layer in your air fryer basket, making sure they don’t touch. You may need to cook them in batches. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
Let the treats cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.
Tips:
You can substitute other dog-safe nut butters for the peanut butter, such as almond butter.
If your dog has allergies, you can use oat flour instead of whole wheat flour.
Want to add a little extra flavor? Try mixing in some shredded cheese, chopped cooked sweet potato, or dried herbs (like rosemary or parsley).
Always supervise your dog when they’re eating treats.
Latest Reviews:
These air-fried treats were a hit with my picky pup! They’re so easy to make and the peanut butter and pumpkin flavor is a winner. Love that they’re healthy too! Donny H.
My dog goes crazy for these treats! I love that I can customize them with different ingredients and they cook up so fast in the air fryer. No more greasy oven baked treats! Tracey G.
Perfect training reward! These treats are small, healthy, and my pup can’t get enough of them. So much better than store-bought options and so easy to whip up a batch. Samantha D.
Printable Recipe:
Air Fryer Dog Treats
These healthy treats are quick and simple to make, and use ingredients you might already have on hand. Plus, they're customizable with your pup's favorite flavors!
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter (make sure it's xylitol-free!)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats and flour.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, peanut butter, egg, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. You may need to add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Lightly flour a rolling pin and surface. Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use cookie cutters (bone-shaped are fun!) or a knife to cut out desired shapes from the dough.
- Place the treats in a single layer in your air fryer basket, making sure they don't touch. You may need to cook them in batches.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
- Let the treats cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.
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