Cranberries and pumpkin go hand in hand in a lot of our recipes for the holidays! However, did you know that cranberries and pumpkin are good for your 4-legged friend too? That's what makes these Homemade Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats so pawsome!
Cranberries are full of nutrition and include tons of antioxidants.
In addition, cranberries promote urinary tract health for dogs too!
Pumpkin is high in fiber and beta-carotene and that makes it a perfect treat for your best friend - make sure to use canned pumpkin, not raw or the sugar-laden pie filling!
Our Homemade Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats are THE perfect combination of cranberries and pumpkin!
These delicious cranberry dog cookies are the perfect homemade dog treats for the holidays!
Our Homemade Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats are THE perfect combination of cranberries and pumpkin!
These delicious treats are the perfect homemade dog treats for the holidays!
Looking for a tasty holiday treat for your 4-legged friend? Check out these Homemade Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats! They are THE perfect combination of cranberries and pumpkin!Homemade Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats Recipe
This is another one of those easy recipes for homemade treats that is filled with all kinds of goodness and health benefits.
Who knew dog treats could be so healthy?!
With delicious cranberries, pumpkin, and rolled oats it is a recipe you can feel good about giving your dog!
Ingredients:
2 cups wheat flour
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup whole fresh cranberries
16 oz (1 can) pumpkin puree, unsweetened (do NOT use pumpkin pie filling!)
1 ½ cup stock, chicken, beef or vegetable
How to make these dog-loving Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats
1. In a large bowl combine wheat flour, rolled oats, fresh cranberries, pumpkin puree and stock.
Mix thoroughly. If the mixture is too dry, add a bit of stock.
2. Use a small ice cream scoop and place a dallop of the mixture into the palm of your hand and roll it into a ball. There is no need to use cookie cutters!
Place dog treats onto a pizza stone or a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Bake for 50 minutes at 350 degrees.
4. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Do not serve hot food to your dog, this can cause severe injury.
5. After treats have cooled, place in a zip-lock bag or airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
Note: These Homemade Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats are meant to be used as a snack option for your furry friend and should not be used as a meal replacement for your pet. If you have any questions about this recipe and or the ingredients used, I urge you to contact your veterinarian.
Print this cranberry dog treat recipe!
Homemade Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats
Cranberries and pumpkin go hand in hand in a lot of our recipes for the holidays! However, did you know that cranberries and pumpkin are good for your 4-legged friend too? That's what makes these Homemade Cranberry & Pumpkin Dog Treats so pawsome!
Ingredients
- 2 cups wheat flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup whole fresh cranberries
- 16 oz (1 can) pumpkin puree, unsweetened
- 1 ½ cup stock, chicken, beef or vegetable
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine wheat flour, rolled oats, fresh cranberries, pumpkin puree and stock. Mix thoroughly. If the mixture is too dry add a bit of stock.
- Use a small ice cream scoop and place a dallop of the mixture into the palm of your hand and roll it into a ball. Place dog treats onto a pizza stone or a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 50 minutes at 350 degrees.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool. Do not serve hot food to your dog, this can cause severe injury.
- After treats have cooled, place in a zip-lock bag and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Cranberry & Pumpkin Doggie Treats are meant to be used as a snack option and should not be used as a meal replacement for your pet. If you have any questions about this recipe and or the ingredients used, I urge you to contact your veterinarian.
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Jeryl M. says
I am not doing any holiday shopping this year,
Carla says
I did what the recipe said ,and it came out a little bit doughy inside.
Molly says
Some ovens vary. Maybe try lowering the temp and cooking a bit slower 🙂
Bonnie says
What a great holiday recipe for doggy treats! Thanks for sharing.
Gina says
Can I use canned cranberry
Molly says
I would be afraid to do that because of added sugars etc. Sorry 🙁
Renee A Perry says
These look wonderful, I will be making these, thank you!!!
monique s says
I love this idea and think my pup would love the cranberry. I also like these are much more natural treats for the pup
Dana Rodriguez says
Perfect holiday treat for the pups!
Dorothy J Boucher says
What an easy recipe and great treat for your dogs. Love this one.
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Kai says
I just made this, and my dog loves it! I did chopped up the cranberries, so I know that she will eat it.
Renee T says
Thanks for sharing
heather says
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful recipe. I love making pet treats so I know for sure what is in them and that they are safe for our babies.
Julie Waldron says
Thank you for sharing these, our Maggie would enjoy them. It's great seeing a dog treat recipe that doesn't contain peanut butter since our daughter has an allergy.
Debbie P says
I dog is going to love these!
Antoinette M says
Great recipe for dog treats!