They will probably lick it up happily, but can dogs eat cookie butter? Read this guide before sharing it with your pup!
As a devoted dog mom, I’ve seen how difficult it is to find accurate information about what dogs can and cannot eat. If you have a fur baby, you want to ensure they only eat what’s good for them. So, I sifted through all the information and shared what I found about dogs and cookie butter.
For ultimate pet safety, please ask your vet any questions you have regarding your dog eating cookie butter.
What Is Cookie Butter
Cookie butter is a sweet-tasting food paste that mimics the color and consistency of peanut butter. Unlike peanut butter, it’s made from cookie crumbs, flour, sugar, and some kind of fat or oil.
It’s spreadable and people like to eat it on toast, mix it into ice cream, or eat it by the spoonful. It’s not as sweet as frosting, so it fits in with the other “butter” spreads.
The most popular type of cookie butter is made from Biscoff, but you can also find store-brand Speculoos cookie butter jars at most grocery stores too.
The ingredients in Lotus Biscoff Cookie Butter are:
Biscoff Cookies (Wheat Flour, Sugar, Vegetable Oils [Contains One Or More Of Soybean Oil, Sunflower Oil, Canola Oil, Palm Oil), Brown Sugar Syrup, Sodium Bicarbonate [Leavening], Soy Flour, Salt, Cinnamon), Canola Oil, Sugar, Soy Lecithin, Citric Acid.
The main ingredients are Biscoff cookies, Canola Oil, and Sugar.
Nutrition Information
According to the Lotus Biscoff website, the cookie butter nutrients in a 2-tablespoon serving:
- Calories – 170
- Total Fat – 11 grams
- Sodium – 65 mg
- Total Carbohydrates – 17 grams
- Added Sugars – 11 grams
It doesn’t contain any added vitamins or minerals.
Safe In Small Amounts
Yes, dogs can safely have a small lick of cookie butter once in a while. There aren’t any ingredients in it that are toxic or harmful for dogs to eat.
But that doesn’t mean you should give your furry friend spoonfuls of it every day, either.
Even though cookie butter is safe in small amounts, this cookie spread is still really high in sugar and calories – which are two things that could contribute to health issues.
It’s never a good idea to give your dog anything that has added sweeteners or sugar in it. The other ingredients that dogs should avoid are gluten and canola oil – both are in the cookie butter.
Gluten Issues
Since cookie butter is made with cookie crumbs, there is gluten in it. This is important to know if your dog has celiac, gluten sensitivity, or if you’re trying to keep all wheat products away from your dog.
It’s also good to know if your puppy hasn’t had gluten yet and you don’t know if they are sensitive to it.
The first time you give your dog something with gluten, it’s best to watch for signs of allergic reactions or stomach issues.
Look for symptoms like gassiness, diarrhea, coughing, itching, or sneezing. Contact your veterinarian immediately if you notice your dog acting sick or lethargic.
Too Much Sugar Is Dangerous
Another reason to keep cookie butter away from your dog is because it’s way too high in calories and sugar. Sugar should make up a tiny percentage of their daily calories. And anything with added sugar on the nutrition label should be avoided.
In fact, large amounts of sugar could lead to serious health issues.
According to WebMD, too much sugar is dangerous for dogs. “It can make your dog overweight and cause problems with their teeth. It can even lead to diabetes.”
The only sugar dogs should eat should come from natural sources, like fruits and vegetables.
Is Cookie Butter Healthier For Dogs Than Peanut Butter
This is a common question because cookie butter is sold next to almond butter, peanut butter, and sunflower seed butter. So is it a good idea to give your peanut-sensitive dog cookie butter instead?
No, cookie butter isn’t healthier for dogs than peanut butter. Cookie butter has a lot more sugar and calories and unhealthy fats and oil. Natural peanut butter, however, is made with just one ingredient: peanut butter.
If your dog is allergic to peanuts, or even sensitive to them, try to find another nut or seed butter that doesn’t have added sugar or too much salt.
How Much Cookie Butter Can Dogs Eat
It’s best to keep all of the cookie butter away from your pup in order to help them maintain their weight and support their overall health.
If you walk into the room and your ornery pup is licking out the cookie butter jar they got out of the trash, they will probably be ok. All the fat and sugar might give them stomach upset or diarrhea, but that will probably be the worst of it.
Cookies For Dogs
If you really want to give your sweet puppy a treat, make cookies for dogs at home. I have a bunch of recipes for them! Use the search bar to find a delicious treat to make for your canine friends.
And you don’t have to make cookie butter for your dog, either. If your dog isn’t allergic, give them a bit of natural unsweetened peanut butter – and make sure it doesn’t contain the artificial sweetener xylitol.
Final Thoughts
As you enjoy a spoonful of cookie butter and want to share it with your puppy, remember that all that sugar and fat isn’t good for them. Give them a spoonful of almond or peanut butter, instead. Or make them a dog-safe cookie for dessert.
More Dog Resources
Here are even more resources about different sweet treats for humans that dogs can and can’t eat.
- Can Dogs Eat Frozen Yogurt
- Can Dogs Eat Jelly
- Can Dogs Eat Red Velvet Cake
- Can Dogs Eat Sprinkles
- Can Dogs Eat Tapioca
Find lots of articles on sweets dogs can and can’t eat right here on Spoiled Hounds.
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