Give your furry friend a refreshing frozen treat on hot days! Homemade frozen apple dog treats are all-natural and super tasty.
Your pup will love these yummy frozen dog treats with applesauce, yogurt, and various mixins for summer or throughout the year.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The biggest reason you’ll love this recipe is because it’s super easy to whip up at the last minute. All you do is stir and freeze.
Plus, you’ll love to give your pup something healthy and refreshing on hot summer days.
Does your dog get bored with food easily? Then keep this recipe close by. There are endless flavor possibilities – lots of options for mixins including peanut butter, pumpkin, berries, carrots, and more.
If your dog has food sensitivities, then you’ll appreciate that this recipe is made with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
You’ll need the following to make all three flavor variations: The printable recipe card below provides details and exact measurements.
For the base:
- Unsweetened applesauce is the star of the treats! Use store-bought or homemade applesauce.
- Plain Greek yogurt makes them creamy and gives them protein and probiotics.
For the mixins:
- Shredded Carrots are a great source of beta-carotene.
- Creamy natural peanut butter adds healthy fats and protein plus a flavor dogs love.
- Pumpkin puree adds fiber and makes a tasty combination of fall flavors
- Blueberries add vitamins and make a tasty combination of fruity flavors.
Ingredient Notes
Do not use peanut butter that contains any artificial sweeteners, especially xylitol which is toxic to dogs.
Do not use pumpkin pie mix because it may contain spices that are toxic to dogs. Be sure to use plain pumpkin puree. Oh, and check out my recipe for homemade pumpkin puree for dogs.
Equipment Needed
I’m sure you have measuring cups and mixing bowls for mixing the ingredients.
As far as freezing them, you can use an ice cube tray. However, dog-shaped silicone molds make them super cute.
How to Make Frozen Apple Dog Treats
These treats begin with a base of applesauce and yogurt. Then you stir in other ingredients to make the different flavors. Pour it into molds and freeze.
I’ve come up with 3 flavor variations and here are the steps for each along with some photos of the process. The recipe card below has the amounts of the mixins for each variation. The nutrition information in the recipe card is for variation 1.
You can make these variations or be creative and come up with your own. It’s a great way to use ingredients you have on hand in your pantry or fridge.
Tip: Placing the silicone mold on a baking sheet helps stabilize it for easy transfer to and from the freezer.
Pumpkin Apple Flavor
- Place applesauce, yogurt, pumpkin puree, and shredded carrots in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a silicone mold.
- Freeze until solid, about 3 hours.
Peanut Butter Yogurt Flavor
- Place yogurt, applesauce, and peanut butter in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a silicone mold, filling about halfway up.
- Press blueberries into the mixture. Add more of the mixture on top of the blueberries to fill the mold.
- Freeze until solid, about 3 hours.
Peanut Butter Carrot and Pumpkin Flavor
- Place yogurt, applesauce, shredded carrot, pumpkin, and peanut butter in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a silicone mold, filling about halfway up.
- Press blueberries into the mixture. Add more of the mixture on top of the blueberries to fill the mold.
- Freeze until solid, about 3 hours.
How to Store the Treats and How Long They Last
Once the treats are frozen solid, remove them from the molds and place them in a plastic freezer bag or freezer-safe container. Keep them stored in the freezer. They will last up to 3 months.
Serving Size
How many of these treats should you give your canine companion? That depends on the amount of food you gave your pet to eat that day and the size of your dog. Large dogs can consume more than smaller dogs.
Even though they are healthy treats, they should be included in your dog’s daily caloric intake. Make sure you don’t exceed the recommended amount for your dog. That amount changes for each dog breed, size, and activity level.
I suggest only giving your spoiled hound one treat per day. However, you can use your judgment or consult with your veterinarian regarding how many treats are right for your dog.
Also, keep in mind when adding any new food to your dog’s diet to start with small amounts to ensure your dog has no allergic or adverse reactions.
Can people eat these treats?
Yep, they sure can! All of the ingredients are safe for human consumption. Make tasty flavor combinations you or your friends and family would enjoy. You can even pour the mixture into popsicle molds and make popsicles. They’re great for people and dogs alike.
More Homemade Dog Treat Recipes
Do you want to make some more tasty treats for your spoiled hound? Try these recipes!
- Banana Pumpkin Dog Treats
- Frozen Banana Dog Treats
- Frozen Peanut Butter Dog Treats
- Strawberry Banana Dog Ice Cream
- Frozen Yogurt Dog Treats
Find lots of easy frozen dog treat recipes right here on Spoiled Hounds!
Frozen Apple Dog Treats
Ingredients
Variation 1
- 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- ¼ cup Pumpkin Puree
- ¼ cup Shredded Carrot
Variation 2
- 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- ¼ cup Creamy Natural Peanut Butter
- ¼ cup Blueberries fresh or frozen
Variation 3
- 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- 1 tablespoon Shredded Carrot
- 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Puree
- 1 tablespoon Creamy Natural Peanut Butter
- ¼ cup Blueberries fresh or frozen
Instructions
Variation 1
- Combine all ingredients and pour the mixture into a silicone mold.
Variation 2
- Combine yogurt, applesauce, and peanut butter. Pour the mixture into a silicone mold, filling about halfway up. Insert blueberries into the mixture. Add more of the mixture on top of the blueberries to fill the mold.
Variation 3
- Combine yogurt, applesauce, shredded carrot, pumpkin, and peanut butter. Pour the mixture into a silicone mold, filling about halfway up. Insert blueberries into the mixture. Add more of the mixture on top of the blueberries to fill the mold.
To Freeze
- Place the mold in the freezer for at least 3 hours or until frozen solid.
- Remove the treats from the mold and place them in a freezer-safe container or plastic freezer bag. Store the treats in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Since my rescued Pomeranian will not eat peanut butter, do you recommend a substitute?
You can use almond butter or SunButter (sunflower seed butter).
Can sweet potato be substituted for the pumpkin?
Yes, you can use plain mashed sweet potato instead of pumpkin.