These oatmeal cookies for dogs are a tail-wagging dessert! These tasty baked dog treats have nutritious and simple ingredients. Not only are these yummy homemade dog treats less expensive than store-bought ones, but they’re also so delicious your pup will gobble them up.
They’re the best oatmeal dog cookies with peanut butter and banana that you’ll ever make.
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Why You’ll Love This Oatmeal Dog Cookies Recipe
If you’re looking for easy homemade dog treats, you just found them! All you have to do is stir, shape, and bake!
Plus, they’re made without any added sugars. You can’t say the same about all store-bought dog treats. This is a great way to spoil your furry friend without gambling with their health.
Speaking of health, this homemade dog treats recipe is simple to customize. Replace any ingredients with ones that are better for your dog. And since they’re soft, they’re great for older dogs or ones with only a few teeth.
And anyone that’s tried to buy healthy dog treats will agree, they aren’t cheap! But these nutritious dog treats are inexpensive to make, saving you money.
Benefits of Oats for Dogs
According to the American Kennel Club, oats are great for dogs because they contain many nutrients including vitamin B, which helps maintain a healthy coat. They also have linoleic acid, which is a type of omega-6 fatty acid that helps to maintain the strength of dogs’ skin.
Whole oats are a great source of fiber that can regulate blood glucose levels and help regulate bowel movements.
Ingredients
The full recipe with exact ingredient amounts and step-by-step directions is in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this article. First, I want to share some information about the ingredients you can get at any grocery store.
- Old-fashioned Rolled Oats – The star of the cookies!
- Creamy Peanut Butter – A great source of protein and healthy fats. Plus it’s a flavor dogs love.
- Banana – Adds moisture to the dough and gives the cookies a little bit of sweetness.
- Egg – Binds the dough and is also a great protein source.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
Be sure to use natural peanut butter with peanuts being the only ingredient. Do not use peanut butter that contains xylitol, an artificial sweetener toxic to dogs.
You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or SunButter (sunflower seed butter). Also make sure it does not contain xylitol.
You can substitute banana with ½ cup of pumpkin puree or mashed cooked sweet potatoes.
You can substitute the chicken egg with a flax egg. Just mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes before using it.
How to Make the Cookies
These are the recipe steps and some photos of making the cookies. I hope they help you make these oat cookies for your dog. Note there is a printable recipe card below.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Mash the banana in a medium or large mixing bowl.
- Add the peanut butter and egg then stir to combine the wet ingredients until smooth.
- Add the old-fashioned oats and stir to combine.
- Take a tablespoon of the oatmeal dough and form it into a cookie shape. Place it on the baking sheet.
- Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
- Cool the cookies to room temperature, either on the baking sheet or transfer them to a wire rack.
You can form the cookies with larger or smaller pieces of dough. The baking time will need to be adjusted, less for small cookies and more for bigger ones.
Serving Size
How many homemade oatmeal doggie cookies 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 cookies, they are still treats and should be included when considering 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 cookie per day. However, you can use your judgment or consult with your veterinarian regarding how many cookies are right for your dog.
Also, keep in mind when adding new foods to your dog’s diet to start with small amounts to ensure your dog has no allergic or adverse reactions.
How to Store the Cookies and How Long They Last
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will last up to 1 week.
For longer storage, you can freeze them in a freezer-safe container or plastic freezer bag for up to 4 months.
Can people eat these dog oatmeal cookies?
Yes, they sure can! All the ingredients are safe for human consumption. Give one a try and you might like it. Just note it won’t be as sweet as a cookie made for people.
More Homemade Dog Treat Recipes
Do you want to make some more cookies and treats for your dog? Try these recipes!
- Banana Pumpkin Dog Treats
- Frozen Peanut Butter Dog Treats
- Peanut Butter Dog Biscuit Recipe
- Peanut Butter Dog Cookies with Icing
- Peanut Butter Dog Sandwich Cookies
- Pumpkin Dog Cookies
Find lots of recipes for healthy homemade dog treats right here on Spoiled Hounds!
Oatmeal Cookies for Dogs
Ingredients
- 1 Banana
- ½ cup Creamy Natural Peanut Butter
- 1 Egg
- 1 ½ cups Old Fashioned Oats
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a medium bowl, mash the banana with a fork. Add peanut butter and egg and combine well.
- Add oatmeal and stir until well combined.
- Spoon about a tablespoon of cookie dough into your hand and form it into a cookie shape. Place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
Can I substitute egg for unsweetened applesauce
The cookies would be very dense if you use applesauce instead of an egg because eggs act as a leavener.
How long do the keep?
They will last up to 1 week at room temperature or you can freeze them for up to 4 months.
Are these soft enough to put medications in?
I don’t think they would work well for putting medications in, even if they were underbaked. I suggest trying either of these treats that aren’t baked:
https://spoiledhounds.com/no-bake-dog-treats/
https://spoiledhounds.com/peanut-butter-pumpkin-soft-dog-treats/