Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits are classic crunchy treats packed with the nutty flavor dogs love. Made with simple ingredients and baked until crisp, they’re perfect for filling the treat jar and spoiling your pup with something special.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
There’s a reason peanut butter treats are such a favorite with dogs, and making your own biscuits lets you turn that irresistible flavor into a special treat. Here are a few reasons you’ll love this recipe too.
Easy to Make – The dough is simple to mix, roll, and cut. Once the biscuits are shaped, just pop them in the oven and bake until crisp.
Wholesome Ingredients – These homemade peanut butter biscuits for dogs are made with simple ingredients. There’s no added sugar, artificial sweeteners, or preservatives.
Customizable – Change the nut or seed butter, swap the applesauce for pumpkin, or make the treats soft and chewy instead of crunchy. It’s easy to adjust the recipe to suit your pup.
Budget-Friendly – A batch of dog peanut butter biscuits costs less than many specialty treats, and they’re made with basic ingredients you may already have in your kitchen.
Ingredients and What They Bring to the Treats
You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make these crunchy biscuits. Each one plays a part in creating the dough, texture, and flavor.
- Peanut Butter – Gives the biscuits their rich, nutty flavor that dogs love and adds moisture to the dough.
- Unsweetened Applesauce – Adds moisture and a touch of natural sweetness without added sugar.
- Egg – Helps bind the ingredients together and gives the biscuits structure.
- Coconut Oil – Adds moisture and richness to the dough.
- Oat Flour – Forms the base of the biscuits and gives the dough enough structure to roll and cut.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
There are a few important things to keep in mind when choosing ingredients, along with some easy substitutions if you need them.
Peanut Butter
Always check the ingredient label and make sure the peanut butter does not contain xylitol, an artificial sweetener that is toxic to dogs.
You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter. Whichever you choose, make sure it is xylitol-free and doesn’t contain ingredients that aren’t safe for dogs.
Applesauce
Use plain, unsweetened applesauce without added sugar or artificial sweeteners. You can substitute it with plain pumpkin puree.
Oat Flour
You can make oat flour by blending old-fashioned rolled oats in a blender or food processor until they have a flour consistency. One cup of oats makes approximately ¾ cup of oat flour.
You can substitute oat flour with brown rice flour, all-purpose flour, or a 50-50 combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour. Because whole wheat flour is denser, it’s not a good substitute to use by itself.
Flour substitutions can affect the consistency of the dough. Start with less flour and add more as needed until the dough reaches the right consistency for rolling and cutting.
Equipment Needed
You probably already have most of the kitchen equipment you’ll need to make these biscuits, including mixing bowls, a mixer or spoon, rolling pin, baking sheet, and parchment paper.
You can use any cookie cutter you like, but bone-shaped cookie cutters make the biscuits extra cute.
I used a custom-made cookie cutter for the biscuits shown in the photos. That particular cutter is no longer available, but I found this highly rated custom dog bone cookie cutter that you can personalize for your pup.
How to Make Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits
These easy homemade dog biscuits start with a simple peanut butter dough. Chilling the dough before rolling makes the sticky mixture easier to handle and cut into shapes.
- Place the peanut butter, applesauce, egg, and melted coconut oil in a large bowl.
- Mix by hand or with an electric mixer until the wet ingredients are well combined.
- Add the oat flour and mix until a dough forms. The dough will be sticky at this point.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate it for about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the chilled dough on a flat surface and roll it out to about ⅓-inch thick. If the dough is still too sticky to roll, work in a little more oat flour.
- Cut out the biscuits with your favorite cookie cutter.
- Gather the dough scraps, re-roll them, and continue cutting until all the dough has been used.
- Place the cutouts on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Transfer the baked biscuits to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before serving.
How to Make Them as Soft and Chewy Treats
Prefer softer treats? You can skip the rolling and cutting and use silicone molds instead.
Place the silicone molds on a baking sheet for stability. Press the dough firmly into the cavities, filling each one evenly. Bake as directed, then allow the treats to cool completely before removing them from the molds.
This variation is a great option for dogs that prefer a softer texture or have difficulty chewing crunchy biscuits.
How to Store the Biscuits and How Long They Last
Store the peanut butter dog biscuits in an airtight container. They will last up to 5 days at room temperature or 1 week in the refrigerator.
For longer storage, place them in a freezer-safe container or plastic freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw the biscuits before serving.
Can people eat these biscuits?
Yes, they sure can! All the ingredients are safe for human consumption. They’re a fun cookie option for those watching their sugar intake. Give one a try and see if you like it.
More Homemade Dog Treat Recipes
Want to make more tasty treats for your dog? Check these homemade treats out:
- Apple Dog Treats
- Bacon Dog Treats
- Dog Treats for Bad Breath
- Liver Dog Treats
- Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats
- Peanut Butter Honey Dog Treats
- Peanut Butter Pumpkin Dog Treats
- Sweet Potato Dog Chews
- Whipped Cream for Dogs
Find lots of easy dog treat recipes right here on Spoiled Hounds!
Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter (natural unsweetened)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 2 cups oat flour
Instructions
Dough
- Place the applesauce, peanut butter, egg, and coconut oil in a bowl.
- Combine the wet ingredients with a mixer or by hand.
- Add the oat flour and combine well. The dough will be sticky.
Method 1 – Cutouts for Crunchy
- Place the dough in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
- Roll the dough out onto a flat surface until about 1/3-inch thick.
- Using your favorite cookie cutter, cut out as many shapes as possible. If the dough is still too sticky to roll, add a little more oat flour.
- Gather the scraps, re-roll, and cut until all the dough is used up.
- Place the cutouts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Method 2 – Molds for Soft and Chewy
- Press the dough into silicone molds.
- Place the molds on a baking sheet.
Baking
- Heat the oven to 350°F.
- Bake the biscuits for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Transfer the baked biscuits to a wire rack. Cool to room temperature.
Notes
Nutrition
Serving Amount
Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calories. Consult your vet if you are unsure of the appropriate portion size for your dog.
If your dog hasn’t had any of these ingredients before, start with a small piece to make sure they don’t have any allergies, sensitivities, or adverse reactions.
Can I use dried eggs in all your recipe as a replacement for whole eggs…Thsnks
2 tablespoons of dried whole egg mixed with 2¼ tablespoons of water will make the equivalent of 1 large egg.
Is there anything I can replace the applesauce with. I don’t have any at home and I can’t go to the shops.
You can substitute the applesauce with pumpkin puree, mashed banana, other pureed fruit that is safe for dogs.
Very easy recipe. I didn’t use a mold or roll out the dough. I just dropped spoonfuls on the baking sheet and baked. They’re not pretty, but my dogs don’t care. I cut the cookies in half or fourths and use these as treats. I raise Kangal dogs so am always looking for new treats. Thank you for sharing the recipe.
I’m so glad you enjoy the recipe and your dogs liked the treats. It’s good to know this works as a drop dough too. Thanks for sharing.
Can I use beef tallow or real butter instead of coconut oil?
Beef tallow would be a great substitute for coconut oil.
I have buttermilk I would like to use up. Could I use that instead of water?
That’s a great question! This recipe doesn’t include water, so you don’t need to substitute it with anything. The applesauce already provides the moisture for the dough. Using buttermilk would make the texture different, so it’s best to stick with the recipe as written for these biscuits.