Your pup will love these homemade peanut butter dog donuts! They are made with banana, oats, whole wheat flour, and eggs, so they are a tasty and nutritious treat for your dog.
These doggy donuts are a great DIY treat for dog birthday parties, Gotcha Day, and holidays. They look so good that people will want to sneak one for themselves (and they can!).
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The Best Things About These Dog Donuts
Have you ever been enjoying a donut, only to have your four-legged friend beg with those sad little eyes? When you have a batch of these doggie donuts on hand, you can give your dog their own treat made just for them.
Giving your dog one of these donuts makes it feel like they are sharing treat time with you, but they are actually good for your pup too. This peanut butter banana dog donut recipe has wholesome ingredients that are fantastic for your pet’s health.
And they’re easy to make – just stir, put the dough in a pan, and bake. Then you can have fun decorating them with some peanut butter and crumbled dog treats, bacon, or other dog-friendly toppings.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make the donuts and a little about each one:
- Whole Wheat Flour – Whole grains are a great source of essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
- Rolled Oats – Another great source of fiber and essential vitamins.
- Peanut Butter – The main flavor of these donuts and something most dogs love.
- Banana – Make sure the banana is very ripe since you will be mixing it into the batter.
- Coconut Oil – This is a healthy fat.
- Eggs – Bind the dough and add protein.
If you want iced and decorated dog donuts, you’ll need:
- Peanut Butter – Natural creamy peanut butter is the best choice.
- Dog Treats or Biscuits – For crumble topping.
- Bacon – For crispy topping.
Important Note About Peanut Butter
Do not use peanut butter that contains xylitol. It is a sweetener that is toxic to dogs. It is best to use natural unsweetened peanut butter.
If your pup is allergic to peanuts, use almond butter or sunflower seed butter. Make sure they are xylitol-free too.
Equipment Needed
You probably have most of the kitchen items you need to make the donuts. The only special one is a donut pan.
How to Make Peanut Butter Dog Donuts
These are the recipe steps and photos of making the donuts. I hope they help you make this recipe! You can scroll down to the bottom of this article for a printable recipe card.
- Mash the banana and melt the coconut oil.
- Into a large bowl, place the flour, oats, peanut butter, mashed banana, coconut oil, and eggs.
- Mix until the dough is well combined.
- Place the dough into donut pans and press the dough into the pan to remove any air gaps.
- Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes.
- Transfer the baked donuts to a wire rack to cool to room temperature.
- Spread peanut butter on top for the icing. Decorate with any dog-safe toppings.
Serving Size
How many homemade dog donuts should you give your dog at once? One is plenty. Definitely a portion of one for smaller dogs. These donuts are large, so be mindful of how much you give to your dog.
A good guideline is that treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calories to keep their diet balanced and healthy. It is important to keep dogs at a healthy weight.
Always start with a small amount to see how your dog reacts to new ingredients. If you’re not sure what amount is best for your pup, ask your vet for guidance.
How to Store the Donuts and How Long They Last
Store the donuts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can store them in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Can people eat these dog donuts?
Oh yes! These donuts are made with ingredients that are safe for people, too. There’s no added sugar, so they’re a great option if you’re trying to avoid sweet snacks. They’re a bit bland for most human tastes, but go ahead and try one if you’re curious.
Great Dog Treat Recipes
Want to make more treats for your dog? Check out these recipes:
- 3 Ingredient Dog Treats
- Apple Oat Dog Treats
- Air Fryer Dog Treats
- Apple Dog Donuts
- Banana Dog Treats
- Halloween Dog Treats
- Homemade Dog Breath Mints
- Liver Dog Treats
- Peanut Butter Pumpkin Dog Treats
- Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies for Dogs
Find lots of easy dog breakfast treat recipes here on Spoiled Hounds.
Peanut Butter Dog Donuts
Ingredients
- 1 Ripe Banana
- 1½ Cups Whole Wheat Flour
- 1½ Cups Rolled Oats
- 2/3 Cup Natural Unsweetened Peanut Butter
- ¼ Cup Coconut Oil melted
- 2 Eggs
- Extra peanut butter, small dog treats, bacon bits, or other dog-friendly toppings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Use a fork to mash the banana in a small bowl.
- Place flour, oats, peanut butter, mashed banana, coconut oil, and eggs in a large bowl.
- Mix well until a dough is formed.
- Spoon the mixture into an ungreased non-stick donut pan.
- Press the mixture down into the pan. The donuts will not rise so you don’t want to leave any gaps in the dough.
- Bake at 375°F for 14 to 16 minutes.
- Remove the donuts from the pan place them on a wire rack to cool to room temperature.
- If desired, spread peanut butter on top of the donuts for the icing and decorate with any desired toppings.
Thank you. I can’t wait to make these for my pup. I’m sure she will love them.
Can you substitute a donut pan for an alternative such as a muffin pan?
You could use a muffin pan, just only fill each cup halfway or they will be too thick and won’t be done in the middle.
Wow! These look like a delicious treat that my dog, Henry love! And they seem pretty easy as well to make. My kind of homemade dog treat. I’ll definitely be giving these a try.
I’m sharing them with my dog friends. 😊💖🐶
Don’t have a donut baking tray so put spoonfulls into a mini cupcake tray. Next time will simply roll into balls and press into the cupcake holes to prevent laminating layers coming apart after cooking. They were fairly dry and crumbly but the dogs loved them. Put carob choc drops on top while cooling out of the oven and they melted nicely, then popped a white dog choc drop on top of melted carob choc. Dogs LOVED the topping best, but polished off the treat very happily.