8 Dog Birthday Cookie Recipes to Treat Your Pup With

This article has been reviewed by a veterinarian for safety. The recipes included in this article will be suitable for most dogs however, it does not take your dog's circumstances and health status into account. It is your responsibility to ensure the ingredients you use are appropriate for your dog. Dogs with allergies, pancreatitis, diabetes, obesity, and other health conditions may not benefit from these recipes In addition, some human foods can contain additives toxic to dogs. Finally, treats should only account for 10% of your dog’s calorie intake.

Birthdays are special milestones for dogs, and you can celebrate them in many ways. Whether you are hosting a puppy party or just spending extra quality time with your dog on this special day, making a batch of homemade birthday cookies is a must.

Tasty and healthy homemade cookies are among the best birthday gifts for dogs. Since they are homemade, you will have control over the types of ingredients you use, and you don’t have to worry about any strange artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives. Our list of birthday cookies contains recipes with limited ingredients and foods that many dogs enjoy. You’ll be sure to find some inspiration for baking tasty cookies for your precious pup.

The 8 Dog Birthday Cookie Recipes

1. Dogster Dog Birthday Cookie Recipe

Dogster Dog Birthday Cookie Recipe

If you’re looking for some dog birthday cookies that are easy to make, why not give our own recipe a try? These cookies are made with ingredients that you most likely already have on hand, including cornstarch, honey, and peanut butter, but you may have to pick up some pumpkin puree from the store. Food coloring and sprinkles are optional. Make sure that any sprinkles and peanut butter you use are free from xylitol, which is toxic to dogs. Our recipe uses a bone-shaped cookie cutter, but you can use whatever shape you want.

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Prep time

20 min

Cook time

8 min

Total time

28 min

Servings

8

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Cookie cutter
• Rolling pin
• Parchment paper
• Baking sheet

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain (no sugar pumpkin puree)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons all natural plainpeanut butter (no xylitol)
• 2 ½ cups whole wheat flour
• ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce (100% apple puree)
• Frosting
• 2 tablespoons honey
• ¼ cup cornstarch or tapioca starch
• ¼ cup water
• Food coloring (optional)
• Xylitol-free (cocoa free, sprinkles (optional))

Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. 2To make the frosting, combine cornstarch, water, and honey in a small bowl. Add water until the consistency is sticky but a bit runny.
3. 3Add food coloring, if desired.
4. 4Combine pumpkin puree, peanut butter, whole wheat flour, eggs, and applesauce in a large bowl until combined.
5. 5Add flour to the large mixing bowl gradually, just enough that the dough doesn’t stick to your fingers.
6. 6Flour a surface and roll out the dough until it is ½-inch thick.
7. 7Use a cookie cutter or cut the dough into your desired shape.
8. 8Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the cookies on it.
9. 9Bake for 8 minutes, then remove them from the oven and let them cool completely.
10. 10For the frosting, dip the cookies into the cornstarch mixture, top with sprinkles (optional), and let dry.

Notes

Image Credit: @ Nellie Bellie

2. Peanut Butter Dog Treats

Even the pickiest dogs will enjoy these tasty treats on their birthday. They have a peanut butter base and are topped with peanut butter frosting. Since peanut butter is the main ingredient of this recipe, make sure to use high-quality natural peanut butter that doesn’t contain added sugars, flavoring, and preservatives.

We also love this recipe because of its simple frosting. You can use this frosting to spell out words or draw birthday theme designs. It can also be used to top the rest of the cookie recipes on this list.

3. 3-Ingredient Dog Cookies

This recipe is quick and easy, and best of all, it only contains three ingredients! Similar to the previous recipe, this cookie has a peanut butter base, so make sure to reserve them as special birthday treats rather than regular treats to prevent excessive weight gain.

4. Oatmeal Pumpkin Dog Treat Recipe

These tasty cookies are also quick and easy to make. They only contain three ingredients, and the use of pumpkin puree makes it a safe and tasty treat for dogs with sensitive stomachs. The recipe does incorporate wheat flour to lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin. If you’d like to omit using wheat, grind up extra old-fashioned oats to flour your work surface instead.

5. Banana Dog Treats

These treats are an instant hit for banana lovers. It only uses ground oats and bananas, and you can add some cinnamon, flax seeds, or chia seeds for additional nutritional benefits. Since this recipe contains few ingredients, it can be a bit of a challenge to get the dough to the right consistency. You can add more oats if the dough is too sticky and more bananas or some water if the dough is too dry. The dough just has to hold itself together.

6. Baked Oatmeal Applesauce Dog Treats

These cookies are a tasty, low-calorie birthday treat that omits using fatty peanut butter. Since applesauce is the main ingredient, opt for high-quality, unsweetened applesauce that doesn’t contain any added sugars or artificial flavors.

7. Yogurt and Cheddar Dog Biscuits

While it’s not recommended to feed your dog too many pieces of cheese, this savory snack can be a special, indulgent treat for dogs on their birthdays. When shopping for cheese, make sure to look for natural cheddar cheese that doesn’t contain additives and preservatives.

8. Yogurt and Berries Dog Treats

This quick and easy frozen treat is perfect for dogs with summer birthdays. It’s a sweet snack that will help dogs stay cool and hydrated in hot weather. You can use cute popsicle molds if you’re feeling extra festive, but normal ice cube trays will also suffice.

Conclusion

These dog birthday cookies are all easy to make and use many common pantry ingredients. So, you can whip up a batch in no time at all without any additional grocery shopping. Birthday cookies are a sweet and simple gesture that is sure to let your dog know how much you love them. Even if they may not understand that you’re celebrating their birthday, they’ll definitely feel loved and appreciated and enjoy a day of yummy snacks made especially for them.

• See also: Can Dogs Eat Sprinkles? Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & Info

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