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Sourdough Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats Recipe

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These Sourdough Dog Treats are wholesome, homemade snacks made with sourdough starter, pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and whole wheat flour. Perfectly baked to a golden crisp, they are a healthy and delicious treat for your furry friend, featuring natural ingredients without any added sugars or salts.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 30-40 dog treats depending on cutter size

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 180 g Sourdough Starter (active, fed, or discard)
  • 2 Eggs
  • 150 g Pumpkin Puree or sweet potato puree
  • 80 g Natural unsweetened, unsalted Peanut Butter

Dry Ingredients

  • 100 g Rolled Oats
  • 200 g Whole Wheat Flour (plus extra for dusting)

Optional

  • Pumpkin Seeds
  • Olive oil spray for brushing

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for baking the treats.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the sourdough starter, eggs, pumpkin puree, and peanut butter with a fork until you get a smooth batter.
  3. Add Rolled Oats: Stir in the rolled oats until they are evenly coated with the batter.
  4. Form the Dough: Add the whole wheat flour and mix until a rough, slightly sticky dough forms. It doesn’t have to be perfectly smooth.
  5. Prepare Work Surface: Dust a clean surface with some whole wheat flour.
  6. Shape Dough: Tip the dough onto the floured surface and press it down gently with your fingertips. If sticky, dust the top with some flour as well.
  7. Roll Dough: Use a rolling pin to roll out the dough into a rough rectangle about 1/4 inch thick; avoid rolling it too thin since it won’t rise much in the oven.
  8. Cut Treats: Sprinkle the dough lightly with flour and use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes. You can re-roll the scraps to cut more pieces.
  9. Prepare for Baking: Place cut pieces onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  10. Add Pumpkin Seeds (Optional): Lightly brush or spray the dough with water and sprinkle on pumpkin seeds if desired.
  11. Olive Oil Spray: Spray the dog treats lightly with olive oil for texture and a bit of shine.
  12. Bake: Bake the treats in the preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 20 minutes until golden. If not fully baked through, flip them and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  13. Cool: Transfer treats to a wire rack to cool completely; they will crisp up as they cool.

Notes

  • Use either active, fed, or discard sourdough starter depending on availability.
  • Pumpkin puree can be substituted with sweet potato puree for a slightly different flavor.
  • Ensure peanut butter is natural, unsweetened, and unsalted to keep treats healthy for dogs.
  • Keep the dough thickness around 1/4 inch, as the treats do not rise much when baking.
  • These treats should be stored in an airtight container and can last about 1–2 weeks.
  • Always introduce new treats gradually and consult with your vet if your dog has food allergies or dietary restrictions.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Dog Treats
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Pet Food
  • Diet: Gluten Free

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