Sourdough Dog Treats
Homemade sourdough dog treats made with discard, pumpkin, peanut butter, eggs, and oats. These bake into a crunchy treat your dogs will love.
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Servings: 60 treats
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup sourdough discard
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter no xylitol
- 1 cup oats ground, if possible
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 TBSP olive oil
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together until a stiff dough ball forms.
- Divide the dough into four portions so it is easier to work with, then roll each one out on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick and cut into shapes with cookie cutters.
- Gently place each treat onto a parchment or silpat lined cookie sheet. You can put them close together - they do not spread very much.
- Bake at 350º for 18-20 minutes or until they begin to brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely before giving to your favoite friend.
Notes
These treats are made with dog-safe ingredients, but always introduce new foods slowly and check with your vet if your dog has specific dietary needs.
Use natural peanut butter with only peanuts or peanuts and salt, and always check the label to make sure it does not contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
Make sure you are using plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, since pie filling includes added sugars and spices that are not safe for dogs.
If the dough feels sticky when rolling, roll it between two sheets of parchment paper instead of adding too much flour, which can make the treats dry.
For crunchier treats, roll the dough slightly thinner and bake a few extra minutes, or turn the oven off and let them sit inside as it cools to dry out further.
These treats are meant to be mostly crunchy but will continue to firm up as they cool, so do not overbake trying to get them fully crisp straight out of the oven.
Store in a glass jar at room temperature and use within a few days, or add a food-safe dehydrator packet to help absorb moisture and keep them from softening too quickly.
For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator or freezer and pull out small amounts as needed.
These are intended as treats, not a complete diet, and should be given in moderation alongside your dog’s regular food.