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Crunchy Pumpkin Peanut Butter Wafers recipe card

Crunchy Pumpkin Peanut Butter Wafers for Dogs

Light, crunchy homemade dog treats with pumpkin and peanut butter.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 wafers
Course: Dog Treats
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour or oat flour for grain-free
  • 1/2 cup 100% pure pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1/4 cup natural xylitol-free peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup water or low-sodium broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Add the flour and cinnamon (if using) to a medium bowl and whisk to combine and remove lumps.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir together the pumpkin puree and peanut butter until smooth.
  4. Add the water or low-sodium broth to the pumpkin mixture and stir until fully combined.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the flour and stir with a sturdy spoon until a dough begins to form.
  6. Use your hands to gently knead the dough in the bowl or on a lightly floured surface until it is smooth and slightly tacky but not sticky; add a teaspoon of water if too dry or a sprinkle of flour if too sticky.
  7. Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1/8 inch thickness.
  8. Cut the dough into small wafers using a knife, pizza cutter, or small cookie cutters and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the wafers are dry and lightly golden around the edges.
  10. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the wafers sit inside for an additional 10 minutes to dry and become crunchier.
  11. Transfer the wafers to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving to your dog.

Notes

- Use only xylitol-free peanut butter, as xylitol is highly toxic to dogs.
- If using broth, choose low-sodium and onion-free varieties that are safe for dogs.
- For softer wafers for senior dogs, roll the dough slightly thicker and bake closer to 20 minutes.
- Store cooled wafers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Always introduce new treats slowly and adjust your dog’s regular food to account for extra calories.