Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Add the flour and cinnamon (if using) to a medium bowl and whisk to combine and remove lumps.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the pumpkin puree and peanut butter until smooth.
- Add the water or low-sodium broth to the pumpkin mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the flour and stir with a sturdy spoon until a dough begins to form.
- 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.
- Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- 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.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the wafers are dry and lightly golden around the edges.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the wafers sit inside for an additional 10 minutes to dry and become crunchier.
- 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.
- 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.
