As the crisp autumn air rolls in and leaves crunch beneath your feet, it’s the perfect time to share a seasonal treat with your dog.
These Frozen Applesauce and Pumpkin Dog Treats capture the cozy flavors of fall in a cool, refreshing bite. Sweet applesauce and earthy pumpkin come together to create a snack that’s not only delicious but also rich in nutrients and gentle on your pup’s tummy.
Whether you’re winding down after a brisk walk or just celebrating the season, these easy-to-make frozen treats are sure to make tails wag all autumn long.
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Frozen Applesauce and Pumpkin Dog Treats Recipe
These three-ingredient dog treats are super easy to make.
Ingredients List
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie mix)
- ½ cup water
As a friendly reminder, always consult with your veterinarian before introducing any new food to your dog’s diet, especially if your dog has any food sensitivities.
Directions
First, get your silicone mold. I like these paw and dog bone molds or a regular ice cube tray. Make sure to choose molds that will make treats appropriate to your dog’s size.
If you’re using silicone molds, place them on a baking sheet to make transferring to the freezer easier.
Next, add the unsweetened applesauce, pumpkin puree, and water to a mixing bowl.
Mix well.
Then, carefully pour or spoon the mixture into your molds. Tap the mold gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
Finally, place the filled mold or tray into the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until the treats are completely frozen. I like to leave mine overnight just to make sure they are frozen.
Once the treats are fully frozen, take them out of the freezer and pop them out of the mold or tray.
Then let your dog enjoy this frozen treat.
The rest should be stored in an airtight container, like a plastic freezer bag, in the freezer.
Notes about this recipe
For this recipe, you can use either homemade applesauce or store-bought applesauce. Just make sure that the one you are using is plain, unsweetened applesauce. You don’t want any added sugar or other flavors in the applesauce you use.
The same goes for the pureed pumpkin. Homemade works just as good as the kind you get at the grocery store. Just make sure that if you use store-bought bought you are getting the can that is 100% pure pumpkin puree and NOT pumpkin pie filling.
Apples for dogs, including unsweetened applesauce, are a healthy treat for dogs due to being a great source of nutrients like vitamins A and C, and potassium. Apples are also a good source of fiber. Just be sure to feed your dogs apples or applesauce in moderation.
Pumpkin for dogs has many benefits, including being able to help with both constipation and diarrhea. Because of this, there is the possibility that giving your dog too much pumpkin can cause stomach upset. To limit this possibility, it’s important to limit the amount of pumpkin you give your dog.
The great thing about making homemade pumpkin dog treats is that you can adjust the size of the treat for your dog. You can make a larger treat for a big dog and make smaller treats for a little dog. Just remember that no matter what size of dog you have, no dog should have large amounts of treats in a day.
To limit my dogs’ treat amounts, I give Morgan the bone-shaped treats from these paw and bone-shaped molds and Luna gets the paw-shaped treat. If I’m using a regular ice cube tray, I only fill each spot up part way for Morgan and most of the way up for Luna.
Final Thoughts
With just a few simple ingredients and a touch of autumn flavor, these Frozen Applesauce and Pumpkin Dog Treats are an easy way to spoil your pup while keeping them healthy and happy.
They’re perfect for cooling down after an active day or adding a festive fall twist to your dog’s snack time.
Whether you make a big batch to store in the freezer or whip up a quick tray for the week, your dog will appreciate every chilly, tail-wagging bite.
Here’s to celebrating the season with treats both you and your dog can feel good about!
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Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Add the applesauce, pumpkin puree, and water to a mixing bowl. Mix well.
- Carefully pour or spoon the mixture into a silicone mold or ice cube tray.
- Tap gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Place the filled molds into the freezer for at least 4 hours or until frozen.
- Once frozen, remove from the molds and store in an airtight container in the freezer.
I am having a hard time keeping treats but can’t keep the only chicken strips they eat.wont eat nothing else..so I’m looking for something that not just makes a treat but is just as filling on food,and I thought of oatmeal, pumpkin puree,and apple sauce…is this something that is filling as if they ate dinner,I need something that’s going to hold them out when they are use to eating regular table food as we humans do.and some of these treats from the store are only leaving them still hungry..they are picky as to what they eat..they aren’t crazy for bacon nothing greasy and prefer nothing sweet. no cake or pie stuff.they will not eat the dry dogfood unless they necessarly have nothing else but that one which is thirteen years old she don’t want nothing but chicken…I have to grill them burger meat sometimes what can I do for them to eat a treat that is going to be like a good treat for them and helps me feel good to give them all day everyday and not worry about it messing with their health..
Dog treats, whether homemade or store bought, should never make up the majority of a dog’s diet as they are not made to have all the nutrients a dog needs. If you are having issues with feeding your dogs you should reach out to your vet for advice specific to your dogs and situation.