Baked Pumpkin Beet Dog Treats
This Baked Pumpkin Beet Dog Treat recipe is simple, healthy, and way tastier than store-bought! Your pup won’t stop begging for these diy homemade dog goodies.
Baked Pumpkin Beet Dog Treats Your Pup Will Flip For!
Hey there, dog lovers! 🐾
Ever wondered if your pup would like treats made with veggies? Well, guess what.. dogs LOVE them, especially when they’re baked with love in your own kitchen! Today, we’re making something super special: Baked Pumpkin Beet Dog Treats. They’re healthy, easy, and way yummier (and safer!) than store-bought snacks.
Let’s dig in! 🦴💕
Why Homemade Dog Treats are PAW-some
Making dog treats at home means you know exactly what’s going into your pup’s tummy.. no mystery meat or fake stuff here!
These easy pumpkin and beet dog treats are:
- Full of vitamins
- Gentle on the tummy
- Tail-waggingly tasty
- Perfect for pups with allergies
- Perfectly soft for older dogs.. especially if they don’t have all of their teeth
Star Ingredients & Why Your Dog Will Thank You
🐾 Cooked Beets
- Packed with: Fiber, folate, potassium, and vitamin C.
- Good for: A shiny coat, better digestion, and a healthy heart.
- How to Use: We cook them until soft, then blend until smooth for easy mixing and munching!
🎃 Pumpkin Purée
- Packed with: Beta-carotene (a super-vitamin), fiber, and natural sweetness.
- Good for: Calming upset tummies and helping with constipation or diarrhea.
🌾 Homemade Oat Flour
- Packed with: Whole grain goodness and gentle fiber.
- Good for: Dogs with wheat allergies or sensitive bellies.
- Pro Tip: Blend rolled oats in a food processor until they turn into flour. Easy and cheap!
🔥 How to Cook Beets: 3 Easy Ways!
- Microwave (Fast & Easy)
- Poke whole beets with a fork, wrap in a damp paper towel.
- Microwave 8–10 minutes (flip halfway).
- Let cool, peel, then blend!
- Stovetop (Super Soft Beets)
- Peel and chop beets into chunks.
- Boil in water for 25–30 minutes.
- Drain, cool, and blend into smooth purée.
- Oven-Roasted (Extra Flavor)
- Wrap beets in foil and bake at 400°F for 45–60 minutes.
- Cool, peel, and blend until smooth.
No Food Processor? No Problem!
Use a Potato Masher
Perfect if your beets are super soft!
How-to:
- Cook your beets until very tender (boiling or steaming works best for this).
- Place in a bowl and mash with a potato masher.
- For a smoother purée, mash in small batches and add a little water or broth as needed.
Recipe: Baked Pumpkin Beet Dog Treats
Ingredients:
- 1 cup smooth cooked beet purée
- 1 cup pumpkin purée (plain, no sugar!)
- 1 1/2 cups oat flour (make your own… see tip above!)
- 1 egg (for binding)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and cook your beets in whatever manner works best for you (see above). Once cooked, cut beets into smaller pieces and add to small food processor. Add two tablespoons of water and puree.
- Mix it all up! In a big bowl, combine beet purée, pumpkin, egg, oat flour and coconut oil.
- Spoon out dough on a sheet pan covered with a piece of parchment paper.
- Using a spatula, form dough into a large rectangle (dough should be about 1/4 – 1/2 inch thick).
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until firm and dry on top.
- Cool completely, Cut into small squares for training treats or larger for snacks.
- Move your Pumpkin Beet Treats to an airtight plastic bag or container to lock in the freshness after sharing with your favorite furry friend.
Storage Tips
- Room Temp: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Fridge: Lasts up to 2 weeks.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months.. just thaw before treating your pup!
Fun Ways to Change It Up!
- Add mashed banana for sweetness.
- Mix in shredded carrots for crunch.
- Swap pumpkin for unsweetened applesauce.
- Shape into tiny training treats or bigger biscuits.
More Tasty Dog Recipes from Bark Belly Bites!
Looking for more yummy dog food ideas?
- 🐾 Baked Peanut Butter Banana Dog Biscuits
- 🐾 Blueberry Twist Dog Treats
- 🐾 Pumpkin Dog Training Treats
- 🐾 DIY Homemade Dog Food
Don’t forget to explore our Dog Food Recipes section for more everyday meals your dog will LOVE!
FAQ – Baked Pumpkin Beet Dog Treats
Q: Can I use canned beets?
A: Only if they’re plain, unsalted, and not pickled! Fresh is best for max nutrition.
Q: Can I skip the egg?
A: Yes! Try unsweetened applesauce or a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water).
Q: How do I know when the treats are done?
A: They should be dry on top but still soft and chewy.
Q: Can I eat these too?
A: Technically, yes.. but they’re made for doggy taste buds, not people’s!
Got questions? Want to show off your treats? Tag us on Instagram at @barkbellybites—we LOVE seeing your furry friends snack in style. 🐕✨
Stay pawsitive and keep baking! 🐾🧁
Baked Pumpkin Beet Dog Treat
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked beet purée
- 1 cup pumpkin purée plain, no sugar!
- 1½ cups oat flour make your own—see tip above!
- 1 egg for binding
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and cook your beets in whatever manner works best for you (see above). Once cooked, cut beets into smaller pieces and add to small food processor. Add two tablespoons of water and puree.
- Mix it all up! In a big bowl, combine beet purée, pumpkin, egg, oat flour and coconut oil.
- Spoon out dough on a sheet pan covered with a piece of parchment paper.
- Using a spatula, form dough into a large rectangle (dough should be about 1/4 – 1/2 inch thick).
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until firm and dry on top.
- Cool completely, Cut into small squares for training treats or larger for snacks.
- Move your Pumpkin Beet Treats to an airtight plastic bag or container to lock in the freshness after sharing with your favorite furry friend.
Notes
So easy to make and my dog go NUTS over these little beet treats .. so much so, my boxer who never wants to come in from playing in the yard now RUNS inside whenever she hears the Tupperware open with these little squishy bites 🙂