With only 3 simple ingredients these no-bake pumpkin and ginger dog treats are a tasty and easy dog treat in the fall and all year long!

What’s even better about these no bake dog treats is that you can customize them in any way you want to suit your dog’s taste buds and diet. 

I’ve been making these simple pumpkin dog treats for 5 years. 

I first started making them for Leroy because pumpkin was one of the few extras he could have with his IBD. 

They were as on his stomach, easy for him to digest and low-fat. 

Even though Leroy is no longer with us, I still make these no bake pumpkin and oat dog treats every year. 

Each year I make this simple recipe a little different and this year’s no bake pumpkin ball treats I think are the best so far!

I always start with the base ingredients which are:

• plain canned pumpkin
• old fashioned oats
• peanut butter

Then I add some extra wholesome ingredients as needed. 

Last year I did the no-bake pumpkin and ginger dog treats the normal way but dipped some of them in plain Greek yogurt.

This year I added frozen green beans and shaped the pumpkin balls into little pumpkins and I love them!

Another nice thing about these pumpkin treats is that their soft which means that they can double as pill pockets!

 

No-Bake Pumpkin Dog Treats

Ingredient List:

• 1 cup of plain canned pumpkin. (Just plain pure pumpkin NOT the pumpkin pie mix)
• 1/4 creamy peanut butter (natural peanut butter that doesn’t contain xylitol)
• 2 cups of old-fashioned oats.
• 1/4 tsp of ginger
• frozen green beans for the stem (optional)

Directions:

• Place oats into a blender or food processor and pulse for a few seconds. ( you can also use oat flour if you have it)
• Mix canned pumpkin, creamy peanut butter, ginger and oats in a large bowl.
• Chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes

• Roll pumpkin mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper. 
• I rolled mine into about 1-inch balls but the size will be based on the size of your dog. 
• Refrigerate overnight or for about 12 hours.
• Serve to your dog!
• Store in the fridge in an airtight container for about 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 weeks.

I got about 16 balls out of this batch but the number you get will vary based on the size of the treats you make.

This mixture can be sticky, so let it chill in your fridge for a bit!

I store these treats in the freezer and then let them thaw for about 15-20 minutes. 

No Bake Pumpkin and Ginger Dog Treat Options

The best part about these no bake pumpkin peanut butter dog treats is that you can make them your way or in this case, your dog’s way.

The main ingredients are pumpkin and oats but you can swap the peanut butter and ginger out for other great options such as:

• plain Greek yogurt
• Ceylon cinnamon
• maple syrup
• honey
• ground flaxseed
• almond butter
• coconut oil

You can even use water to make all the ingredients stick together. 

I used to use water instead of peanut butter for Leroy’s treats. 

No Bake Pumpkin Balls With Green Bean Stems

I rolled the chilled pumpkin balls to make the pumpkins and then used a toothpick to make the lines. 

Next, I flattened the ball down a little bit and added the frozen green beans.

It’s best to use frozen green beans because they stick into the ball better. 

Low Fat, No Bake Pumpkin and Ginger Dog Treats

Yield: 16

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Chill Time: 20 minutes

Additional Time: 2 minutes

Total Time: 27 minutes

With only 3 simple ingredients these no-bake pumpkin and ginger dog treats are a tasty and easy dog treat in the fall and all year long!

What's even better about these no bake dog treats is that you can customize them in any way you want to suit your dog's taste buds and diet. 

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Ingredients

• 1 cup of plain canned pumpkin. (Just plain pure pumpkin NOT the pumpkin pie mix)
• 1/4 creamy peanut butter (natural peanut butter that doesn't contain xylitol)
• 2 cups of old-fashioned oats.
• 1/4 tsp of ginger
• frozen green beans for the stem (optional)

Instructions

• Place oats into a blender or food processor and pulse for a few seconds. ( you can also use oat flour if you have it)
• Mix canned pumpkin, creamy peanut butter, ginger and oats in a large bowl.
• Chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes

• Roll pumpkin mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper. 
• I rolled mine into about 1-inch balls but the size will be based on the size of your dog. 

Use a tootpick to make pumpkin lines

Top with a frozen green bean

• Refrigerate overnight or for about 12 hours.
• Serve to your dog!
• Store in the fridge in an airtight container for about 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

The main ingredients are pumpkin and oats but you can swap the peanut butter and ginger out for other great options such as:

• plain Greek yogurt
• Ceylon cinnamon
• maple syrup
• honey
• ground flaxseed
• almond butter
• coconut oil

You can even use water to make all the ingredients stick together. 

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 49Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 4mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 2g

Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.

Can Dogs Have Ginger?

According to the American Kennel Club, most dogs can have ginger in small amounts.

We used organic powdered ginger in this recipe and in moderation, ginger can be great for gastrointestinal health, and the more good things we can get in that gut, the better.

Feeding ginger to dogs in small quantities is important because large amounts can cause gas and nausea. 

Ginger can also lower blood sugar, act as a blood thinner and lower blood pressure so it’s always important to speak with your veterinarian about adding any new food or ingredient to your dog’s diet. 

Can Dogs Have Canned Pumpkin?

Pumpkin is a great source of fiber for dogs.

Plain canned pumpkin is not only a fun and low-calorie ingredient to use in homemade dog treats but also a good source of fiber and nutrients for most dogs. When adding canned pumpkin to tasty treats for your dog never use the pumpkin pie filling, only use varieties that have pumpkin listed as the only ingredient. 

You can also make your own homemade pumpkin puree but it will probably be too watery for these treats.

If you do opt for the homemade puree, you’ll have to adjust the rest of the ingredients. 

If you make this tasty treat for your dog, let us know!

Looking for more easy homemade pumpkin dog treat recipes? Check out Homemade Oatmeal & Pumpkin Baked Dog Treats

 

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