4 Ingredient Pumpkin Dog Biscuits Your Pup Will Love (Egg Free and Wheat Free) -

Pumpkin biscuits are a homemade dog treat classic, and this version keeps things as simple as possible. Four ingredients, one bowl, and no eggs or wheat.

Oat flour gives the biscuits a sturdy, crunchy bite, pumpkin brings moisture and mild sweetness, and a spoonful of peanut butter adds the flavor dogs go crazy for.

If you want the classic wheat flour and egg version, see my Easy 4 Ingredient Pumpkin Dog Biscuits.

This recipe is the egg free, wheat free alternative, which is handy for dogs with wheat sensitivities or when you’re out of eggs.

For more pumpkin ideas, browse my Pumpkin Dog Treats Guide.

Why You’ll Love These Biscuits

Only four ingredients. Oat flour, pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and water.

Egg free and wheat free. A good option for dogs who do better without wheat.

Crunchy and long lasting. Baked low and dried, they store well.

Easy to roll and cut. Use any cookie cutter you like.

No added sugar or salt. The pumpkin provides gentle sweetness.

Beginner friendly. The dough is simple and forgiving.

Before You Start: Important Safety Notes

Use plain pumpkin puree. Choose 100 percent pumpkin puree, never pumpkin pie filling. Pie filling has sugar and spices, including nutmeg, which isn’t safe for dogs.

Check the peanut butter for xylitol. Xylitol, sometimes listed as birch sugar, is highly toxic to dogs and shows up in some “sugar free” or specialty peanut butters.

Read the full ingredient list every time. If your dog eats anything containing xylitol, call your veterinarian or an emergency clinic immediately.

Choose plain, unsalted peanut butter. Avoid added sugars and flavorings.

Keep portions small. Peanut butter is rich and high in fat, which can be a problem for dogs prone to pancreatitis. Treats should be a small part of your dog’s diet.

Introduce slowly. Pumpkin and oats are fiber rich, so too much too quickly can cause loose stools.

Watch for allergies. Stop feeding and call your veterinarian if you see itching, swelling, vomiting, or diarrhea.

Ask your veterinarian. Check first for puppies, seniors, and dogs with allergies, diabetes, or other health conditions. Wheat free doesn’t automatically mean better for every dog, so ask what’s right for yours.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Oat flour. Gives structure with a mild, nutty flavor. Make your own by grinding plain rolled oats in a blender until fine, using certified gluten free oats if needed.

Plain pumpkin puree. Adds moisture and binds the dough.

Natural peanut butter. Provides flavor and helps the dough hold together. Xylitol free and unsalted.

Water. Adjusts the dough as needed.

Ingredient List

2 cups oat flour, plus more for rolling
1/2 cup plain 100 percent pumpkin puree
1/4 cup natural, unsweetened, xylitol free peanut butter
2 to 4 tablespoons water, as needed

How to Make Pumpkin Dog Biscuits

Preheat the oven. Heat to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make the oat flour. If using rolled oats, blend them until fine and powdery. Measure after grinding.
Mix the wet ingredients. In a large bowl, stir the pumpkin and peanut butter until smooth and creamy. Warm the peanut butter for a few seconds if it’s stiff.
Add the flour. Stir in the oat flour, a little at a time, until the dough starts to come together.
Adjust the dough. Add water a tablespoon at a time until the dough forms a firm, workable ball. It should be stiff but not crumbly.
Knead briefly. Turn the dough onto a surface dusted with oat flour and knead gently for about a minute.
Roll it out. Roll to about 1/4 inch thick. Oat dough is more delicate than wheat dough, so roll gently.
Cut the shapes. Use cookie cutters, or cut squares with a knife or pizza cutter.
Arrange on the tray. Place the biscuits about 1/2 inch apart.
Bake. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the edges are golden and the biscuits feel firm.
Dry them out. For extra crunch, turn off the oven and leave the biscuits inside for an hour or two.
Cool completely. Let them cool on a rack before serving or storing.

Texture Tips

If the dough is crumbly. Add water a teaspoon at a time and press the dough together.

If the dough is sticky. Add oat flour a tablespoon at a time, or chill the dough for 15 minutes.

If the dough tears when rolling. Roll between two sheets of parchment paper, or press it into a flat sheet and cut with a knife.

For a crunchier biscuit. Roll thinner and dry longer in the cooling oven.

For a softer biscuit. Roll a little thicker, bake for less time, and store in the refrigerator.

For even baking. Keep every biscuit the same thickness.

Variations

Banana twist. Replace 1/4 cup pumpkin with 1/2 mashed ripe banana. See my Peanut Butter Banana Dog Biscuits.

Soft pumpkin bites. For a no roll, scoopable option, see my 3 Ingredient Pumpkin Banana Dog Treats.

Applesauce swap. Replace the peanut butter with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce for a lower fat biscuit. See my Homemade Pumpkin Applesauce Dog Treats.

Mini training treats. Cut tiny squares and shorten the baking time.

Holiday shapes. Use seasonal cutters for gifts.

Brown rice flour version. Use brown rice flour in place of oat flour, and add water gradually, as the texture will differ.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Using pumpkin pie filling. It contains sugar and spices.

Using peanut butter with xylitol. Always read the label.

Adding too much water. The dough becomes sticky and hard to roll.

Rolling too thin. The biscuits may burn or crumble.

Skipping the cooling step. Biscuits crisp as they cool.

Storing them while warm. Trapped steam leads to mold.

Overfeeding. Treats are not a meal.

How Many Can My Dog Have?

It depends on your dog’s size, weight, and diet. Small dogs may only need part of a biscuit, while larger dogs can have one or two.

Treats should be a small part of daily calories, so ask your veterinarian if you’re unsure.

Storage

Room temperature. Fully dried biscuits keep in an airtight container for about a week.

Refrigerator. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Softer biscuits should always go in the fridge.

Check before serving. Discard any biscuits with mold, an off smell, or an unusual texture.

Freezing

Freeze cooled biscuits in a freezer bag for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. You can also freeze the raw dough, wrapped tightly, and thaw it in the fridge before rolling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can dogs eat pumpkin? Yes, plain pumpkin puree is a popular, gentle ingredient for dogs in moderation. Never use pumpkin pie filling.

Is oat flour safe for dogs? Plain oats are safe for most dogs in moderation. Ask your veterinarian if your dog has grain sensitivities.

Can I use fresh pumpkin? Yes. Cook it until soft, mash it smooth, and cool it. Fresh puree may be wetter than canned, so adjust the flour.

Can I make these without peanut butter? Yes. Use unsweetened applesauce or extra pumpkin, though the dough may be stickier and the flavor milder.

Can puppies have these? Ask your veterinarian first, since puppies have sensitive stomachs.

Why are my biscuits crumbly? The dough may be too dry. Add water gradually, and press the dough together firmly.

Why are my biscuits soft? They may be too thick or underbaked. Bake longer and dry them in the cooling oven.

How is this different from your other pumpkin biscuit recipe? This one is egg free and wheat free, using oat flour and peanut butter. The Easy 4 Ingredient Pumpkin Dog Biscuits use wheat flour and an egg.

More Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treat Ideas

For a wider look at feeding your dog well, check out 7 Healthiest Homemade Dog Foods.

4 Ingredient Pumpkin Dog Biscuits Recipe Card

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 to 25 minutes Total time: About 40 minutes Yield: About 24 biscuits, depending on size Storage: Airtight container, up to 1 week at room temperature when fully dry, or up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator

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