DIY Fall & Halloween Dog Treats: 6 Fun Recipes Your Pup Will Love!

As the leaves start to change and the cozy vibes of fall settle in, it's the perfect time to treat your furry best friend to some delicious seasonal snacks. From spooky Halloween treats to fall-inspired flavors, these DIY dog treats are easy to make and sure to get tails wagging. 

Recommended Supplies

Having the right supplies on hand makes all the difference when making dog treats! Lick mats are perfect for spreading soft mixtures like yogurt or pumpkin, giving your dog a fun and engaging way to enjoy their snack. They’re also great for freezing, adding an extra layer of enrichment to your DIY treat! For stuffing, Kongs and Toppls are excellent choices, as they provide both mental stimulation and a longer-lasting treat experience. If you’re baking, grab some festive treat molds or cookie cutters—think pumpkins, ghosts, and bats—to create fun, themed treats your dog will love that are extra cute and seasonal. Here are some recommendations:

Lick Mats

LickiMat Classic

Soda Pup Whale E-Mat

Hyper Pet IQ Treat Lick Mat

Stuffing Toys

Kong Classic Dog Toy

West Paw Toppl & Toppl Stopper

The Pupsicle & Pupsicle Treat Tray by Woof

Treat Molds & Cookie Cutters

The Cuddle Collab Pet Treat Mold

Wilton 18pc Halloween Cookie Cutters Bucket

Fall & Halloween Dog Treat Recipes

Check out these six Fall- and Halloween-inspired dog treat recipes to get your pup in the festive fall spirit! When making decisions about your pet’s diet, we always recommend consulting your veterinarian if you're not sure what treats are appropriate for your pet.

1. Pumpkin & Peanut Butter Lick Mat Delight 🎃 🥜

Supplies:

• Lick Mat

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup canned pumpkin (unsweetened, no spices)
• 2 tablespoons pet-safe peanut butter (natural, no xylitol)
• 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt

Instructions:

1. Mix: Combine the canned pumpkin, peanut butter, and Greek yogurt in a bowl until smooth.
2. Spread: Evenly spread the mixture onto a lick mat, making sure it gets into all the nooks and crannies.
3. Freeze (optional): For an extra challenge and longer-lasting treat, freeze the lick mat for about 1 hour before giving it to your pup.

2. Harvest Pumpkin & Apple Stuffed Enrichment Toy 🍂 🍎

Supplies:

• Kong Classic of West Paw Toppl

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon of pure canned pumpkin (pure pumpkin only, not seasoned pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
• 3 apple slices, diced

Instructions:

1. Combine: In a small bowl, mix the pumpkin, chopped apples, and Greek yogurt.
2. Fill: Spoon the mixture into your dog's Kong or Toppl toy. Make sure to pack it in well to give your pup a challenge.
3. Add: Top with treat crumbles from your dog’s favorite treat (optional).
4. Freeze: For a longer-lasting treat, freeze the stuffed toy for at least 2 hours.

3. Jack-o-Lantern Sweet Potato & Oat Cookies 🍠 🎃 

Supplies:

• Pumpkin Cookie Cutter

Ingredients:

• 1 medium sweet potato (cooked and mashed)
• 1/2 cup rolled oats (blend in a food processor for better consistency)
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons pet-safe peanut butter (natural, no xylitol)

Instructions:

1. Pre-heat: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, oats, egg, flour, and peanut butter. Stir until you form a dough-like consistency.
3. Roll & Cut: Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Use the cookie cutter to cut out shapes. 
4. Bake: Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.

4. Apple & Sweet Potato Lick Mat 🍎 🍠

Supplies:

• Lick Mat

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato (unsalted)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt

Instructions:

1. Mix: In a bowl, mix the mashed sweet potato, and applesauce. Stir in the Greek yogurt for a creamy consistency.
2. Spread: Evenly spread the mixture over a lick mat, filling all the ridges for extra fun.
3. Freeze: For a longer-lasting treat, freeze for 1-2 hours before serving.

5. Harvest Veggie Pupsicle¹  🥕 🥣

Supplies:

• Pupsicle
• Pupsicle Treat Tray

Ingredients:

• Pet-safe chicken, beef or bone broth (check out pet-safe options like Native Pet Bone Broth or Open Farm Bone Broth)
• Diced carrots
• Peas

Instructions:

1. Fill: Pour broth into each treat mold, filling ¾ of the way.
2. Add: Drop in diced carrots and peas into each mold.
3. Freeze: Place the treat mold in the freezer until solid. Serve by adding the frozen treat to your Pupsicle.

6. Boo Berry Ghost Cookies 👻 🫐

Supplies:

• Ghost-shaped cookie cutter or treat mold

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of rolled oats (blend in a food processor for best consistency)
• ⅓ cup blueberries
• 3 tablespoons pet-safe peanut butter (natural, no xylitol)
• 2 eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Blend: Place oats in a food processor and blend until mostly smooth.
3. Mix: Add blueberries, eggs and peanut butter to the oats in a bowl and mix well. Alternatively, blend all ingredients together in a food processor.
4. Roll & Cut: Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
5. Bake: Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.

Serve and Enjoy!

From harvest veggies to seasonal spooky treats, these recipes will make fun, festive, nutritious snacks for your furry companion! So grab your ingredients, embrace the fall vibes with your pup and enjoy making these tasty treats together. Happy baking and treat-making, pet pals!

¹ Woof Recipes, Harvest Veggie Pops