Apples are good for dogs and are a Fall must have. I made this yummy apple peanut butter dog treat recipe that both you and your pet can enjoy on a cozy, cool Fall afternoon!
Tomorrow is the first official day of Fall! Aren’t you excited? Chuy and I are loving these cooler temperatures. Fall weather means more walks together and of course all the yummy Fall flavored treats!
A note about apples from Modern Dog Magazine:
Apples are wonderful crunchy treats for your dog. Apples with the skin on are full of plant chemicals (phytonutrients) that are thought to be protective against some types of cancer in humans. They are a source of vitamins A and C and fibre. Apple seeds, however, contain cyanide so your dog should not be allowed to eat the core. Though the effects of a few apple seeds will likely not harm your dog, the deleterious effects can accumulate over time if allowed to eat apple seeds regularly.
More About This Dog Treat Recipe
- A healthy fall treat for your and your pet!
- An after school snack for both the kids and your pet!
Ingredients You Need
- Ripe Green or Red Apple (s)
- Peanut Butter
Supplies You Need
- Small Apple Shaped Cookie Cutter
- Knife
- Potato Peeler
Time Required
- 10 minutes
How Much Does it Cost?
This project cost me $3 for the set of Wilton Harvest Mini Cookie Cutter Set I purchased at Ross. I already had apples and peanut butter in my kitchen. So, if you already have the cookie cutter, it’s FREE!
Instructions
Learn how to make these Apple Peanut Butter Dog Treats as pictured below. If you want to learn more, keep reading!
NOTE: Some pets may react differently when you introduce a new food. Always check with your veterinarian if you are unsure about trying something new.
Step One
Rinse the apples with water. Don’t forget to remove the sticker!
Step Two
Using a potato peeler, remove the skin of the apple.
Step Three
Using a knife, cut the apple in slices.
Step Four
Take your apple shaped cookie cutter and cut out apple shapes from the slices.
Step Five
Dab a little peanut butter on the “stems” of the apple shaped treats. I used a chop stick to apply the peanut butter.
Serve and enjoy! Since apples can go bad pretty quickly once cut, I would suggest giving your pet a couple (based on their size) and enjoy the rest or share with your kids!
Finished Product
Here’s what me and Chuy’s apple treats looked like when they were done.
Chuy Chihuahua Approved!
Two paws up!
We have a huge list of apple dog treat recipes that you’ll want to check out and pin for future reference. Want another simple dog treat recipe? Check out our Frozen Apple Dog Treat Recipe
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Gillian Luce says
September 21, 2012 at 9:52 pmAimee-these look great! Bailey thanks you for his new Fall treat! 😉 PS Chuy looks VERY happy!
Mimi @ Irresistible Pets says
September 24, 2012 at 8:54 pmThanks Gillian! I hope Bailey enjoys them!!
Jessica Sala says
September 22, 2012 at 12:07 pmYummy! My dogs and I are all currently drooling and on our way to the grocery store!
Mimi @ Irresistible Pets says
September 24, 2012 at 8:54 pmAwesome, thanks! Did you make some this weekend?
Amanda Rose says
September 24, 2012 at 6:23 pmThese are adorable! Great idea!
Mimi @ Irresistible Pets says
September 24, 2012 at 8:53 pmThanks Amanda!
Chelsea says
September 25, 2012 at 10:44 amThanks for such an awesome & healthy treat idea! I love that it’s low cost, easy & fast, and I ADORE the mini apple cookie cutter.
Mimi @ Irresistible Pets says
September 25, 2012 at 1:32 pmThanks Chelsea!
Chelle {Everyday Polish} says
September 27, 2012 at 11:02 pmStopping by from SITS! I don’t have a pet but these look like they’d be yummy for people too 🙂
Mimi @ Irresistible Pets says
September 28, 2012 at 3:46 pmThanks for stopping by! Yes, I tried them and they are delish!
Maggie S. says
September 28, 2012 at 6:38 amChuy is darling. My little dog won’t take homemade treats any more, because she always thinks her medicine is hiding in it. She’s all like,”Thanks, no, but can I have a Milk Bone?”
Our old Sheltie, who passed away five years ago this Halloween, would have loved these. Thanks for bringing back the memory of his precious love and faithfulness.
Stopping by from SITS.
Mimi @ Irresistible Pets says
September 28, 2012 at 3:45 pmAwww!!! Chuy wants to try just about everything he sees us making in the kitchen. HA!
Erin @ Out on a Limb says
September 28, 2012 at 6:46 amStopping by from the Sits Girls Blogging Challenge from yesterday. Just adorable! My greyhound and kiddos will love this. Okay my greyhound will love anything, but my kids can be picky. It’s nice to kill to birds with one stone!
Have a great weekend!
Mimi @ Irresistible Pets says
September 28, 2012 at 3:45 pmThanks for stopping by Erin!
Cathie says
February 1, 2013 at 11:45 pmTwo of my Callie’s favorite things! btw .. 4 1/2 lb Long-haired chocolate Chihuahua.
Mimi @ Irresistible Pets says
February 7, 2013 at 10:19 pmAwww! I bet she is just irresistible!
Clare says
August 28, 2014 at 1:30 amI love that these are kid safe and dog safe – so kiddos can share their snacks with their pup. I’m featuring this in my Apple Tot School post on Saturday! Thanks for linking up. #supermommyclub
Marilyn says
August 29, 2014 at 2:17 pmMy dogs LOVE peanut butter and would so love these treats! (I would too!)