Homemade Easter Dog Treats - Spoiled Hounds (2024)

Your pup’s tail will wag with delight when you share these homemade Easter dog treats with them! Instead of chocolate, carob Easter eggs are the perfect way to celebrate the holiday with your furry friend.

There are two different flavors you can make with the easy recipe. Make Easter treats for dogs with carob and coconut oil or carob and peanut butter. All you need are some seasonal molds to make Easter shapes – egg, basket, bunny, and duck – and you’re ready!

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Why You’ll Love These Easter Treats for Dogs

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or you want to include your dog in the holiday, these homemade dog treats are perfect for them. They look just like a chocolate egg that the Easter Bunny might drop off!

And you’ll love how easy it is to customize them, too. If your dog has a special diet, adjust the recipe. You can make almond butter dog treats or make shapes for other holidays like Christmas and Halloween.

Share the Easter love with your fur baby! These fun Easter dog treats are shaped just like bunnies, ducks, and eggs – the perfect way to celebrate Easter together.

Ingredients

The exact ingredient amounts are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this article. First, I want to share what you’ll need to make the different treat flavors and some information about the natural, healthy, and dog-friendly ingredients in this Easter dog treat recipe.

For the carob treats:

• Unsweetened carob chips – a dog-safe alternative to chocolate
• Coconut Oil – has healthy fats and helps harden the treats

For the carob peanut butter treats:

• Unsweetened carob chips – an alternative to chocolate that is safe for dogs.
• Natural creamy peanut butter – has protein, healthy fats, and is a flavor dogs love.

Benefits of Coconut Oil For Dogs

The coconut oil helps the carob chips to melt smoothly and fill the egg-shaped mold easily. But did you know that it’s also good for dogs?

Coconut oil is high in healthy fats. It contains essential fatty acids that benefit your dog’s brain health. It’s a fantastic ingredient to add to these DIY dog treats because it’s so good for your dog’s health.

Ingredient Notes

The main ingredients in these treats are carob and peanut butter.

Do not use peanut butter that contains xylitol, an artificial sweetener toxic to dogs.

If you can’t find unsweetened carob chips at your local grocery store, you can get carob chips on Amazon.

And if your dog hasn’t eaten carob before, please only give them a little bit at a time. Whenever you introduce new foods to your pet, you should watch for any negative reactions.

All of the ingredients are safe to use in dog treat recipes. But you should watch your dog just in case.

Equipment Needed

Other than a mixing bowl, what else do you need to make delicious Easter dog treats?

You probably have glass or ceramic bowls that are microwave-safe or metal ones that can be used as a double boiler. A baking sheet is a common item too. But you may not have cute candy molds in Easter shapes. But just in case, here’s a list and links to get them on Amazon:

• Double Boiler – optional
• Easter Silicone Molds
• Baking Sheet

How to Make Easter Dog Treats

Here are the simple steps and some photos to help you make the treats.

Double Boiler Method

For the carob treats:

1. Melt the coconut oil in a double boiler over simmering water.
2. Add half of the carob chips and stir until they are melted.
3. Add the remaining chips and stir until they are melted and the mixture is smooth.
4. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds on a baking sheet.

For the peanut butter carob treats:

1. Melt the peanut butter in a double boiler over simmering water.
2. Add half of the carob chips and stir until they are melted.
3. Add the remaining chips and stir until they are melted and the mixture is smooth.
4. If the mixture is too thick to pour with a spoon, add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and stir until it is melted.
5. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds on a baking sheet.

To finish the treats:

1. Refrigerate the treats for at least 30 minutes until they are solid.
2. Remove the treats from the molds.

Microwave Method

For the carob treats:

1. Place ½ cup of coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
2. Microwave in 10-second increments until melted.
3. Add ½ cup of carob chips into the melted coconut oil and microwave in 30-second increments until melted, stirring after each increment.
4. Add ½ cup of carob chips and repeat microwaving and stirring them until the mixture is smooth.
5. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds on a baking sheet.
6. Refrigerate the treats until solid, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
7. Remove the treats from the molds.

For the peanut butter carob treats:

1. Place 1 cup of peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
2. Microwave in 20-second increments until melted, stirring after each increment.
3. Add ½ cup of carob chips into the melted peanut butter and microwave in 30-second increments until melted, stirring after each increment.
4. Add ½ cup of carob chips and repeat microwaving and stirring them until the mixture is smooth.
5. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds on a baking sheet.
6. Refrigerate the treats until solid, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
7. Remove the treats from the molds.

Serving Size

If you use the same silicone molds as I did, the recipe will make a total of 120 treats, 60 of each flavor. The number can vary depending on the size of the molds you use.

How many of these Easter candy treats should you give your dog? It depends.

Take your dog’s total consumption of food and treats into consideration. It should not exceed the amount necessary to maintain a healthy weight. Small dogs need less than large dogs.

Note that these treats are high in fat and calories. Too many high-fat high-calorie treats can lead to health issues in dogs including obesity and pancreatitis.

The nutrition information is in the printable recipe card below.

As with any new food or treats, start with small amounts. You should also consult with your veterinarian, especially if your dog has any health issues or special dietary requirements or restrictions.

How to Store and How Long They Last

Store the treats in an airtight container or plastic zip-top bag. Store them at room temperature or in the refrigerator. They will last up to 1 month.

You can freeze them in a freezer-safe container or plastic freezer bag. They last up to 3 months in the freezer. You can either give them to your dog as frozen treats or thaw them in the fridge overnight.

Can people eat these Easter treats?

Yes, absolutely! All the ingredients are safe for human consumption. They would be a great Easter candy to make for anyone who is allergic to chocolate or watching their sugar intake.

More Treats to Make for Your Dog

Do you want to spoil your hound with more homemade treats? Try these recipes:

• Apple Pie for Dogs
• Banana Bread for Dogs
• Carob Cake for Dogs
• Carob Dog Treats
• Frozen Peanut Butter Dog Treats
• Peanut Butter Cups for Dogs
• Pumpkin Dog Biscuits

Find lots of easy recipes for dog treats right here on Spoiled Hounds!