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Simple Pumpkin Dog Ice Cream

Pumpkin Dog Ice Cream is a homemade ice cream treat that is safe for most dogs to eat and only takes a few minutes to make. This drool-worthy pup treat is an easy combination of pumpkin, creamy peanut butter and Greek yogurt that will definitely make your dog’s tail wag. 

Living in Ohio, the fall season is a mixture of steaming hot days and chilly nights. 

You never know what you’re going to get in the first 3 weeks of October so while other dog owners are baking up homemade pumpkin dog treats in the oven, I’m over here making homemade dog ice cream in every attempt to keep the Newfies cool and comfortable as they wait for the snow to start flying. 

Pumpkin dog ice cream is one of my favorite fall dog treats to make because not only do I not have to turn the oven on but these festival-frozen pumpkin dog treats only take me a few minutes to make and they only continue 3 simple ingredients that I always have in the cupboard. 

homemade pumpkin dog ice cream in bowl

Homemade Dog Ice Cream

I like this dog-friendly ice cream because it’s different than the normal frozen dog treats that I usually make because it’s softer and creamier. 

The texture makes it perfect for a soft dog treat on a warm day and it’s also a good option for senior dogs or puppies.

This homemade pumpkin dog ice cream recipe contains all the ingredients that my dogs love combined into one cool and smooth treat.

You can make this fun ice cream recipe few different ways for your dog:

  • In cute silicone molds
  • In plastic cups
  • In a small bowl
  • Ice cube trays

If I make pumpkin ice cream in bowls I’ll usually top it off with a dog treat to make it extra special, otherwise, I just pour the mixture into some molds and freeze them. 

Today I opted to put the pumpkin ice cream mixture in heart-shaped silicone molds and paws prints and of course, I let the dogs like the bowl:)

big dog getting ready to lick pumpkin ice cream out of a bowl

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter: Always make sure that the peanut butter you’re using for your homemade dog treats does not contain xylitol.
  • 1/2 cup of plain canned pumpkin or you can make your own pumpkin puree. (make sure you don’t get the pumpkin pie mix)

ingredients for pumpkin ice cream for dogs, pumpkin, Greek yogurt and peanut butter

How To Make Pumpkin Dog Ice Cream

This recipe is so easy that you don’t even need a mixer or food processor!

  1. Add canned pumpkin, peanut butter and Greek yogurt into a large mixing bowl
  2. Mix until all the ingredients are nice and blended
  3. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds or your container of choice.
  4. Freeze for 2 hours
  5. Serve to your dog!
  6. Store the dog ice cream in an air-tight  container in the freezer

This pumpkin dog ice cream treat should last for about 3-4 weeks in the freezer. 

Pumpkin Ice Cream Variations

You substitute the Greek yogurt for:

  • Goat milk
  • Keifer
  • Water
  • Bone broth

You can also substitute the pumpkin puree for homemade pumpkin puree or mashed sweet potatoes. 

Why I Love This Dog Ice Cream Recipe

All 3 of my dogs love ice cream but the ice cream I eat isn’t always safe for them because it contains a lot of sugar and ingredients that might upset their stomach. 

Store-bought dog ice cream is expensive so this is why cheaper for me to make plus I know what’s going in it.

I can eat this pumpkin ice cream too!

Seriously, I like all of the ingredients this creamy dog treat recipe calls for so why not?

Is Homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream Safe For Dogs?

This pumpkin ice cream is safe for my dogs. 

All dogs are different and some dogs can’t tolerate daily or they’re allergic to peanut butter. 

Always ask your veterinarian if you have any concerns about giving your dog ice cream. 

homemade pumpkin dog ice cream in bowl

Simple Pumpkin Dog Ice Cream

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Freeze Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

Pumpkin Dog Ice Cream is a homemade ice cream treat that is safe for most dogs to eat and only takes a few minutes to make. This drool-worthy pup treat is an easy combination of pumpkin, creamy peanut butter and Greek yogurt that will definitely make your dog's tail wag. 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter: Always make sure that the peanut butter you're using for your homemade dog treats does not contain xylitol.
  • 1/2 cup of plain canned pumpkin or you can make your own pumpkin puree. (make sure you don't get the pumpkin pie mix)

Instructions

    1. Add canned pumpkin, peanut butter and Greek yogurt into a large mixing bowl
    2. Mix until all the ingredients are nice and blended
    3. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds or your container of choice.
    4. Freeze for 2 hours
    5. Serve to your dog!
    6. Store the dog ice cream in an air-tight  container in the freezer

    Notes

    You can substitute Greek yogurt for:

    • Goat milk
    • Keifer
    • Water
    • Bone broth

    You can also substitute the pumpkin puree for homemade pumpkin puree or mashed sweet potatoes

    Nutrition Information

    Yield

    16

    Serving Size

    1

    Amount Per Serving Calories 62Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 2mgSodium 58mgCarbohydrates 5gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 3g

    This calculation is based on an equal serving size of treats. Depending on the size of the molds that you use the calories per treat will vary. Other varying factors include different product types, different brands, etc. can change nutritional information. Always speak to your veterinarian before adding new food to your dog's diet. These dog treats are meant to be fed in moderation.

     

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