A Warm Holiday Story
Every December, my dog becomes a full-time kitchen supervisor. One whiff of peanut butter and pumpkin, and he sits beside the oven like he’s guarding Santa’s sleigh. Baking Christmas Dog Cookies has turned into our little holiday ritual messy noses, floury paw prints, and all. If your pup loves taste-testing as much as mine, get ready for tail-wagging chaos. The fun kind.
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The Basics: What Makes Dog Cookies Safe (and Festive)?
Dogs have holiday standards too, even if they act like a walking vacuum most days. When you’re baking Christmas Dog Cookies, skip the big dangers: chocolate, raisins, xylitol, and anything super salty or sugary. Your dog deserves cheer—not a Christmas emergency.
Festive, dog-safe cookie staples:
- Whole wheat or oat flour
- Pumpkin purée
- Natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- Eggs
- Cinnamon in small amounts
Pro tip: Even lopsided cookies taste like love. Dogs don’t care about perfection. They care about peanut butter.
Easy Christmas Dog Cookies
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Whole wheat or oat flour | 2 cups |
| Natural, unsalted peanut butter (xylitol-free) | 1/2 cup |
| Plain pumpkin purée | 1/2 cup |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Ground cinnamon (optional) | 1/2 tsp |
| Water | 1/4 cup (as needed) |
How to Make Christmas Dog Cookies
- Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix the flour, peanut butter, pumpkin, eggs, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Add water slowly until the dough feels soft but not sticky.
- Roll the dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut into holiday shapes such as stars, trees, or snowmen.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until golden with lightly crisp edges.
- Cool completely before serving.
Quick Variations
Grain-Free Christmas Cookies
- Use oat flour or finely ground rice flour instead of wheat
- Add 1 mashed ripe banana for sweetness and binding
Apple Cinnamon Snow Cookies
- Replace pumpkin with 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- Add 1/4 cup very small diced apples
Simple Frosting
- A thin drizzle of plain yogurt
- A sprinkle of unsweetened shredded coconut for a snowy finish
Shaping & Decorating Tips
- Snowflakes
- Reindeer heads
- Gift boxes
- Gingerbread dog shapes
- Classic bone shapes
Storing & Gifting Christmas Dog Cookies
Room temperature: 1 week
Refrigerator: 10–12 days
Freezer: up to 2 months
Gifting Tips:
Pack cookies in a jar or small box with a ribbon. Add a simple ingredient tag so dog parents know exactly what’s inside.
Portion Guide (By Dog Weight)
| Dog Weight | Portion | Max Per Day |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 lbs | 1 small cookie | 1–2 |
| 20–50 lbs | 1–2 cookies | 2–3 |
| Over 50 lbs | 2–3 cookies | 3–4 |
Adjust portions based on your dog’s health and energy level.
Health Benefits
- Pumpkin supports digestion and adds fiber
- Peanut butter offers protein and healthy fats
- Eggs help with binding and add nutrients
- Cinnamon brings a warm holiday scent
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Christmas Dog Cookies
Bake festive Christmas Dog Cookies your pup will love. Safe, simple, wholesome, and full of holiday cheer. Perfect for homemade gifts and tail-wagging moments.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Whole wheat or oat flour | 2 cups |
| Natural, unsalted peanut butter (xylitol-free) | 1/2 cup |
| Plain pumpkin purée | 1/2 cup |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Ground cinnamon (optional) | 1/2 tsp |
| Water | 1/4 cup (as needed) |
Instructions
How to Make Christmas Dog Cookies
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Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
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Mix the flour, peanut butter, pumpkin, eggs, and cinnamon in a bowl.
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Add water slowly until the dough feels soft but not sticky.
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Roll the dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
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Cut into holiday shapes such as stars, trees, or snowmen.
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Bake 20–25 minutes until golden with lightly crisp edges.
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Cool completely before serving.
FAQs About Christmas Dog Cookies
2. Can I make these cookies softer for senior dogs?
Bake slightly less time so they stay chewy.
3. What if my dog can’t have peanut butter?
Try sunflower seed butter or mashed banana.
4. Can Christmas Dog Cookies be frozen?
Yes, and they stay fresh up to 2 months.
5. Why do my cookies puff up?
The dough may have had too much water. Add a little more flour next batch.
Final Holiday Takeaway
Christmas Dog Cookies turn your kitchen into a warm, happy place filled with simple baking and the joy of sharing treats with your best friend. Homemade memories always taste better.