Our Homemade Peanut Butter Dog Ice Cream recipe has been shared thousands of times, and our furry friends have been thanking their families with licks and wags! With its smooth peanut butter flavor, this doggie ice cream is a delight for dogs and incredibly easy to make.
Dog Ice Cream Recipe
Skip the store-bought treats! This homemade Peanut Butter Dog Ice Cream is the perfect summer cooler for your furry friend. Made with just 3 dog-safe ingredients, it’s packed with protein and healthy fats for a nutritious snack. Plus, it’s free of xylitol, keeping your pup safe.
We have two very loved dogs in our family, Po and Bella. Po is a sheepadoodle and Bella is a Goldendoodle. We have made it for them for years.They love this ice cream and cannot get enough of it!
This cool concoction goes beyond a snack; it’s a memory-maker! Celebrate a special day or enjoy a chill afternoon together with this pup-approved Dog Ice Cream!
Dog Ice Cream ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt: You can use yogurts with other flavors if your dog isn’t lactose intolerant.
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter: IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure it does not contain xylitol. Most peanut butter brands do not contain xylitol, but it’s important to check because it can be harmful to dogs.
- 1 tbsp honey: You can replace this with maple syrup if you don’t have any honey.
- ½ tsp cinnamon – The cinnamon is an optional flavor addition! You can choose to leave this out.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please consult your vet before feeding your pet anything new!
How to make Dog Ice Cream
Just 2 steps to this recipe’s instructions means it’s easy, easy, easy! Your furry friend will be enjoying their delicious treat in no time.
- Place all ingredients in the blender.
- Blend together until smooth and creamy.
- Freeze for 1-2 hours.
Pro-tip: It’s difficult to scoop when this ice cream is frozen solid. You may need to let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or until it becomes easy to scoop. (I have tested this with both of my dogs when it was frozen solid and when it was softer, and they liked it both times. The softness really depends on your preference)
Proper Storage
Freeze the ice cream in an airtight container for 2-3 months. I recommend storing some ice cream in individual cups of some sort. Then, when you are ready to give some to your dog, take out one and let your dog go to town.
Dog Ice Cream FAQs
Yes. All of the ingredients in this Doggy Ice Cream are totally safe for your pet. Here’s a breakdown.
Plain Greek yogurt is actually a healthy food for your dogs, because it has probiotics and live cultures. Choosing plain over other flavors is better because it has less lactose.
Dogs love peanut butter, and they can definitely eat it as long as it does not contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs. You do want to be careful not to give your dog too much peanut butter, as it has a high fat content.
Dogs can handle honey in small amounts. Don’t give your dog more than 1 teaspoon of honey a day, especially if it’s a small dog. If you use raw honey, your best option, puppies less than a year old should not eat it because of bacterial spores that could be in it.
Cinnamon is non-toxic to dogs and has a lot of health benefits. The only caution with cinnamon is that if given in large amounts, it can cause irritation. The amount in this recipe is perfectly safe and delicious.
Dog ice cream differs from regular ice cream as it is formulated with safe ingredients for dogs, avoids harmful substances, and often contains flavors that appeal to canines. It also takes into account dogs’ nutritional needs, may use lactose-free alternatives, and has a softer texture for easier consumption.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Blend ingredients together with a mixer or in a blender until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Freeze 1-2 hours or until ready to serve.
Jenn’s Notes
- When this ice cream is frozen solid, it’s difficult to scoop. You may need to let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or until it becomes easy to scoop.
- Make sure your peanut butter does not contain xylitol. Most peanut butter brands do not contain xylitol, but it’s important to check because it can be harmful to dogs.
My babies love it. It’s not frozen yet saved some from the beater.
Please don’t post cinnamon in recipes for dogs.
Cinnamon is non-toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. In small amounts, which means one teaspoon or less per serving as an occasional treat, it is perfectly safe and may even offer health benefits. However, in large quantities, it may irritate the mouth or stomach, cause low blood sugar or even liver disease.
dogs aren’t allowed to have cinnamon it’s toxic to them
Cinnamon in small amounts is fine for dogs. It is not okay in large quantities. If questioning any ingredient, always check with your vet.
Dihydrogen monoxide can be toxic too in large quantities but I bet your dog has it every day. A very small amount of cinnamon is not toxic to animals. It can damage human livers too if too much were to be consumed. But in the amounts humans and animals eat it is perfectly safe.
My 4 dogs loved it while I was making it they were making sure I was doing it right lol
Can you substitute pumpkin for the peanut butter?
Reggie LOVES It ❤ 😍 How long does it keep in freezer if I make a Double batch
My dog loved it when I was making it, so hopefully she’ll like it frozen; she can be picky sometimes also
If anyone finds out the auto how long it will stay in the freezer please let me know
Hi Kecia – Dog ice cream should be good in the freezer for a couple of months – just pop it in an airtight container. Before you give it to your pup, though, give it a quick check for any weird smells or textures, just to be safe!
I gave it a 3 because my pup is a really picky eater. Not sure if she’ll like it or not.
Can dogs eat the cone
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My dog absolutely loved it !!
Cinnamon isn’t good for dogs dogs is it???
The good news is cinnamon is not toxic to dogs and holds some pretty amazing health benefits when given in proper amounts. But that’s not to say anything with cinnamon is okay to offer your pleading-eyed canine begging for a taste of your cinnamon scone