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Pumpkin Pies for Dogs
A simple baked treat using pumpkin puree and rice flour. These are gentle on the stomach and provide a fiber-rich snack option.
Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Yields
About 12 treats
Level
medium
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup rice flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons apple sauce
- 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 medium egg
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup Greek natural yogurt
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 190C/375F degrees. Place silicone muffin cases in a muffin tin.
- Add the ingredients in a food processor and blend into a dough. If the mixture is too sticky add more flour. If too dry, add water.
- Roll pieces of the pastry into balls and press into the Place the pastry into the silicone muffin cases.
- Bake for 6-8 minutes until slightly golden. Remove from the oven for the filling.
- Lower the oven temperature to 175C/350F degrees.
- In a medium bowl, place the pumpkin puree, egg and cinnamon. Whisk until smooth.
- Spoon into the mini pastry cases and bake the pies for 40 minutes until firm.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool before removing them from the muffin tin.
- Serve with a spoonful of Greek yoghurt on top.
Substitutions
- Oat flour instead of rice flour
- Plain kefir instead of Greek yogurt
- Sweet potato puree instead of pumpkin
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your dog's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
2 small treats per day
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 small treat per day |
| 15 kg | 2 small treats per day |
| 30 kg | 3 small treats per day |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
929 kcal
Per treat
77 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~91% of the daily treat budget77 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days or freeze for 2 months.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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