Beat the Heat: 7 Homemade Frozen Dog Treat Recipes

Published: June 21, 2023

Blog Summary: In this blog, discover 7 easy homemade frozen dog treat recipes you can spoil your favourite four-legged friend with this summer! From refreshing watermelon and mouth-watering blueberries, check out these easy homemade summer dog treats below...

 

As the summer heat intensifies, our furry friends also need a way to stay cool! So, instead of relying on store-bought treats that may contain additives or unhealthy ingredients, why not create your own homemade frozen dog treats to help cool off your pup?

Not only will your homemade icy delights cool your dog down, but they can also provide added health benefits. It's a win-win! 

Take a look at our 7 favourite homemade frozen dog treat recipes using beneficial ingredients that can support your dog's well-being and keep them cool during the long summer days. 

1. Blueberry and Carrot Frosty Bites

Did you know blueberries are considered a superfood? These frozen blueberry and carrot bites are perfect to help your dog during the dry, hot summer days – and they will love the taste!

Ingredients

• 1 cup blueberries
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup coconut milk (unsweetened)

How To Make Blueberry & Carrot Frosty Bites

1. Blend the blueberries, shredded carrots, and coconut milk until well combined.
2. Pour the mixture into silicone moulds or ice cube trays.
3. Freeze for at least 3 hours or until solid.
4. Remove the frozen bites from the moulds and serve them to your pup.
5. Watch their excitement as they indulge in this nutritious and cooling treat!

Benefits

• Blueberries are rich in antioxidants, promoting brain health and supporting the immune system.
• Carrots provide beta-carotene, aiding in eye health and boosting the immune system.
• Coconut milk contains healthy fats, supporting your dog's coat and providing essential nutrients.

 

2. Frozen Watermelon Bites

Looking for a quick and easy homemade dog treat recipe? You have to try these refreshing, homemade, grain-free watermelon dog treats...

Ingredients

• ¼ of watermelon (seedless)
• A can of coconut milk
  

How To Make Frozen Watermelon Bites

1. Take the ¼ of watermelon and add to a mixing bowl.
2. Pour the coconut milk over the watermelon and blend the two together.
3. Add more watermelon if the mixture is too light.
4. Pour the contents into an ice-cube tray and put in the freezer.
   
5. Freeze for at least 3 hours or until solid.
6. Remove the frozen bites from the moulds and serve them to your pup.

Benefits

• Watermelon is hydrating and rich in vitamins A and C, which help promote a healthy immune system.
• Coconut water is packed with electrolytes, replenishing fluids and maintaining hydration.

 

3. Peanut Butter and Banana Pupsicles

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1 cup plain yoghurt (make sure it's free of artificial sweeteners)
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (without xylitol)

How To Make Peanut Butter & Banana Pupsicles

1. Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the yoghurt and peanut butter until well mixed.
3. Add the mashed bananas to the yoghurt and peanut butter mixture, stirring thoroughly.
4. Pour the mixture into silicone moulds or ice cube trays.
5. Place the moulds or trays in the freezer for at least 3 hours or until solid.
6. Serve one pupsicle to your dog for a refreshing and tasty treat!

Benefits

• Bananas are a great source of potassium, vitamin C, and fibre, promoting a healthy digestive system and boosting energy.
• Yoghurt contains probiotics that can help to aid digestion and support a strong immune system.
• Peanut butter provides healthy fats and protein, nourishing your dog's coat and skin.

 

4. Banana & Coconut Bites

 

Ingredients

• 1 banana
  
• ¼ teaspoon of ginger (ground)
• ½ cup of melted coconut oil

How To Make The Banana & Coconut Bites

1. Take the banana and mash up with a fork into a large mixing bowl.
2. Add the melted coconut oil to the banana and stir the two together until blended into a doughy mixture.
3. Sprinkle the ginger into the bowl and knead everything together.
4. Once kneaded, add the content into a silicone mould (a shape of your choosing), making sure you fill to the top.
5. Pop into the freezer until set and test the bites on your pooch.
6. The flavours, texture, and cooling temperature should make this treat a favourite with your furry friend!
7. Store these bites in an airtight container in the freezer.

Benefits

• Bananas are a great source of potassium, vitamin C, and fibre, promoting a healthy digestive system and boosting energy.
• Coconut milk contains healthy fats, supporting your dog's coat and providing essential nutrients.
• Ground ginger is rich in antioxidants and hosts an abundance of anti-inflammatory properties that can help support joint and gut health.

 

5. Chicken & Sweet Potato Ice Lollies

Ingredients

• 1 cup of cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup of sweet potato, cooked and mashed
• 1/2 cup of low-sodium chicken broth

How To Make Chicken & Sweet Potato Ice Lollies

1. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mashed sweet potato, and low-sodium chicken broth. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
2. Pour the mixture into popsicle moulds or small paper cups.
3. Insert popsicle sticks or small dog-safe bones into each mould.
4. Place the moulds in the freezer and let them freeze for a minimum of 4 hours or until completely solid.
5. Once frozen, remove the moulds from the freezer and carefully unmold the chicken and sweet potato ice lollies.
6. Offer one to your dog, allowing them to savour the delicious combination of flavours and textures.

Benefits

• Chicken is a lean protein source, promoting muscle development and supporting a healthy immune system.
• Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins A, C, and B6, providing essential nutrients and supporting digestion.
• Low-sodium chicken broth adds flavour while helping to keep your dog hydrated.

6. Frozen Apple Bites

 

Especially on a hot summer's day, a tasty frozen apple bite is perfect to help cool down your pup. While you and the family are enjoying a bbq, your pup can sit with you all and chomp down on a few of these yummy treats. Apples are perfectly healthy for dogs, too, helping their digestion and boosting their overall health.

Ingredients

• 2 apples
• Water
• 1 cup of plain yoghurt

How To Make The Frozen Apple Bites

1. First off, you need to make sure that you have an ice cube tray that you can freeze your apple bites in.
2. Slice the 2 apples into small cubes, removing the seeds and the core.
3. Add the cut-up apples to a bowl and pour the cup of yoghurt in.
4. Slowly add a splash of water, making sure you don’t make the mixture too runny.
5. Blend the contents together until you have an even, liquid consistency.
6. Pour the apple mixture into the ice cube tray and place into a freezer until the cubes solidify.
7. Pop the individual bites out of the tray and empty into a container, storing them back in the freezer to stop them from melting.
8. Give your pooch one a day as a delicious snack and watch them gobble up the tasty treat.

Benefits

• Apples are the perfect high-fibre, low-calorie fruit that can offer a multitude of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, supporting digestion and helping dental hygiene.
• Yoghurt contains probiotics that aid digestion and support a strong immune system.

 

7. Frozen Pumpkin Nibbles

 

When you think of pumpkins, you might think of Halloween and fall rather than summer! However, pumpkin is a great ingredient to use for your homemade summer treats. Plus, these easy-to-make frozen treats are great for dogs with food allergies and tummies that don't get on with grain or meat...

Ingredients

• 1 cup of plain yoghurt
• 1 cup of sliced pumpkin
• ½ cup of xylitol-free peanut butter

How To Make The Frozen Pumpkin Nibbles

1. Using a blender, pop all the pumpkin into a bowl and blend until there are no lumps – just an even consistency.
2. Once you’re happy with the pumpkin and there are no lumps, add the ½ cup of peanut butter and the cup of plain yoghurt to the bowl and mix all the ingredients together.
3. Take an ice tray, pour the contents into the sections and place into your freezer.
4. Leave overnight, or until the pumpkin nibbles have frozen.
5. Once solid, remove from the tray and give your pup one of the icy treats.
6. Keep the nibbles in the freezer and spoil your pooch with a tasty frozen pumpkin snack.

Benefits

• Pumpkins are a great source of iron, vitamin C, and fibre, promoting a healthy digestive system and boosting energy.
• Yoghurt contains probiotics that aid digestion and support a strong immune system.
• Peanut butter provides healthy fats and protein, nourishing your dog's coat and skin.

 

Final Thoughts

Summer can be a challenging time for our four-legged companions, but with these homemade frozen dog treat recipes, you can help them beat the heat and enjoy the summer while also making sure your dog is eating healthy ingredients.

Whether it's the creamy goodness of the peanut butter and banana pupsicles or the refreshing watermelon and mint slushie, by making these frozen treats at home, you have full control over the ingredients, ensuring that your furry friend receives a safe and wholesome summer indulgence. So, grab your apron, gather the ingredients, and let your dog cool off in the tastiest way possible!