If you’ve ever flipped over a bag of store-bought dog treats and tried to read the ingredient list, you already know the struggle. Fillers, preservatives, and ingredients you can’t even pronounce — it’s not exactly what you want to be feeding your best friend every day.
The good news? You can make something your dog will absolutely lose their mind over in under 10 minutes, with just 3 simple ingredients.
These frozen greek yogurt dog treats peanut butter are creamy, healthy, and perfect for hot days when your pup needs something cool and refreshing. No baking, no complicated steps, no questionable ingredients — just pure doggy happiness straight from your freezer.
Jump to RecipeThe Recipe: What You’ll Need
This recipe keeps things simple on purpose. Three ingredients, one bowl, and a silicone mold — that’s all it takes.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full fat works best)
- ½ cup natural peanut butter — always check the label and make sure it does NOT contain xylitol, as this sweetener is highly toxic to dogs
- 1 ripe banana (mashed) or 1 tablespoon of honey as your third ingredient
Equipment:
- A mixing bowl
- A spoon or spatula
- A silicone mold or a standard muffin tin lined with cupcake liners
- A freezer
How to Make Frozen Greek Yogurt Dog Treats with Peanut Butter
This comes together so fast you’ll wonder why you ever bought treats from the store.
Step 1: Mix your ingredients
Add the Greek yogurt and peanut butter into your mixing bowl and stir until fully combined. If you’re using banana, mash it first with a fork until smooth, then fold it in. If you’re using honey, drizzle it in and stir well.
Step 2: Fill your molds
Spoon the mixture into your silicone mold or muffin tin. Don’t overfill each cavity — leave a small gap at the top to allow for slight expansion during freezing.
✔️ If you want cleaner, neater fills, transfer your mixture into a piping bag or a zip-lock bag with one corner snipped off. It makes the process much easier and less messy.
Step 3: Freeze
Place your filled mold flat in the freezer. Let them freeze for a minimum of 4 hours, but overnight is ideal. You want them completely solid before popping them out.
Step 4: Serve and watch the magic happen
Once frozen, pop the treats out of the mold and serve one to your dog. Store the rest immediately — don’t leave them sitting out too long as they’ll soften quickly at room temperature.
Fun Variations to Try
Once you’ve nailed the base recipe, it’s easy to mix things up and keep your dog excited about treat time. Here are a few variations worth trying:
🫐 Blueberry Greek Yogurt Dog Treats — Fold in a handful of fresh or frozen blueberries into the base mixture before freezing. Blueberries are packed with antioxidants and most dogs enjoy the taste.
🥜 Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats — Swap out the Greek yogurt for plain canned pumpkin puree. Pumpkin is excellent for digestive health and pairs really well with peanut butter. Make sure you’re using plain pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling, which contains spices and sugar.
🍌 Banana Peanut Butter Dog Treats — Double down on the banana by using two ripe mashed bananas alongside your peanut butter and a smaller amount of yogurt. The result is a slightly sweeter, creamier treat that dogs tend to go absolutely wild for.
🍪 No-freeze Baked Version — Not a fan of waiting overnight? Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes until set. The texture will be chewier rather than frozen and icy, but dogs love them just as much.
Storage & Shelf Life
Once your treats are frozen and ready, transfer them into a freezer-safe zip-lock bag or an airtight container. Label it with the date so you don’t lose track.
Stored properly in the freezer, these treats will last up to 3 months — though if your dog is anything like most, they won’t stick around that long.
On hot summer days, serve them straight from the freezer as a cool-down snack. Just keep in mind that they soften fast, so hand it to your pup right away and let them enjoy it outside or on an easy-to-clean surface.
Why This Recipe Is Great for Dogs
Beyond the fact that dogs go absolutely crazy for the combination of peanut butter and yogurt, there are some genuinely good nutritional reasons to feel good about making these treats.
✅ Greek yogurt is generally safe for dogs in moderation. It contains live probiotic cultures that support healthy gut bacteria, plus it’s a decent source of protein and calcium.
Always choose plain Greek yogurt with no added flavors, sweeteners, or artificial ingredients. Avoid anything that contains xylitol — same rule as the peanut butter.
✅ Peanut butter is a dog favorite for a reason — the smell alone is enough to get most dogs sprinting to the kitchen. It contains healthy fats and protein, and in reasonable amounts it’s a perfectly fine treat ingredient.
The one non-negotiable rule: read the label every single time. Some brands use xylitol as a sugar substitute, and even a small amount can cause a dangerous drop in blood sugar in dogs and lead to liver failure.
Brands like Jif, Skippy, and most natural peanut butters are typically xylitol-free, but always verify before using.
✅ Banana or honey rounds out the recipe with a natural sweetness that makes these treats even more irresistible. Bananas offer potassium and fiber, while honey has antibacterial properties — just use it sparingly since it is high in sugar.
Frozen Greek Yogurt Dog Treats Peanut Butter
Course: DIY Dog Treats u0026amp; Snacks, Homemade Dog Food RecipesIngredients
2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full fat works best)
½ cup natural peanut butter — NOT contain xylitol
1 ripe banana (mashed) or 1 tablespoon of honey
Directions
- Mix — Stir together Greek yogurt and peanut butter until smooth. Fold in mashed banana (or drizzle in honey).
- Fill — Spoon mixture into a silicone mold or lined muffin tin. Don’t overfill.
- Freeze — Freeze flat for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Serve — Pop out and serve immediately. Store the rest in the freezer.
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Notes
- ⚠️ Always check your peanut butter label — NO xylitol. This sweetener is highly toxic to dogs.
🥜 Use plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt. If your dog is lactose intolerant, swap for coconut yogurt.
🐶 These are treats, not a meal. Serve in moderation. Consult your vet if your dog is a puppy or has digestive issues.
🧊 Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month. Do not refreeze once thawed.
📋 For the full recipe, see the instructions above.
Final Thoughts
These frozen greek yogurt dog treats peanut butter are one of those recipes that make you feel like a genuinely great dog owner. They take less than 10 minutes to put together, cost a fraction of what you’d spend on store-bought treats, and you know exactly what’s going into them.
Make a big batch on a Sunday, stack them in the freezer, and you’ve got healthy treats ready to go for weeks. Your dog doesn’t care about the packaging — they just care about the taste, and trust me, they will not be disappointed.
Try the recipe this week and save it to Pinterest so you always know where to find it! And if you enjoyed this one, check out our peanut butter dog biscuits recipe next — another easy homemade favorite your pup will love.
