Pumpkin and plain yogurt make a simple orange freezer treat. There is no need for an ice-cream machine: mix, portion and freeze. Keeping the mixture in small molds also avoids repeatedly thawing a large tub just to remove one piece.
Before you start
Use plain pumpkin purée rather than pumpkin pie filling. Stir the yogurt before measuring if liquid has separated in its container.
Two-Ingredient Pumpkin Frozen Dog Treats recipe
10 minutes preparation, plus about 4 hours freezing
Batch yield: 6 servings. Actual size and count may vary; this is not a daily serving recommendation.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (plain)
- 1 cup Plain plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
Method
- Combine equal measured amounts of pumpkin purée and plain Greek yogurt.
- Distribute between small freezer molds. Tap the tray gently to settle the mixture.
- Freeze until solid, about four hours. Soften the piece you plan to serve.
How should I serve it?
Offer a small, manageable portion under supervision. Treats and toppers supplement regular food; they do not replace a complete diet. Ask your veterinarian before introducing this recipe if your dog has food allergies, a medical condition or a prescribed diet.
Keep extras within your dog’s daily treat allowance.
Storage and preparation notes
Keep portions sealed and frozen, and thaw only what you need. Label the container with the recipe name and preparation date. Do not return a licked or partially eaten piece to the batch.
See USDA storage guidance and minimum cooking temperatures. This recipe has not been kitchen-tested by My Dog Recipe; check doneness rather than relying only on the timer.
Will this stay scoopable like shop-bought ice cream?
Do not expect the same texture. Small individual molds make portioning easier than trying to scoop a hard container. Never force a rock-hard piece between your dog’s teeth.
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Ingredient proportions and core method inspired by Pumpkin Dog Ice Cream at Pawsome Recipes. Wording and images created separately for My Dog Recipe.
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