Three different recipes for quick and easy 2-ingredient pupsicles to keep your dog cool this summer.
Hey, friends, how is your summer treating you? And just as importantly, how is summer treating your four-legged best friend(s)?
Are you guys melting in the heat?
Ella and I are.
Ella, slowly melting.
The only thing keeping us from fully turning into puddles is air-conditioning and oodles and oodles of frozen treats (Pudding Pops and Wine Popsicles for me, Watermelon and Yogurt Frozen Dog Treats for Ella).
Those watermelon treats have actually been super popular on Pinterest this summer, and because of this, I’ve received multiple requests for more pupsicle recipes.
Which brings us here today.
How to Make Dog Popsicles, AKA Pupsicles
I have a secret for you. You don’t need a recipe for pupsicles. If it freezes, it’s safe for dogs, and your dog likes it, it can be made into pupsicles.
The pupsicle possibilities are literally endless, and all you need to get started are a couple of dog-friendly ingredients (here’s a good list people foods you should and shouldn’t feed your dog) and something to freeze your treats in.
I own these molds which make cute bone-and-paw-shaped dog popsicles, but a simple ice cube tray will work just as well.
And once you have something to make your treats in, here are three 2-ingredient pupsicle recipe ideas to try out:
Banana and Peanut Butter Pupsicles (Ella’s Favorite)
2 ripe bananas
2 tablespoons peanut butter (without artificial sweeteners)
Yogurt and Berries Dog Popsicles
1/2 cup blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries
2 5-ounce containers plain yogurt
Pumpkin and Banana Treats
2 ripe bananas
1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
For all three of these recipes, you just combine them in your mold/trays and pop them in the freezer until solid, usually about 3 to 4 hours.
Then grab a pupsicle for your dog, something cold and sweet for yourself, and the two of you can enjoy a summer that’s just a little more bearable.
FAQ
What molds did you use for the pupsicles?
I used a set of silicone molds to make the pupsicles in the photos. If you’d like a set of your own, you can buy the molds here, but you can also just use a regular old ice cube tray.
Please note, these are all dog-safe ingredients, but some dogs do not process dairy well. If that’s your dog, avoid the yogurt treats, and, as always, consult your vet if you have any questions or concerns about what you’re feeding your pet.
Also, dogs should always be supervised while eating frozen treats. Do not let them wander off with a half-eaten treat as uneaten pieces can melt and stain your carpets.
This recipe calls for plain, unsweetened yogurt and peanut butter without artificial sweeteners. DO NOT use yogurt or peanut butter that has been sweetened with xylitol, as it is toxic to dogs.
More Dog Treat Recips
- Birthday Cupcake Dog Popsicles
- High-value Dog Treats
- Gingerbread Treats for Dogs and Horses
- Watermelon and Yogurt Frozen Dog Treats
2-ingredient Pupsicles (3 Ways)
Ingredients
Special Equipment
- Silicone treat molds or ice cub tray
Banana Peanut Butter Pupsicles
- 2 very ripe bananas mashed
- 2 to 4 tablespoons peanut butter *
Yogurt and Berries Pupsicles
- 1/2 cup chopped strawberries, blackberries or raspberries, pureed, or whole blueberries
- 2 5-ounce containers plain yogurt *
Pumpkin and Banana Pupsicles
- 2 very ripe bananas mashed
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree NOT pumpkin pie filling
Instructions
- If using floppy silicone molds, place them on a baking sheet or cutting board that will fit in your freezer, and clear enough space in your freezer for the molds to lay flat.
Banana Peanut Butter Pupsicles
- In a small, microwave-safe bowl, microwave peanut butter for 10 to 20 seconds and stir until pourable. To each mold, add a spoonful of peanut butter and enough mashed banana to fill the mold. Use a knife to swirl in the peanut butter if desired.
Yogurt and Berries Pupsicles
- Combine spoonfuls of berries and yogurt until molds are filled.
Pumpkin and Banana Pupsicles
- Combine spoonfuls of pumpkin and mashed banana until molds are filled.
- Freeze until solid, 3 to 4 hours. Remove treats from molds/trays and store in an air-tight freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Notes
Nutrition
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Michele says
These are quick and easy….. I have 5. dogs and they love these. I make my own yogurt via insta pot and I also make my own peanut butter via Ninja blender….. so healthy, I know what’s in them and my pack loves them.Thanks for sharing ❤️ NB My freezer sucks so I leave them in longer… sometimes overnight ❤️
Carlene says
I use a plastic egg container from one of the club stores and my daughter in Law calls them boobsicles
Patti says
Ella is so cute!
I’m thinking Border Collie/ Lab mix?
Making these for Misty today, Border/ Golden X
Thanks! Just found your site! ❤️
Alice says
Can I use unsweetened applesauce? My pup loves apples
Roseanne Koch says
I have made these but instead of using molds, I reused empty yogurt cups and served them to our dog in the cup. She likes to lick them instead of just chomping them up (a lot less mess too).
Christy McEvoy says
PLEASE note on the peanut butter as some contain xylitol as well!! Would hate for someone to accidently give them the wrong type!
Tracy says
Thanks for the info!! I’ll update that note.
Laura says
I want to know more about the wine popcicles you make! 🙂
Tracy says
Here’s the link: https://bakingmischief.com/tinto-de-verano-red-wine-popsicles/ They are super easy and fun!!
Chávez says
Thanks a million for placing the silly little note for us readers at 2am that just literally thought, “Sweetness, I have unused Pumpkin pie filling that I accidentally bought for my Thanksgiving pies that I can finally use♂️“
Tracy says
Lol so happy to help!
Julie says
It says not to use pumpkin pie filling. It needs to be the pure pumpkin.
Candice Knutson says
Where did you buy the molds ?
Tracy says
Hi, Candice, I bought them from Amazon. If you click where it says, “Silicone treat molds” in the recipe, it will take you right to them.
Janice says
My pups love these recipes! I just use silicone ice trays-it’s super easy. Sometimes I mix peanut butter, yogurt and a banana. My dogs expect one every day!
Thank YOU!
Tracy says
So glad the pups have been enjoying them!!
Michele says
What brand of yogurt do you use?
Tracy says
I usually use Fage %5 because that’s what I eat and keep stocked in my fridge. Any plain unsweetened yogurt will work though.
Tanya says
Are puppy loves them, they our a great treat to have with him,very refteshing
Chesikah says
What’s your favorite peanut butter to use?