By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 9, 2022
Dog ice cream is the perfect treat for your furry friend! When the weather gets hot, treat your puppy to some homemade dog ice cream so they don’t feel left out. This easy recipe has all the right ingredients (peanut butter, yogurt, and bacon), so they can enjoy their own bowl instead of watching you eat yours!
Puppy Ice Cream
This homemade dog ice cream recipe with yogurt, peanut butter, and bacon is just the thing for your favorite friend!
A while ago, I made my best sous-chef (my Yellow Lab, Scout) some homemade Peanut Butter Dog Treats . Since then, I’ve been brainstorming ideas for other dog-friendly treats to make for her.
This puppy ice cream was a huge success for her. She especially loved the bacon! This ice cream freezes really well, so I have more waiting for her in the freezer. She’ll thank me once the summer heat rolls in.
Why You’ll Love this Dog Ice Cream Recipe:
- EASY: Making homemade dog ice cream is SO easy. You only need two ingredients (3 if you want to add the bacon), and a few minutes to prep.
- GOOD FOR DOGS: This recipe is made only with ingredients that are safe for dogs to eat, so no need to worry about feeding them this treat.
- CUSTOMIZABLE: Consider this ice cream a base recipe. Add other things your dog loves, or make doggie ice cream sandwiches!
Ingredients
- Peanut Butter: Go for a creamy version instead of chunky, and natural ingredients instead of processed. I used Smuckers Natural.
- Plain Yogurt: I recommend using Greek yogurt because it has significantly less lactose than regular yogurt.
- Bacon Bits: This ingredient is optional, but your dog will love it!
Trademark note: In the spirit of transparency, please note that Smucker’s is a proprietary brand that I want to acknowledge and give credit to.
How to Make Dog Ice Cream
You can jump to the recipe card for full ingredients & instructions!
This is such a simple and quick recipe, there are hardly any steps!
- Combine the peanut butter, yogurt, and bacon bits (optional ingredient).
- Freeze until it becomes firm, or the desired texture. It’s fine for them to eat it whether it’s frozen or not.
Can dogs eat ice cream?
Dogs should not be fed regular “human” ice cream. They have different digestive systems than us, so they can’t digest dairy very well. Sugar, chocolate, and too much lactose can cause problems including gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or vomiting.
But that’s why we have this delicious doggie ice cream recipe, so they can enjoy it too!
This recipe uses real food ingredients, yogurt and peanut butter, so it’s definitely safe for humans to eat too. So if your kids find their way to it, or you just REALLY want to taste it too, all will be fine!
It depends on the size and weight of your dog. I recommend starting with 1/4 cup, and then increasing the amount for bigger dogs.
You can add other ingredients based on what your dog likes and what they can digest well. Some fruits are okay for dogs to eat, so bananas or strawberries might be a good option to try.
Tips!
- These ingredients are safe for dogs to eat, but I always recommend keeping an eye on your pup after feeding them something new to see how they react to it.
- This ice cream lasts up to 8 weeks in the freezer. So make a big batch and save it, so your furry friends can enjoy this treat for a long time.
- You could add a splash of chicken broth to enhance the flavor.
- Make sure to avoid giving your dog any sweetened dairy products. Greek yogurt for dogs is good, thanks to its high protein and low lactose content.
How is this different than regular ice cream?
Besides the ingredients, this dog ice cream recipe is softer and easier to scoop than other frozen treats. That makes it a great choice for dogs that tend to scarf treats whole or for senior dogs with limited teeth. Overall, it’s just easier to eat and digest!
How do you make puppy ice cream sandwiches?
Add in some Peanut Butter Dog Treats and make an ice cream sandwich! Scout is a fan, without a doubt!
To make an ice cream sandwich for dogs, place a scoop of this dog-friendly ice cream between two dog treats, scrape the excess off the sides, and freeze again to help them set.
Your pup is absolutely going to LOVE this homemade dog ice cream! So you won’t have to worry about them watching you and begging for a bite of yours when dessert time comes around. Everyone gets a treat!
MorePet Treat Recipesto Try
- Dog Cupcakes
- Cheese Dog Treats
- Sweet Potato Dog Treats
- Homemade Cat Treats
- Oat Apple Dog Pretzels
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 8 ounces creamy peanut butter 227 grams (I used Smuckers ‘Natural’)
- ▢ 8 ounces plain yogurt 227 grams
- ▢ ¼ cup cooked bacon bits optional
Instructions
- Mix together the peanut butter, yogurt, and optional bacon bits. 8 ounces creamy peanut butter, 8 ounces plain yogurt, ¼ cup cooked bacon bits
- Freeze until firm.
- Serve to your dog in ¼-1 cup increments, based on your dog’s size and weight.
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
Becky’s Tips
- Consider toppings or add-ins . For instance, splash in some low-sodium chicken broth.
- Make an ice cream sandwich. Place a scoop of the ice cream between two round dog treats; scrape the excess off the sides, and freeze again.
- Make sure your peanut butter is all-natural and free from Xylitol. Xylitol is extremely toxic to dogs.
- Make sure to avoid giving your dog sweetened dairy products, especially anything with artificial sweeteners. Greek yogurt for dogs is good, thanks to its high protein and low lactose content.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Peanut Butter Bacon Puppy Ice Cream
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
Ingredients
- 8 ounces creamy peanut butter 227 grams (I used Smuckers ‘Natural’)
- 8 ounces plain yogurt 227 grams
- ¼ cup cooked bacon bits optional
Instructions
- Mix together the peanut butter, yogurt, and optional bacon bits. 8 ounces creamy peanut butter, 8 ounces plain yogurt, ¼ cup cooked bacon bits
- Freeze until firm.
- Serve to your dog in ¼-1 cup increments, based on your dog’s size and weight.
Notes
- Consider toppings or add-ins . For instance, splash in some low-sodium chicken broth.
- Make an ice cream sandwich. Place a scoop of the ice cream between two round dog treats; scrape the excess off the sides, and freeze again.
- Make sure your peanut butter is all-natural and free from Xylitol. Xylitol is extremely toxic to dogs.
- Make sure to avoid giving your dog sweetened dairy products, especially anything with artificial sweeteners. Greek yogurt for dogs is good, thanks to its high protein and low lactose content.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
