DOG-SAFE EASTER TREATS: RECIPES AND TIPS

Springtime is all about fresh starts, happy moments, and sharing a little extra love—especially with the furry members of your family. This Easter, treat your dog to something special with homemade recipes that are just as festive as they are wholesome.

We’ve rounded up our favourite dog-safe Easter treats using Crumps’ Naturals products to add flavour, crunch, and tail-wagging excitement to your celebration.

1. Carrot Cake Pup Cups with Beef Liver Crumble

Serves: 6 mini muffins

A soft, spring-inspired bake topped with crunchy bits your dog will love.

You’ll need:

• 1 cup chickpea flour
• ½ cup finely shredded carrot
• ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp water (optional)
• Crumps’ Naturals Beef Liver Bites, crushed for topping

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour, carrot, applesauce, and egg into a thick batter. Add water if needed.
3. Spoon into mini muffin tins.
4. Top with a sprinkle of crushed Beef Liver Bites.
5. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden.
6. Let cool completely before serving.

2. Coconut Carrot Nibbles with Chicken Bites

Serves: 12 bite-sized treats

A light, chewy spring snack with a tropical twist and a protein-packed crunch.

You’ll need:

• ½ cup chickpea flour
• ¼ cup shredded carrots
• ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 egg
• Crumps’ Naturals Chicken Bites, crumbled into small bits

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour, carrots, coconut, and egg into a soft dough.
3. Roll into small balls and add Chicken Bites crumbles into each.
4. Bake on parchment paper for 12–14 minutes or until lightly golden.
5. Let cool before serving.

3. Bunny Hop Peanut Butter Cookies with Mini Trainers

Serves: 12–14 small cookies

These crunchy peanut butter cookies are great for treat time or sharing with pup pals.

You’ll need:

• ¾ cup chickpea flour
• ¼ cup all-natural peanut butter
• ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 egg
• Crumps’ Naturals Mini Trainers (any flavour)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix chickpea flour, peanut butter, applesauce, and egg until a firm dough forms.
3. Roll into small balls or flatten into circles with a cookie cutter.
4. Press one Mini Trainer into the center of each cookie.
5. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 14–16 minutes until golden at the edges.
7. Cool completely before serving.

4. Herby Garden Cookies with Beef Tendersticks

Serves: 16–18 small cookies

These soft-baked, herby cookies are filled with freshness and protein-packed bits.

You’ll need:

• ¾ cup chickpea flour
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley or mint (fresh is best)
• ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 egg
• Crumps’ Naturals Beef Tendersticks, chopped into small bits

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix chickpea flour, parsley, applesauce, and egg until a dough forms.
3. Fold in the chopped Tendersticks.
4. Roll out and cut into flower or bone shapes.
5. Bake for 12–14 minutes until slightly firm.
6. Cool and store in an airtight container.

5. Berry Yogurt Bark with Balance Bites

Serves: 6–8 pups

A frozen, fruity treat that’s as pretty as it is pup-approved.

You’ll need:

• ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup chopped strawberries or blueberries (or a mix!)
• Crumps’ Naturals Gutsy Balance Bites, crushed

Instructions:

1. Line a small baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Spread yogurt evenly across the tray (about ¼" thick).
3. Scatter fruit and Balance Bites evenly over the top.
4. Freeze for 3–4 hours or until solid.
5. Break into shards and serve 1–2 small pieces per pup.

6. Easter Pup Parfait Cups

Serves: 2 small parfaits

Layered goodness for a positively festive moment.

You’ll need:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ banana, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp shredded carrot
• Crumps’ Naturals Sprinkles for added flavour

Instructions:

1. In a small cup or bowl, layer yogurt, banana slices, and shredded carrot.
2. Repeat layers to create a “parfait” effect.
3. Top with a Sprinkles.
4. Serve immediately or chill briefly before offering.

A Few Final Treat Tips

✔ Keep portions small. Even healthy treats should be given in moderation.
✔ Introduce new recipes slowly if your pup has a sensitive stomach.
✔ Store homemade treats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
✔ Supervise chewing, especially with crunchy or chewy options.

Celebrate Easter, Naturally

With a little prep and the right ingredients, you can treat your dog to a spring celebration that’s just as special as yours. Our Crumps’ Naturals products are made with minimal ingredients and no artificial additives—so they’re the perfect base for homemade holiday snacks.

This Easter, share the love with treats that are tail-waggingly good and good for them.