Dog ice cream? Yes, it’s really a thing! While you shouldn’t feed your pup the real deal (aka, “people ice cream”), you can whip up some DIY dog ice cream treats and be the best pup parent or dog walker around. Dog ice cream recipes can include ingredients like peanut butter, pumpkin, bananas and even chicken. Some may contain yogurt, so avoid these ones if your dog is sensitive to dairy-based products.
Sometimes regular kibble just doesn’t beat the heat like a frozen treat. Check out these paw-some dog ice cream recipes that are chillingly yummy. If your favorite dog likes to share, you may even enjoy some of these yourself!
1. Blueberry frozen dog treats
These three-ingredient blueberry frozen dog treats recipe from Peel with Zeal are a great way to beat the heat — and they’re super easy to whip up.
2. Chicken ice cream for dogs
Poultry plus an ice cream machine equals a frosty chicken ice cream canine concoction from Kol’s Notes. Unless you’re really into meaty treats yourself, this recipe isn’t recommended for people.
3. Creamy banana ice cream
Golden Woofs has a creamy banana ice cream recipe that’s a one-ingredient wonder! And you can chow down on this chilly mix too. Hands down, one of the easiest dog ice cream recipes out there.
4. Dog ice cream sandwiches
Ice cream sandwiches aren’t just for people! Whip up this peanut butter, yogurt and bacon recipe and then sandwich your homemade delight between two dog biscuits, a la The Cookie Rookie. Your cute little canine will love, love, love this sweet sandwich, but you (and your kids) certainly won’t want to try this one.
5. Easy berry ice cream for dogs
If your pooch adores the frozen banana treats above, why not try this two-ingredient berry ice cream from Top Dog Tips next? Don’t forget to try some for yourself!
6. Peanut butter and banana dog ice cream
Peanut butter, banana and a little yogurt are the main ingredients in this yummy peanut butter and banana dog ice cream. And while your dog may not be able to make it on their own, like the adorable pup in the video, it is very easy to make.
7. Cheese dog ice cream
Cheesy ice cream? For dogs, it’s a dream come true. For you, not so much. This Cheese Dog Ice Cream recipe from Kol’s Notes recipe isn’t for dogs who have a dairy sensitivity or any humans.
8. Two-ingredient watermelon ice cream
Face it, there’s no more iconic duo than summer and watermelon — why should dogs be excluded from the fun?! This two-ingredient watermelon ice cream recipe from Proud Dog Mom Blog requires only watermelon, plain Greek yogurt and a blender. Easy-peasy!
9. Frozen coconut, mango and pineapple dog treats
This frozen coconut, mango and pineapple recipe from Doggy Dessert Chef is tropically tasty for both the dogs and their humans.
10. Strawberry coconut butter dog ice cream
Can you guess what this three-ingredient homemade dog ice cream via Design Milk tastes like? Of course, it’s strawberries! Not only can your dog slurp up this slushy stuff, but so can you.
11. Pumpkin pops for pups
Another super easy DIY dog treat. All this dog ice cream recipe from Paw Power Nutrition calls for is pumpkin puree and, if you have it, bone-shaped molds. Simply freeze them, and voila! A cute, cool treat to beat the heat.
12. Doggy pops
DIY for Life has a dog ice cream recipe in the form of doggy pops! It calls for banana-flavored ice cream and a doggy bone topper. While you might enjoy the yogurt-based creamy goodness, the dog treat is just for the pups.
13. Pumpkin and Greek yogurt dog ice cream
This homemade dog ice cream recipe from First Home Love Life includes Greek yogurt and real organic pumpkin that you can freeze into cute little cupcake shapes. While it might not have the taste punch of your favorite rocky road or birthday cake flavors, it’s totally fit for human consumption.
