This simple Strawberry Muffin Dog Treat Recipe is perfect for giving your dog a healthy and special Valentine’s Day treat!

You might remember my cute heart-shaped Valentine’s Day Dog Treats from last year. Yummy, healthy, and sweetened with beets! This year I wanted to keep it extra simple with this Strawberry Muffin Dog Treat Recipe.

We have had a mild winter in Michigan but have been met with brutal cold and nearly a foot of snow this past week! Creating this Strawberry Muffin Dog Treat Recipe with fresh strawberries was a friendly little reminder that Spring will be here before we know it.

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*Always consult with your vet before introducing new foods to your dog. Be mindful of food sensitivities and introduce new foods slowly. This recipe is simply just a treat for your dog and not meant to replace a full balanced meal or diet.

What did the dogs think of this Strawberry Muffin Dog Treat Recipe?

Well, they loved them! I always use ingredients I know the dogs will love when developing a treat recipe. I just wanted treats that required minimal effort and a small handful of ingredients. You only need a blender, mixing bowl, spatula, a mini muffin baking tray, and ingredients.

I am unsure how these will turn out or if the dogs will like them. However, these got the stamp of approval from each dog! Therefore, I will likely work them into our regular homemade treat rotation.

What do you need for these Valentine’s Day Dog Treat Muffins?

You won’t need much, and all the ingredients are healthy, adding a little natural sweetness thanks to the apples, bananas, and strawberries. Simple ingredients include fresh strawberries, unsweetened applesauce, banana, chickpea flour, and whole-grain quick oats.

What are the health benefits of this Strawberry Muffin Dog Treat Recipe?

Strawberries: This fruit can help to strengthen the immune system, contains Folic Acid, Vitamins B6 and K, and also contains potassium.
Banana: Low-calorie, high in biotin, potassium, and fiber. This fruit may also support dogs with acid reflux.
Unsweetened Applesauce: High in fiber, Vitamins A & C, and is a good source of antioxidants.
Chickpea Flour: Rich in vitamins and minerals like folate, iron, and magnesium, contains antioxidants, has less effect on blood sugar than wheat flour, and is high in fiber.
Oats: Oats are an excellent wheat alternative for dogs sensitive to wheat. Oats are a healthy carbohydrate and contain Vitamin B, Copper, Magnesium, Calcium, and Iron.