02/24/2026
No-Bake Rice Cereal Crunch Squares for dogs with Low-Sugar Binding and Light Energy Boost
Ingredients:
* 3 cups (90 g) plain puffed rice cereal (unsweetened, no added sugar or artificial sweeteners)
* 1/2 cup (120 g) natural peanut butter (xylitol-free, unsalted, stirred well)
* 1/4 cup (60 g) pumpkin purée (unsweetened, plain)
* 2 tbsp (30 ml) warm water (to help loosen mixture if needed)
Supplements:
* None
Instructions:
1. Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) pan with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and pumpkin purée. Stir until smooth and evenly blended.
3. If mixture is very thick, add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) warm water at a time until it becomes stirrable but still thick.
4. Add puffed rice cereal and fold gently until all cereal is evenly coated.
5. Transfer mixture to prepared pan and press firmly into an even layer about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until set and firm.
7. Lift out using parchment and cut into small squares similar to the image. Keep portions small for safe treating.
Storage:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in refrigerator before serving.
Benefits:
* Uses plain puffed rice instead of sugary marshmallows to avoid excess sugar and artificial ingredients.
* Pumpkin adds fiber for digestive support and gentle binding.
* No-bake method avoids added fats and keeps ingredients simple and controlled.
Calorie Information:
Approx. 1,050 kcal per batch; approx. 65 kcal per square if cut into 16 pieces. Estimate based on standard values for peanut butter, puffed rice, and pumpkin. Adjust portion size based on dog size and daily calorie needs.
