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3 Holiday Dog Treat Recipes for Your Pup’s KONG

Samantha Schwab
By Samantha Schwab
Updated
Apr. 30, 2025

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The holidays just aren’t complete without spending time with our loved ones—especially ones of the furry variety. Having our dogs near while celebrating the holidays is a surefire way to make all of our festivities even more cheery and bright.

So, what’s the secret to getting your pup into the holiday spirit? Tasty dog treats inspired by staple holiday foods, all stuffed in one of your pup’s favorite dog toys—the KONG Classic.

These festive recipes, designed to be stuffed into your dog’s KONG, are a delicious way to keep your pet occupied and content during holiday parties, travel or even while opening gifts with the family. Plus, the recipes are easy to whip up, so you can spend less time cooking and more time with the ones you love. These three recipes are just a few of the many fun ways you can use your dog’s KONG during the holidays.

If you’re ready to fill your pup with joy, make sure you fill his KONG with these homemade dog treat recipes he’ll surely fall-la-la-la-la-la in love with.

Stuffable Holiday Gingerbread Treat


Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp. plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ tsp. ginger powder
  • ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp. ground cloves
  • 2 small KONG Stuff’N peanut butter dog treats
KONG dog treat recipe for the holidays peanut butter snack.

By Chewy Studios

Supplies:

  • Small mixing bowl
  • Mixing spoon
  • Rolling pin
  • Plastic bag
  • Rubber spatula

Yield: 1 KONG Stuffer
Serving Size: 1 KONG
Prep Time: 5 minutes

Instructions:

Put the yogurt and spices into a small mixing bowl and blend lightly with a spoon.

Holiday dog treat KONG recipes.

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Put the KONG dog treats in a sealed plastic bag.

Instructions for KONG dog treat stuffer recipe.

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Use a rolling pin to crush the treats into small pieces.

KONG recipe for dog treats this holiday.

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Gently fold the crushed dog treat into the yogurt and spice mix, and mix well.

KONG dog treat recipes for the holidays.

By Chewy Studios

Use a spatula to stuff the KONG toy. Optional: You can freeze it overnight for a cool treat!

Freezing KONG for holiday dog treats.

By Chewy Studios

Holiday Feast for Pups


Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp. minced ham
  • 2 tsp. dried cranberries
  • 2 tbsp. KONG Stuff’N sweet potato spread
  • 2 tbsp. plain Greek yogurt
Kong recipe for dog treats this holiday.

By Chewy Studios

Supplies:

  • Small mixing bowl
  • Mixing spoon
  • Rubber spatula

Yield: 1 KONG Stuffer
Serving Size: 1 KONG
Prep Time: 5 minutes

Instructions:

Mix all ingredients in a small mixing bowl with a mixing spoon until smooth.

Sweet potato dog treat KONG stuffer recipe.

By Chewy Studios

Use the spatula to stuff your KONG. Optional: You can freeze it overnight for a cool treat!

Stuffing KONG with dog holiday treat recipe.

By Chewy Studios

Carob Peppermint "Bark" Treat


Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp. unsweetened carob chips
  • 1 tbsp. oatmeal
  • ⅛ tsp. peppermint oil
  • 2 tbsp. plain Greek yogurt

By Chewy Studios

Supplies:

  • 2 small, microwave-safe mixing bowls
  • 2 mixing spoons
  • Rubber spatula

Yield: 1 KONG Stuffer
Serving Size: 1 KONG
Prep Time: 5 minutes

Instructions:

In a bowl, add the oatmeal, yogurt and peppermint oil. Mix it with a spoon until smooth.

KONG Holiday dog recipe.

By Chewy Studios

Microwave the carob chips for 60 seconds, in 15-second intervals, mixing in between.

Holiday dog recipe for KONGs.

By Chewy Studios

Pour the melted carob chips into the first bowl and mix the ingredients together with a spoon until blended.

KONG recipes for dogs this holiday.

By Chewy Studios

Use the spatula to stuff your KONG. Optional: You can freeze it overnight for a cool treat!

These recipes were reviewed by a veterinarian. They are intended as a treat or snack. Treats should only constitute a small percentage of your pet’s daily food. If your pet has any other health issues, or if you have any concerns, consult your pet’s veterinarian before offering this food item.

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Samantha Schwab

Samantha Schwab

Samantha has been crafting content for half a decade across several national brands covering a wide range of lifestyle topics. She’s
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