Let’s face it—most commercial cat treats are packed with unnecessary fillers, artificial flavours, and preservatives that do more harm than good. From itchy skin to digestive upset, these ingredients can lead to a host of issues for your feline friend. Even worse, some treats contain harmful chemicals and by-products that could be toxic. But there’s a better way. Making homemade cat treats ensures you know exactly what’s going into your cat’s body—natural, wholesome ingredients that provide the nutrients they need.
From meaty bites to catnip-infused delights, homemade treats are the perfect way to spoil your cat without compromising their health. With options ranging from freeze-dried tuna flakes to baked salmon nibbles, these recipes are easy to make, healthy, and most importantly, they’ll keep your kitty purring with satisfaction.
Recipes
- Frozen Tuna & Coconut Oil Cubes
Great for warm days and full of healthy fats!
- Ingredients:
- 1 can tuna (in water, drained)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- Instructions:
- Blend tuna and coconut oil together.
- Pour into silicone Molds and freeze for 2 hours.
- Pop out and store in the freezer.
- Baked Salmon & Oat Treats
Crunchy and packed with omega-3 fatty acids!
- Ingredients:
- ½ cup cooked salmon (mashed)
- 1 egg
- 1 cup oat flour
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix all ingredients until dough forms.
- Press into silicone Molds or roll into balls.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until firm.
- Moist Chicken & Pumpkin Bites
Soft treats with simple, nutritious ingredients!
- Ingredients:
- ½ cup cooked chicken (shredded)
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Instructions:
- Mix chicken, pumpkin, and olive oil together.
- Press into silicone Molds and refrigerate for 1 hour to set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Dried Sardine Crisps
Perfect for crunchy-loving kitties—these are an easy dehydrated treat!
- Ingredients:
- Whole sardines (fresh or frozen)
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C) or use a dehydrator.
- Lay sardines on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 3-4 hours until fully dried and crispy.
- Frozen Chicken & Catnip Pops
A cool treat for cats who love chicken and the fun of catnip!
- Ingredients:
- ½ cup cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 tablespoon catnip (optional)
- ½ cup chicken broth (unsalted, low-sodium)
- Instructions:
- Mix the chicken, catnip, and broth together.
- Pour into silicone Molds and freeze for 2 hours.
- Store in the freezer.
- Baked Tuna & Oat Nibbles
Simple, fishy, and crunchy – perfect for snack time!
- Ingredients:
- 1 can tuna in water (drained)
- 1 egg
- 1 cup oat flour (or ground oats)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix tuna, egg, olive oil, and oat flour until a dough forms.
- Roll into small balls or press into silicone Molds.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm and slightly golden.
- Moist Chicken & Catnip Chews
A soft treat packed with lean chicken and a hint of catnip fun!
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast (finely chopped or shredded)
- 1 tablespoon dried catnip
- 1 tablespoon plain gelatin powder (optional for binding)
- ¼ cup water
- Instructions:
- Mix chicken, catnip, and gelatin powder together.
- Gradually add water to form a sticky mixture.
- Press into silicone Molds and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Frozen Salmon & Yogurt Cubes
Great for hot days and packed with omega-3 fatty acids!
- Ingredients:
- ½ cup cooked salmon (mashed)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon water (if needed)
- Instructions:
- Mix the mashed salmon and yogurt until combined.
- Add a little water if needed for easier pouring.
- Pour into silicone Molds and freeze for 2-3 hours.
- Pop out and serve frozen.
- Dried Tuna Flakes
Dehydrated tuna flakes that can be crumbled over food or given as a crunchy treat!
- Ingredients:
- 1 can tuna in water (drained)
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C) or use a dehydrator.
- Flake the tuna into small pieces and spread on a baking sheet.
- Dehydrate for 3-4 hours until the tuna is completely dried.
- Store in an airtight container for a crunchy, fishy treat.
- Baked Sardine & Egg Bites
Crunchy, nutrient-dense bites with sardines and eggs – two of cats' favourite things!
- Ingredients:
- 1 can sardines in water (drained)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour (optional, for binding)
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash sardines and mix with egg and coconut flour to form a dough.
- Press into silicone Molds or form small bite-sized balls.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
- Moist Turkey & Pumpkin Chews
Soft and savory, these chewy bites combine lean turkey with pumpkin!
- Ingredients:
- ½ cup cooked turkey (shredded)
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons oat flour (for binding)
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix turkey, pumpkin, olive oil, and oat flour together.
- Press into silicone Molds or shape by hand.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm on the outside but soft in the centre.
- Frozen Chicken Broth & Catnip Cubes
For a fun and refreshing summer treat, these frozen cubes combine broth and catnip!
- Ingredients:
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth (unsalted)
- 1 tablespoon dried catnip
- Instructions:
- Mix chicken broth and dried catnip.
- Pour into silicone Molds and freeze for 2-3 hours.
- Pop out and serve as a cooling treat.
- Dried Chicken & Parsley Crisps
A simple, chewy, dehydrated treat with lean chicken and fresh parsley!
- Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped)
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C) or use a dehydrator.
- Slice chicken into thin strips and sprinkle with parsley.
- Lay on a baking sheet and bake for 3-4 hours until fully dried and crisp.
- Baked Mackerel & Quinoa Bites
A protein-packed treat with omega-3-rich mackerel and quinoa for added nutrition!
- Ingredients:
- 1 can mackerel (in water, drained)
- ½ cup cooked quinoa
- 1 egg
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash mackerel and mix with cooked quinoa and egg.
- Shape into small balls or press into silicone Molds.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until firm.
- Moist Beef & Pumpkin Training Treats
Small, soft, and easy-to-chew treats that are perfect for training or just rewarding your kitty!
- Ingredients:
- ½ cup cooked ground beef (lean)
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix all ingredients together to form a soft dough.
- Press into silicone Molds or shape into small balls.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm on the outside but soft on the inside.
Your cat deserves the best, and homemade treats give you the power to offer them healthy, safe snacks you can trust. Whether you’re baking crunchy sardine bites or freezing up some tuna and coconut oil cubes, you’ll know every ingredient that goes into their treats is doing them good. To make treat time even more fun, take a look at our silicone molds—perfect for creating bite-sized snacks that your cat will go crazy for. Happy baking, and happy snacking for your feline friend!
Author: Majella Gee
Model: Muffin
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