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Ready to Aid The Animals?

DIY @ Home NO BAKE Peanut Butter Treats for DOGS!

DURATION

1-2 hours

WHERE

At home!

WHEN

Throughout the year

WHOSE HELP IS REQUIRED

Some adult help might be needed with the oven and measuring ingredients.

HOW IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Our shelter cats, dogs and rabbits stay happy and entertained while they patiently wait for new homes with the toys and treats made for them by volunteers like you. 

DESCRIPTION

Cats, dogs and rabbits at the Pasadena Humane are patiently waiting for new homes. You can help entertain and keep them happy by making treats!

Doing this activity for Create the Change®? Don't forget to register for the DIY CTC® Challenge to track your efforts and for your chance to join our end-of-week wrap party full of surprises!


ITEMS NEEDED

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup peanut butter (almond butter)
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 3 cups old fashioned oats, divided

Other supplies

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer with paddle attachment
  • cookie scoop
  • airtight container

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Great family activity!  


NEXT STEPS

Gather ingredients and supplies to start then read the step-by-step instructions detailed in "VIEW INSTRUCTIONS" to get started!


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Sound like fun?VIEW INSTRUCTIONS to get started.
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  1. Using the paddle attachment of an electric mixer, mix pumpkin puree, peanut butter and milk on medium until well combined (about 1 – 2 minutes).  Gradually add in 2 ½ cup of the oats on low speed, just until incorporated.
  2. Using a cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1 ¼ “ balls. Roll the balls in remaining oats, pressing to coat.
  3. Cover and place in the refrigerator until firm, about 1 hour.
  4. For a grain-free, peanut-free recipe, click HERE.
  5. Completed service projects may be mailed to:  361 S. Raymond Ave.
    Pasadena, CA 91105
  6. Be sure to let us know that you found this activity through PGK.
  7. Kindly fill out this PGK impact form when you’ve completed the activity.