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5 Homemade Cat Ice Cream Recipes (Vet-Approved)

By Christian Adams · Reviewed & fact-checked by Dr. Paola CuevasVet Approved
Dr. Paola Cuevas
Reviewed & Fact-Checked byDr. Paola CuevasMVZ (Veterinarian)
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Homemade Cat Ice Cream Recipes

Ice cream and popsicles are more than just a rich treat for humans on a hot day - you might be surprised to learn that our cats also love a good catsicle or pate infused fro-yo on occasion. Here we have noted our favorite cat ice cream recipes brought to you by incredible cat owners - each tried and true by their felines!

Learning how to make cat ice cream is easier than ever. So on a hot summer day, break out your finest cat baking molds or ice cube trays, stir up some of these ingredients (most cat owners always have on a hand), and pop them in the freezer to provide your cat with some instant relief from a hot sunny day.

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The 5 Homemade Cat Ice Cream Recipes

1. The Easiest Way to Make Cat Ice Cream

Simple Cat Ice Cream Recipe

If you're looking for the world's simplest homemade cat ice cream recipe, this is it. Blend blueberries water, throw in some kibble, and freeze in an ice cube tray. These frozen treats are healthy, tasty, and so easy to make.

Simple Cat Ice Cream Recipe

Equipment

  • Ice cube tray
  • Blender
  • Freezer
  • INGREDIENTS

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup blueberries
  • 1/4 cup dry cat food

Instructions

  1. Wash your blueberries and place the fruit in a blender.
  2. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Mix in your dry cat food using a spoon.
  4. Pour the mixture into an ice cube tray.
  5. Freeze for at least 3 hours and then serve to your happy cat!

Notes

Image Credit: NicO l, Shutterstock


2. Pumpkin Cubes - Ice Cream for Cats

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Image Credit: Mike_O, Shutterstock

An odd but intriguing ingredient, a pumpkin has just enough of an allure to pique your cat's interest. Once they find out what this delicious cat ice cream is filled with, they will be begging you for more! This original recipe is for dogs so just substitute the yogurt with cat's milk or plain water for your cat.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of water
  • 2 chicken livers
  • 1 cup of plain low-fat yogurt
  • 1 cup of solid-pack pumpkin puree

Instructions:

  • Bring the water and the chicken livers to boil in a small saucepan. Decrease the heat and simmer for 8 minutes.
  • Drain the livers, reserving the stock for pouring over food or making dog cookies. Allow the livers to cool, then chop finely.
  • Combine the livers, yogurt, and pumpkin in a medium bowl and stir until smooth.
  • Spoon the mixture into an ice cube tray and freeze for 4 to 6 hours.

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3. Tuna or Salmon Cat Ice Cream Recipe

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Transform your feline's'most prized meal - Tuna (or salmon) into a frozen dessert they will be craving day after day! Just as the recipe shows, you can pop them into a cute and fun mold for an adorable shape your cat will love!

Ingredients:

  • Can of water-packed tuna (alternately, you can use canned salmon)
  • Approximately ½ c water

Instructions:

  • Start by mashing up the tuna in your bowl or stuffing it into your food mixer. Don’t drain the tuna water as it helps with the freezing.
  • Add about half a cup of water to the mix.
  • Mix up that tuna
  • Fill your Ziploc bag with the mix and cut a small hole in one end.
  • Fill your trays and place them in the freezer for a couple of hours.
  • When the treats are nice and frozen, you can pop them out and let cats have a taste!
  • You can store these in a plastic bag in your freezer for up to six months.

4. Goats Milk & Wet Food Ice Cream for Cats Recipe

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Catsicle anyone? Made with goat's milk and a familiar taste of their favorite wet cat food. This cat ice cream recipe is only recommended to try after you have completed a tolerance test with your cat. You do this by giving your cat no more than a teaspoon of goat milk, and if there is no reaction (like vomit, diarrhea, or bloating) you can work on increasing the amount of goat milk offered gradually. In this way, you can make sure it agrees with your cat’s belly. Goat’s milk has a slightly less amount of lactose than cow’s milk so cats tend to tolerate it better, however, this is not the case for every cat. Once you are sure your cat’s system tolerates goat milk you can give this recipe a try. It’s a fun and creamy treat for your feline – purrfect for hot summer days!

Ingredients:

  • 1 can of wet cat food
  • The same amount of goat milk
  • Small cat treats

Instructions:

  • Dump the full can of wet food into a bowl.
  • Fill the empty can with goat milk, and mix that with the cat food until well-blended.
  • Spray the ice cube tray with cooking spray for easy removal.
  • Spoon or pour the mixture into the ice cube tray.
  • Add a cat treat
  • Put in the freezer until fully frozen, about 2-3 hours.
  • Remove from the ice cube tray and let your cat enjoy his treat! For best freshness, remove immediately from the ice cube tray and place in a sealed freezer container or a Ziploc freezer bag.

5. Ice Cube Surprises - Iced Cat Treat Recipe

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Now this recipe, or guide, is a little unconventional and less cream, more ice! Use tuna-infused water to freeze your felines favorite treats within for a clever and enticing way to increase their water intake!

Ingredients:

  • Tuna-infused water
  • Cat treats

Instructions:

  • Place your cat's treats in an ice cube tray
  • Fill the rest of the ice cube tray with tuna-infused water
  • Freeze and serve to your kitty in their favorite bowl
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Summing Up

Beat the summer heat with these unique spins on cat treats. We hope you enjoyed learning how to make cat ice cream. As we noted, these are also a great alternative for hydrating your kitties in a pinch!

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