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Homemade sweet potato dog treats on a wooden surface

Sweet Potato Dog Treats

A simple recipe for homemade sweet potato dog treats that are nutritious and delicious, perfect for pampering your furry friend.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 treats
Course: Snack, Treat
Cuisine: Dog Food
Calories: 60
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium sweet potato
  • 2.5 cups whole wheat flour Feel free to substitute with other dog-friendly flours.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prick the sweet potato several times with a fork and cook it in the microwave on high until tender, about 6 minutes.
  3. Allow the sweet potato to cool, then cut it in half and scoop the flesh into a bowl, discarding the skin.
  4. Mash the sweet potato using a fork or potato masher.
  5. In a large bowl, mix approximately 1 cup of the mashed sweet potato with whole wheat flour, eggs, and applesauce until a dough forms.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface, rolling it to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  7. Use cookie cutters to shape the dough, or cut it into strips with a pizza cutter for quick treats.
Baking
  1. Arrange the cookies on an ungreased baking sheet and bake until crisp, about 35 to 45 minutes.
  2. Cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them for a few months and thaw before serving. Consider adding spices like cinnamon for extra flavor or using peanut butter for variation.