Homemade Dog Treats

Easy 2-ingredients Homemade Dog Treats made from sweet potato baby food and whole wheat flour!

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These homemade Sweet Potato Dog Treats are made with only 2 ingredients! All you need is whole wheat flour and pureed sweet potatoes baby food. Both healthy and dog friendly. They are the perfect treat for your fur baby!

Why we love this dog treat recipe

• Easy to make – The prep time is only a few minutes.
• Simple ingredients – The recipe only requires 2 ingredients
• Easy to change up – You can easily switch out the sweet potatoes for another type of pureed baby food.
• You know what you are feeding your dog – Unlike store-bought dog treats, you know exactly what is going in them!

Ingredients

• Whole Wheat Flour – whole wheat flour is safe for dogs to consume. The only exception is if your dog has a gluten allergy or sensitivity. If so, you should use gluten-free flour.
• Pureed Sweet Potato Baby Food – sweet potato baby food is safe for dogs to consume. It should be consumed sparingly and not as part of their regular diet.

What kitchen tools do I need?

• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Cookie cutters

How to make homemade dog treats

1. MIX INGREDIENTS: Mix together whole wheat flour and pureed sweet potato baby food.
   TIP: If the dough is too thick you can add a little water, but no more than a tablespoon. 
2. ROLL DOUGH FLAT: On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll dough to ¼ inch thickness and cut with a cookie cutter. 
3. BAKE: Place on a greased baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
4. COOL: Let cool completely before serving.

Tips

• It is important to note that these treats should be shared in moderation. They should not replace your dogs’ meals.
• I used heart-shaped cookie cutters, but feel free to use whatever shape you like!
• Let the dog treats completely cool before sharing them with your dog.

What flavors of baby food are safe for dogs to consume

Some flavors of baby food that are safe for dogs to consume are:

• Pumpkin
• Banana 
• Sweet Potato
• Chicken
• Beef
• Turkey

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Sweet Potato Dog Treats

Author — Jennifer

Serves — 48

Easy 2-ingredients Homemade Dog Treats made from sweet potato baby food and whole wheat flour!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 2 Cups Whole Wheat Flour
• ▢ 2 4- ounce jars pureed sweet potato baby food

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350 Degrees Fahrenheit. 
• In a medium bowl, mix together whole wheat flour and pureed sweet potato baby food.
  PRO-TIP: You may need to add a little water, but no more than a tbsp, to form a ball. 
• On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness and cut with a cookie cutter. 
• Place on a greased baking sheet and lay in a single layer on the pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes. 
• Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight bag or container for 5-7 days. For longer storage, keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks

Best to make these in small batches because they might mold quicker than other dog treats

Always consult your veterinarian before giving your dog new foods.

Nutrition Info

Serving: 1g | Calories: 20kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 681IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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