These 4-ingredient sweet potato dog biscuits are a wonderful healthy treat that I love to make for my two pups, Mabel and Daisy. They’re quick and easy to put together, and this recipe makes a huge batch so always have plenty on hand. Sweet potatoes are loaded with nutrients that protect their vision and can help them maintain a shiny coat. My dogs can’t get enough!

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I’ve been getting more and more into making my own homemade dog treats, and my pups can’t seem to get enough! These sweet potato dog biscuits make a huge batch that costs even less than store-bought treats, and they’re made with healthy ingredients with no preservatives or additives.

What’s in This Sweet Potato Dog Biscuit Recipe?

  • Sweet Potatoes: Mashed cooked sweet potatoes add moisture and texture to these treats, plus they’re loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber! Plain pumpkin puree also works well here.
  • Eggs: Help bind the treats together. I like free-range eggs best.
  • Unsweetened Applesauce: Adds moisture to the treats. It’s super important to look for an applesauce with just one ingredient– apples! We don’t want any sugar or cinnamon here.
  • Whole Wheat Flour: Gives these treats structure. I like whole wheat for the added nutrition, but other types of flours also work.
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Tips for Success

  • Always remove the skin of the sweet potatoes, as these can be difficult for your dog to digest.
  • You can peel the sweet potatoes and cook them in boiling water until tender, or you can roast them and then peel them. Then, you just need to mash them up and mix them with the other ingredients.
  • I used a bone-shaped cookie cutter for these treats, but you can use whatever you have to hand.
  • Let the treats cool fully before giving them to your dog or storing them.
  • These are treats and not meant to replace your dog’s regular meals.

How to Store

Store leftover sweet potato dog biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, in the refrigerator for up to 2 months, or in the freezer for up to 8 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

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5-Star Review

“My puppy absolutely LOVES these homemade treats! This recipe is a keeper!” -Nanette Melfi

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Sweet Potato Dog Biscuit Recipe

4.66 from 117 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Servings: 50 Treats
Author: Becky Hardin
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Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Add the sweet potatoes, eggs, and applesauce to a large mixing bowl and mix well. Stir in the flour. The mixture will be stiff and sometimes it's easier to mix with your hands than to bend a metal spoon.
    1 cup cooked mashed sweet potatoes, 2 eggs, ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce, 2½ cups whole wheat flour
  • Divide the dough in half and roll onto a surface covered with additional flour until about ⅛-inch thick.
  • Use a cookie cutter to cut shapes and place them onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until dry and crispy. Remove from oven. let stand on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before removing to completely cool on a cooling rack.
  • Serve when cooled or store in a sealed container in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Becky’s Tips

  • Note: Dogs can have allergies just like people, so while these ingredients are all safe for dogs in general, make sure you know what your furry friend can and cannot eat. I recommend giving them a small bite to test these treats out before you start using them regularly.
Storage: Store sweet potato dog biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, in the refrigerator for up to 2 months, or in the freezer for up to 8 months.
Serving: 1treatCalories: 26kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 4mgPotassium: 34mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 388IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Deb
Deb
November 10, 2024 12:35 pm

Super easy and puts love them!5 stars