Sweet Potato Dog Treats: Healthy, Easy 5-Step Recipe for Your Pup

Sweet Potato Dog Treats: Healthy, Easy 5-Step Recipe for Your Pup

A sweet snack for your sweet pup! 🍠
If you love spoiling your dog with something tasty and healthy, these homemade sweet potato dog treats are the perfect choice. Packed with vitamins and fiber, sweet potatoes make a natural, low-fat treat that supports digestion and keeps tails wagging.

Your pup will say “YAMMY!” as they munch away on this wholesome snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium sweet potato (peeled and diced)

  • 1 cup rice flour (or almond flour for a grain-free version)

  • ¾ cup rice flour (or regular flour)

  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal

  • 1 egg, lightly beaten (or 3 tablespoons applesauce as an egg substitute)

💡 Tip: If your dog is sensitive to grains, use all rice flour or almond flour. Applesauce adds moisture and sweetness while keeping the recipe egg-free.

Instructions

Step 1: Prep
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat with nonstick spray.

Step 2: Boil the sweet potato
Place the diced sweet potato in a saucepan with about 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil and cook for 7–9 minutes, until the pieces are soft enough to pierce with a fork. Drain well.

Step 3: Mash and mix
Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Stir in the flaxseed meal and egg (or applesauce) until the dough starts to form.

Step 4: Roll and cut
Lightly flour a surface and roll the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Use cookie cutters to make fun shapes, or simply cut into bite-sized squares.

Step 5: Bake
Place the treats on the baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool completely before serving.

Storage Tips

  • Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

  • Refrigerator: Keeps fresh for about 2 weeks.

  • Freezer: Freeze up to 3 months. Thaw or warm slightly before serving.

  • Serving: Offer as a training reward or small snack — adjust the quantity based on your dog’s size and activity level.

Optional Add-Ins & Variations

  • Extra crunch: Roll thinner and bake 3–5 minutes longer.

  • Flavor boost: Mix in a teaspoon of natural peanut butter (no xylitol!).

  • Grain-free option: Use only rice or almond flour.

  • Soft treats: Bake for a shorter time or use more sweet potato purée.

Recipe Source

Adapted from Sarah Lukemire at Lola the Pitty.
If you try this recipe, share your pup’s reaction with us — we love seeing happy faces and wagging tails!