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Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Balls for Dogs

Soft baked dog treats made with pumpkin, sweet potato, and oats.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 treats
Course: Dog Treats
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup plain pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup mashed cooked sweet potato
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup oat flour
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, mashed sweet potato, applesauce, and beaten egg, and whisk until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, stir together the whole wheat flour, oat flour, rolled oats, and cinnamon until evenly mixed.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir with a sturdy spoon or spatula until a soft dough forms that holds together when pressed.
  5. If the dough is too sticky, add a small amount of whole wheat flour; if too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until it comes together.
  6. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough for each treat and roll between your palms into 1-inch balls.
  7. Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart, and gently flatten if you prefer a softer, disc-shaped treat.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the treats feel set and the edges are dry to the touch.
  9. Remove the pan from the oven and let the treats cool completely on the baking sheet.
  10. Store the cooled treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

- Use plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains sugar and spices that are not safe for dogs.
- Allow treats to cool fully before serving to your dog to avoid burns and excess moisture in storage.