Description
Sweet Potato and Apple Balls for Dogs are the perfect homemade treats to keep your furry friend happy and healthy. Made with wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes, apples, and oats, these treats are not only delicious but also packed with vitamins and fiber. They’re easy to digest, making them suitable for dogs with sensitive stomachs. Plus, they’re simple to make and sure to be a hit with your pup. Try this easy recipe today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 medium apple, cored and diced (ensure no seeds remain)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel and dice the sweet potato and apple into small chunks, ensuring all apple seeds are removed.
- Boil the sweet potato pieces in a small pot of water until soft, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the cooked sweet potato, apple chunks, rolled oats, and cinnamon. Blend until the mixture forms a sticky dough. Add water gradually if the dough is too thick.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture and roll them into small balls (about the size of a cherry tomato). Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the balls are firm to the touch and golden brown on the outside.
- Let the treats cool completely on a wire rack before serving them to your dog.
Notes
- Store these treats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze them for up to 3 months.
- For a crunchier treat, bake the balls a bit longer until crisp on the outside.
- You can substitute sweet potato with canned pumpkin or add grated carrots for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pet Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg