Sweet Potato Dog Biscuits
If you’re looking for an easy recipe for sweet potato dog biscuits, these homemade dog treats are made with wholesome ingredients your pup will love.
Sweet potato adds natural sweetness and fiber, while peanut butter makes every bite extra irresistible.
They’re simple to mix together, bake until crisp, and store for treats throughout the week.
Whether you’re celebrating your dog’s birthday, rewarding good behavior, or just want a healthier homemade alternative to store-bought treats, this recipe is an easy one to keep on hand.
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What are the benefits of sweet potato dog treats?
Sweet potatoes are commonly used in dog foods because they’re packed with nutrients and are easy for many dogs to digest when cooked properly.
Some benefits include:
- A good source of dietary fiber to support healthy digestion.
- Rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A.
- Contains antioxidants that help support overall health.
- Provides vitamins and minerals like potassium and vitamin C.
- Naturally sweet without added sugar.
Remember that homemade treats should still be fed in moderation and should complement a complete, balanced diet.
What are the ingredients in sweet potato dog treats?
Each ingredient has a purpose:
- Sweet potato adds fiber, vitamins, and moisture.
- Peanut butter (be sure it’s xylitol-free) gives the treats a flavor most dogs love.
- Flour helps create a dough that’s easy to roll and cut.
- Egg helps bind everything together for sturdy homemade biscuits.
Choose plain, cooked sweet potatoes without butter, sugar, or seasonings since dogs should only eat them plain.
How to make sweet potato dog treats?
- Preheat your oven and prepare a baking sheet.
- Mash the cooked sweet potato until smooth.
- Stir together the sweet potato, peanut butter, egg, and flour until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough to about ¼-inch thick.
- Cut into your favorite dog bone or paw-shaped cookie cutters.
- Bake until the biscuits are firm and lightly golden.
- Let them cool completely before serving your pup.
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Yes, as long as it’s plain sweet potato with no added sugar, syrup, marshmallows, spices, or other ingredients.
Absolutely! Once cooled, store them in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months. Simply thaw at room temperature before serving.
Cooked, plain sweet potatoes are safe for most dogs in moderation, but treats should only make up a small portion of your dog’s daily diet.
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Sweet Potato Peanut Butter Dog Treats Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups AP Flour
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup baked sweet potato
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, eggs, sweet potato, peanut butter and salt.
- Add water as needed to get the dough to knead.
- But not too wet, as you want your dough to be dry and stiff.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch-thick and cut out the peanut butter and sweet potato dog treats with your cookie cutter.
- Bake your Peanut Butter Sweet Potato Dog Treats for about 40 minutes at 350 until they are hard!
So, do you use peanut butter or not?
Yup! It’s in the recipe!
How do you store them and how long are they good for
I stored them in an airtight container that I use for dog treats. I honestly don’t know because they were gone in about a week and half.
Hi could these be dehydrated for longer shelf life and a hard crunchy treat? If so how long do you think it will take in the dehydrator? Thank you
Oh I really haven’t a clue, I’m sorry!
switched out peanut butter for apple sauce, Dog and cat loved them
great idea!
@Sharon, will have to give that a try !!
@Sharon, great I will do that next time
My dog is sensitive to poultry… is there anything I can substitute for the eggs?
You can replace each egg with 1/4 cup applesauce or yoguurt.
Thank you so much!
You’re welcome! My previous dog had that allergy, so I understand. Hope your pup enjoys!
My doggies loved these! Easy to make. My first batch I added to much water, so I ended up making more than I planned because I had to add more ingredients to compensate for too much water. I keep the treats in a air tight container.
How do you bake the sweet potato?
Super easy….I wash, dry them. Then drizzle some olive oil over them and wrap in foil. Then bake until done, about 45 min. But you can cook the sweet potatoes anyway you’d like: bake, steam. Honestly, I don’t make sweet potatoes just for this recipe. I usually have some left over from dinner or whatnot and use those.
I love how it’s super simple!
Love hearing that! I try my best to make recipes like that.
I’m going to give this a try …, is it a certain type of flour used ? Self rising, plain etc Thanks in advance 🐶🥰
Just regular all-purpose is what I use.
How many do you feed your dog in a day? I only have Xmas cookie cutters so I made stars that are maybe 1 1/2” or so and my dog is about 60 pounds and he absolutely loves these treats, like he’s never behaved so well. Lol. I want to keep rewarding him but don’t want to give him too much.
LOL this is too funny!!! My dog gets maybe 2-3 treats a day? Honestly, I would ask your vet if you have any concerns, b/c I really do not know!
Cinnamon is 1 of the worst things that you can give to a dog
Thanks for your comment Deborha. Actually, it’s more so if a dog eats a cinnamon stick or eats large quantities, ie: gets into the spice container. But, as stated in this the recipe for these peanut butter sweet potato dog treats, you can speak to your vet about any ingredients you have a question about.
@momma lew, Your basic recipe does not call for cinnamon. So, I’m confused by the cinnamon warning, especially since she is incorrect. According to the ASPCA. Cinnamon is non-toxic to dogs. Actually,in small amounts (one teaspoon or less per serving), can have health benefits.
Bless you, Momma Lew. You have a lot of patience when it comes to answering some of these questions. Your recipe could not be any easier. I have 5 dogs. A redbone hound, a part pit, and THREE very picky German Shepherds. I make this every week because they love them. They’re so good, my husband ate one and liked them too!! Lol!
Thanks so much for your kind words! I am so happy your furbabies love their special treats!
BoW WoW 🦴 Super easy peasy!
Made these tonight (per recipe) and also made a batch switching out PB for our homemade applesauce. Our munchkin LOVED them!
Thank you for posting & your inspiration!
Sia, Kurt & our munchkin Zazzi (woof woof)
I am so glad Munchkin loved them!!! I am going to have to try your swap with the applesauce, thank you for sharing!
Hi, just made them for our Black Cur/Border Collie mix. We have been giving him canned pumpkin daily for his anal gland issues (they have to be expressed often) and since we only give him 1/8th cup daily, it takes us a while to use a full can, so I’m always looking for pumpkin recipes. I didn’t roll these out and use a cutter, I just rolled into a log, sliced in 1/2″ slices, and cut each slice into 6 pieces for smaller treats. I only cooked them for 30 minutes as they were smaller. He seems to like them!
This is such a smart idea/way to make this dog treats recipe! Never thought to do this! Thank you for sharing and I hope your pup enjoys!
@momma lew, I guess I was having a major brain cramp! This recipe was for sweet potato and I was thinking pumpkin! Oh well, they worked really well with pumpkin too Lol! Thanks for the recipe!
It’s ok! I am going to try pumpkin myself next time!
@Lois Demers, I used half pumpkin and half sweet potato. It worked well. I also added diced apples that were gonna have to be tossed. This recipe is a great base recipe. Im sure you could tweak it according to your dogs needs.
I’ve been making these for years but with sunbutter because it’s easier to digest and coconut flour. I also add either marrijuana infused coconut oil or cbd. They dogs LOVE them!
thank you for letting us know about these substitutions!
I am a volunteer trainer for a company that trains dogs to be medical alert dogs. When I saw this recipe I sent it to the head trainer and asked her if it was okay and she not only told me yes but I asked me to make two dozen for class this week. I hope they’re good.
I hope all of the pups enjoy them!
another moistener, beside water or stock, could be applesauce (and a flavor enhancer)!
@ruby, I used applesauce and my dog loooooves them!!!
With my understanding on these directions the sweet potatoes have to be baked before you use them in the oven to bake into dog biscuits
Yes, that is correct! Often times, I use leftover sweet potato when making these dog treats.
@momma lew, I can use boiled/peeled sweet potatoes, apple sauce, and A/P Flour..that’s all?
If you scroll to the bottom of the post, there is a printable recipe card for you with the full ingredients & instructions.
My first catch at baking as I wrote this. I substituted pumpkin for the sweet potato.
Also, it would be great if you had a “skip to recipe” tab.
Thank you for the suggestion, I will look into it!I hope your pup enjoys the dog treats!
Oops, that was supposed to say, my first BATCH IS baking…
I make mashed sweet potatoes for dinners and usually have about 1/2 cup leftover that sometimes don’t get eaten. Going to try this for our pooch because he LOVES sweet potatoes AND peanut butter. Also trying with whole wheat, home milled flour since I usually have some leftover when I make bread. Thanks again for posting this recipe…can’t go wrong with peanut butter!
Made these tonight for my pup. He’s sensitive to a lot of foods in his old age including pumpkin so it was great to finally find a recipe that didn’t include it.
I added some applesauce in place of the water, used a small sweet potato, and I use peanut butter powder. Dog went crazy for them! I added this to my recipe box 😁. Thanks for a wonderfully simple and delicious dog treat!
OK how many can the eat a day? Made mine about the size of a 50 cent piece
I really don’t know to be honest, maybe ask the vet? I usually give my dog who is 60lbs 2.
Great recipe, my dog loves, loves, loves these treats. Only thing I did different, I ground oatmeal into flour and used 1/3 oat flour and AP flour, (I ran out of AP). Now all my friends are asking me to make them for their dogs. Thank you for sharing your recipe with us.
Made these for my dog and just the sound of me near the container I keep them in and she comes running. I make mine using whole wheat flour. I make a batch every week🥰
Hi can I use whole wheat flour instead of normal flour?
I have never tried, but I am sure it will be fine!
Momma Lew,
Sam says-“WOOF” as I’m sure you know that means thanks for sharing your delicious recipe for the treats Chris has made for me twice now. They are yummy!
1st time made in a log that was sliced and baked, thanks to the follower who made that suggestion. 2nd time used the inside piece only from a donut cutter. Wound up with 78 mini treats. Both ways were equally easy. Sam, a 95 lb. GSD, got so excited for them 1st time had to make again. Thanks again for your ridiculously easy and making my puppy happy treats! You Rock!
Chris
YAY! You’re welcome Sam!
Can you use whole wheat flour?
Sure!
Made these treats for my girl,she loves them…I doubled the recipe, added shredded carrots to the mix,my Pitt was happy
I am so glad your girl loved them!!!
I haven’t tried this recipe yet. Would it be okay to bake them not too hard? My grandpup doesn’t like the hard treats. He’s getting a little older and the softer ones work better for him to chew. Thank you.
Hi, yes! It’s a 40 min bake time, but I would start checking them maybe around 20 minutes to start monitoring their hardness.