Sweet Potato & Parsley Chews for Dogs
Sweet Potato & Parsley Chews for Dogs are a delightful and nutritious homemade treat that your furry friend will adore. These chews are packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, promoting overall health while naturally freshening their breath. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation process, you can create these enjoyable snacks for training rewards or special occasions. Plus, they are customizable in shape, making treat time even more exciting!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dog Treat
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Homemade
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh curly parsley
- 1/4 cup oat flour (or any dog-safe flour)
- 1 large egg (optional for binding)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash, peel, and chop sweet potatoes into chunks.
- Steam or boil sweet potatoes until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Mash the sweet potatoes in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add chopped parsley and oat flour to the mashed sweet potatoes; mix well.
- If needed, add an egg to bind the mixture if it feels crumbly.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
- Place shaped treats on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until firm but chewy.
- Allow treats to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chew (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg