The Original Sweet Potato Pretzels Dog Treats Recipe

Serena Faber Nelson Founder & Pet Lifestyle Writer

Pet lifestyle expert Serena Faber-Nelson is the founder of Pretty Fluffy. A contributor to Everyday with Rachael Ray, Modern Dog Magazine, Cesars Way and more; her modern, stylized take on DIY dog treats has seen her recipes viewed millions of times over.

Serena is the author of the go-to dog mom bible, Dog Mama, and the popular dog treat recipe book, Healthy Homemade Dog Treats.

Pretzels? For your pup? Yes please! This sweet potato dog treats recipe is the perfect healthy snack for your furry family member.

Baking homemade dog treats (that includes no-bake dog treats too!) is not only healthier for your dog, you’ll save money over buying treats from the store. Plus, these healthy sweet potato dog treat pretzels are so fun and easy to make! 

Speaking of being healthy, did you know that sweet potatoes are in fact one of the top Superfoods for Dogs? Among the highest vegetables on the nutrition scale, sweet potatoes include Vitamins A, C, Manganese and Iron which are good for a healthy coat and immune system. Sweet potatoes also have a high level of fibre that aids in healthy digestion.

With this easy homemade sweet potato dog treat recipe, you’ll be giving your dog a tasty snack AND a healthy treat all in one.

So, what are we all waiting for? Let’s get pretzel making!

Sweet Potato Pretzel Dog Treats Recipe

INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED:

200g Sweet Potato
1 and ¾ Cups Wholemeal (Whole Wheat) Flour
1 Tablespoon Flaxseed Meal
1 Free Range Egg (Beaten)

HOW TO MAKE SWEET POTATO DOG TREATS:

Preheat oven to 175 Degrees Celsius. Line a flat baking tray with baking paper.

1. Peel and dice sweet potato into cubes and bring to boil in saucepan of water.
2. Drain sweet potato and allow to cool. Puree in food processor.
3. Combine flour and flaxseed in a large bowl.

4. Beat egg and set aside a small amount (approx. 1 Tablespoon) for later.
5. Add sweet potato puree, and remaining beaten egg to dry ingredients. Mix with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a dough.
6. Take a bit sized piece of dough and roll into a 10 inch tube (about the thickness of a pencil).
7. Take each tube and make into a U shape, twist the ends together and fold back to form the Pretzel shape. Ensure the ends of the pretzel are tucked under and secured.

8. Place the pretzels onto the lined baking tray. Using pastry brush, brush the remaining beaten egg lightly on top of the pretzels. Place in the oven.
9. Bake Pretzels for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool and serve.

HANDY HINTS!

* Makes approximately 20 Sweet Potato Pretzel Dog Treats.
* For dogs with allergies to whole wheat flour, try almond or coconut flour.

** The above recipe is for treats only and should not replace your dog’s regular meal plans. Always check with your vet about any major changes to your dog’s diet.

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