These Turkey and Sweet Potato Meatball Dog Treats are like a taste of Thanksgiving for your dogs.
Is this where I insert the fact that I can’t believe the holidays are right around the corner? I love holiday baking and wanted to kick this year off with these Turkey and Sweet Potato Meatball Dog Treats. You’ll only need five healthy ingredients to whip up these meatball dog treats.
*Always consult with your vet before introducing new foods to your dog. Be mindful of food sensitivities and introduce new foods slowly. This recipe is simply just a treat for your dog and not meant to replace a full balanced meal or diet.
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I think you’ll love how easy these Turkey and Sweet Potato Meatball Dog Treats are to make.
You won’t need any special equipment. Just grab your ingredients, a mixing bowl, and a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. I would even say this recipe is kid-safe if you want to make this a family activity.
Does your dog love sweet potato? Check out our other dog treat recipes that also contain sweet potato.
It’s great that these homemade meatball dog treats are easy to make but are they healthy?
Of course! Per usual, our homemade treats are wheat, egg, and dairy-free, which makes them great for dogs with food sensitivities. Of course, you can always swap out Turkey for another protein if your dog is sensitive to turkey. Just double-check the bake time and make sure the treats are cooked thoroughly.
I froze half of my treat mixture so I could quickly whip up another batch in the coming weeks!
- Ground Turkey: This lean protein can help your dog build muscle and give them energy. It is also a source of iron, potassium, zinc, phosphorus, and vitamin B6.
- Sweet Potato: Have the potential to reduce the risk of heart disease in dogs and contains Copper, Calcium, Vitamin C, and Iron. They are also high in dietary fiber, which is excellent for digestion.
- Unsweetened Applesauce: High in fiber, Vitamins A & C, and is a good source of antioxidants.
- Whole Grain Oats: Oats are an excellent wheat alternative for dogs sensitive to wheat. Oats are a healthy carbohydrate and contain Vitamin B, Copper, Magnesium, Calcium, and Iron.
- Parsley: This herb naturally freshens breath and contains folic acid and vitamins A & C.
Turkey and Sweet Potato Meatball Dog Treats
Course: Dog Treats, RecipesDifficulty: Easy30
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minutesIngredients
1 lb. Lean Ground Turkey
1/4 Cup of Unsweetened Applesauce
3/4 Cup of Quick Oats
1/2 Cup of Sweet Potato (Fully cooked and mashed/pureed)
1/4 Cup Fresh Chopped Parsley (or 1 tbsp of dried parsley)
Directions
- Wash and peel your sweet potato. Add your sweet potato to boiling water, boil for 20 minutes – or until soft, remove sweet potato from water, mash with a fork, and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 375 F
- Chop fresh parsley.
- Measure all ingredients into a mixing bowl and use hands to combine the ingredients.
- Scoop teaspoon size amount of turkey mixture and form into meatballs. Add each meatball to a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes and check for doneness. Store in an airtight container for upto 5 days. See additional recipe notes*
Notes
- Larger meatballs may take longer than 15 minutes to bake. You can also use any protein that is appropriate for your dog’s diet – just be mindful of cook time requirements for different proteins.
- *Always consult with your vet before introducing new foods to your dog. Be mindful of food sensitivities and introduce new foods slowly. This recipe is simply just a treat for your dog and not meant to replace a full balanced meal or diet.
- You can sub the unsweetened applesauce for one egg if your dog does not have an egg sensitivity.
- Make sure your applesauce is UNSWEETENED. Artificial sweeteners can be toxic to your dog.
- You can cook your sweet potato with whatever method you think is easiest. I personaly think boiling and mashing them is the easiest way, but you could also microwave them.
- You can use flat leaf or curly parsley. Fresh is best but you can substitute one TBSP of dried parsley if needed.
- This mixture can easily be frozen in an airtight bag, so that you can thaw and bake more treats later!
- Store cooked treats in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
*Always consult with your vet before introducing new foods to your dog. Be mindful of food sensitivities and introduce new foods slowly. This recipe is simply just a treat for your dog and not meant to replace a full balanced meal or diet.
*This blog may contain affiliate links that allow me to make a small commission if you make a purchase by clicking the links – including Amazon. This is at no additional cost to you and any money I may receive is put right back into this blog. Thank you all so much for your support! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
