Tuna Sweet Potato Nuggets for Dogs
Simple, healthy, and delicious tuna and sweet potato nuggets for your canine companion.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: Approximately 20-25 nuggets 1x
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- 1 (5 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, drained tuna, and egg. Mix well.
- Gradually add the whole wheat flour, mixing until a firm dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Use a small cookie cutter or a knife to cut the dough into nugget shapes.
- Place the nuggets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until firm and lightly golden.
- Allow the nuggets to cool completely before serving to your dog.
Notes
- Store leftover nuggets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can freeze these nuggets for longer storage. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Adjust the amount of flour as needed to achieve the right dough consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nugget
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg