• 1 cup mashed sweet potato (cooked and cooled)

• ¼ cup coconut oil, melted

• 1½ cups oat flour (or finely ground oats)

• 1 egg

• 1–2 tablespoons water (as needed)

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potato and melted coconut oil until smooth.

3. Stir in the egg until fully combined.

4. Gradually add oat flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Add water if dough is too dry.

5. Roll dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut into bone shapes.

6. Place treats on baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, until firm and lightly golden.

7. Let cool completely before serving.

Store treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months and thaw as needed.

• Small dogs: 1 treat per day

• Medium dogs: 1–2 treats per day

• Large dogs: 2–3 treats per day
  (Always adjust based on your dog’s size, activity level, and diet.)

The first time I baked these treats, my dog sat by the oven the entire time, nose twitching with every warm, coconut-sweet smell that drifted through the kitchen. When they finally cooled, I handed one over—and the reaction said everything. Tail wagging, happy little crunches, and that look dogs give you when they’re convinced you’re the best human on earth. Now, every time I pull out a sweet potato, my dog magically appears at my feet, hopeful and patient. These treats have become our small ritual—simple, homemade, and full of love. Watching my dog enjoy something I made with my own hands never gets old.