The short answer: To make peanut butter and sweet potato dog treats, mix 1 cup of cooked, mashed sweet potato with 2 tablespoons of xylitol-free peanut butter and 1 egg, stir in about 2 cups of flour until you have a stiff dough, roll it to 1/4 inch, cut out shapes, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes until firm. Cool completely before serving. That's the whole recipe — the rest of this post covers why these two ingredients work, how to store the treats, and how homemade treats fit alongside a natural chew routine.
I'm Preston Smith, co-founder of Bully Sticks Central. We spend our days sourcing single-ingredient chews, but plenty of dog owners also like to bake at home, and this is one of the simplest, cleanest recipes going. Two whole foods, one egg, one binder. No mystery ingredients.
Why peanut butter and sweet potato?
Sweet potato is a genuinely good treat base. It's a source of dietary fiber plus vitamins A and C, which support digestion and immune health, and dogs tend to love the natural sweetness. According to the American Kennel Club, cooked sweet potato is safe and nutritious for most dogs in moderation.
Peanut butter adds protein and healthy fats that most dogs find irresistible — but there's one non-negotiable rule. Your peanut butter must be free of xylitol, a sugar substitute that is extremely toxic to dogs even in tiny amounts. The VCA Animal Hospitals warns that xylitol can cause a rapid, dangerous drop in blood sugar. Always read the label and choose a plain, unsweetened, natural peanut butter.
The recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
- 2 tablespoons natural, xylitol-free peanut butter
- 1 egg
- 2 cups flour (whole wheat, or oat/coconut flour for a grain-free option)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, peanut butter, and egg until smooth.
- Add flour gradually until the dough is thick and no longer sticky. Wetter sweet potato may need a little extra flour.
- Roll out to about 1/4 inch on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut shapes with cookie cutters — bones, hearts, and paw prints all work.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until firm and lightly crisp.
- Cool completely on a rack before serving or storing in an airtight container.
How long do homemade dog treats last?
Because these have no preservatives, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. If you spot any moisture or mold, toss them — homemade means fresh, not shelf-stable.
How many should I give my dog?
Treats of any kind should stay under about 10% of your dog's daily calories, per the ASPCA's general nutrition guidance. Homemade biscuits are still extras, so keep portions small and adjust for your dog's size.
Baked treats vs. natural chews
Homemade biscuits are a fun way to spoil your dog, but they don't do much for the chewing instinct or dental health — they're gone in a couple of bites. That's where a long-lasting natural chew earns its place. At Bully Sticks Central our chews are 100% natural, single-ingredient, made from 100% real meat, fully digestible, and contain no rawhide. Everything is ethically sourced from grass-fed American and Argentinean farms and 100% high-quality guaranteed.
If you're weighing your options, these guides are a good place to start: our rundown of single-ingredient dog chews, a deep dive on why bully sticks are a safe, digestible chew, and if peanut butter is your dog's love language, our take on peanut butter dog treats. For gentler chewers, beef trachea chews are another safe, natural pick.
The takeaway
Peanut butter and sweet potato treats are about as clean and simple as homemade dog snacks get: two whole foods, an egg, and a binder, baked until firm. Use xylitol-free peanut butter, keep portions modest, and pair them with a proper natural chew for the days your dog wants something that lasts.
This post was last updated at July 16, 2026 00:06
