As the crisp autumn air rolls in and leaves begin to crunch under paws, it’s the perfect time to treat your dog to a seasonal snack.
These Frozen Sweet Potato Applesauce Dog Treats bring the cozy flavors of fall into a cool, refreshing form your dog will love. With naturally sweet applesauce and nutrient-rich sweet potato, each bite is packed with vitamins, fiber, and tail-wagging goodness.
Whether you’re rewarding your dog after a romp through fallen leaves or simply want to share the tastes of the season, these frozen treats are a paw-sitively perfect way to celebrate autumn together.
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How to Make Frozen Sweet Potato Applesauce Dog Treats
Treating your dog to homemade snacks is easy when you use simple, wholesome ingredients. Frozen sweet potato applesauce treats are cool, healthy, and tail-wagging good.
With the right supplies and a few easy steps, you can whip up a freezer stash your dog will love.
Ingredients Needed
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup sweet potato puree (homemade sweet potato puree or baby food sweet potato puree)
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
Supplies Needed
- Silicone molds
- A mixing bowl
- A spoon or spatula
- A cookie sheet
For molds, small shapes (like these paw and bone-shaped molds) are cute and just the right size. Larger molds, like these paw shaped molds, also work if you want a larger treat.
If you don’t have molds, ice cube trays, or even mini muffin pans work well.
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Instructions
Place your silicone molds on a cookie sheet.
Add the sweet potato puree, applesauce, and peanut butter to a mixing bowl.
Mix well.
Spoon the mixture into silicone molds or an ice cube tray, pressing it in gently to fill the shapes.
Tap the tray on the counter a couple of times to release air bubbles.
Place the filled tray flat in the freezer.
Freeze for at least 3–4 hours or until firm.
Pop each treat out of the mold once frozen.
Give one to your dog, then place the rest in an airtight container like a freezer bag.
Store in the freezer for up to two months.
Tips
Depending on how thick your sweet potato puree is, the consistency of your treat mixture may be different than what is pictured above. If you use baby food sweet potatoes, your mixture will be runnier than mine.
Placing your silicone mold on a baking sheet makes it easier to transport to the freezer.
Choose your mold size based on your dog’s size. If you have a little dog, use a small mold. For a bigger dog, a larger mold works.
Even though sweet potato dog treats only use natural ingredients, they are still treats and need to be given to your dog in limited quantities. Treats shouldn’t make up more than 10% of your dog’s daily calorie needs.
Always consult your vet before giving your dog a new food, especially if they have other health issues or allergies.
Final Thoughts
These frozen sweet potato treats are proof that fall flavors aren’t just for humans.
With their wholesome ingredients, easy prep, and tail-wagging taste, they’re the perfect way to let your dog join in on the autumn fun.
Whether you make them for a seasonal surprise, a healthy snack, or just because, your dog will appreciate every frosty, flavorful bite.
So grab your mixing bowl, embrace the cozy vibes of the season, and treat your dog to a little taste of fall, straight from your freezer.
More Homemade Dog Treat Recipes
Frozen Sweet Potato Ice Cream for Dogs
No-Bake Peanut Butter Carrot Dog Treats
