Lily’s Simple Beefy Bites

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Lily’s Simple Beefy Bites (Homemade Dog Treats)

When our sweet Lily needed something gentle and nourishing during her recovery, Lily’s Simple Beefy Bites 🐶💛 were born — soft enough for a tender tummy, rich enough to make her tail wag. 🐾✨ Crafted in my kitchen with lean ground beef, sweet potato, oat flour, and a sprinkle of turmeric, these homemade dog treats check all the boxes: easy to make, freezer-friendly, and free of fillers but full of tail-wagging goodness. 🍠🥩✨

No fancy tools, no mystery ingredients — just wholesome bites of love you can freeze and pull out whenever your pup needs a special snack. Lily perks up at the mere sound of the treat jar now, and honestly, that little wiggle of joy makes every batch worth it.

If you’re searching for an easy homemade dog treat recipe, Lily’s Simple Beefy Bites are a must-try — perfect for older dogs, picky eaters, or pups needing soft, protein-rich bites. 👑🐾

Treat your best friend to something made with care, because they deserve it. 💕

📌 Pin it, bake it, and share the tail wags — and don’t forget to check my Amazon shop for the baking sheet, storage jars, and other goodies we love. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases (tiny commission, no extra cost!). 🛒✨

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Lily the Maltese cocking her head on her ottoman, looking curious and waiting for her homemade Simple Beefy Bites dog treats

Want the Full Backstory?

Queen Lily didn’t just inspire these soft beefy bites — she demanded them (with the sweetest puppy eyes, of course). 🐾✨

👉 Read the blog post that started it all »

Get the full behind-the-scenes scoop on how Lily’s recovery, her ottoman throne, and our kitchen experiments turned into her favorite homemade treats. 💛

Lily the Maltese cocking her head while resting on her ottoman, waiting for her homemade Simple Beefy Bites dog treats

Looking for more comforting, flavor-packed meals and treats your fur baby (and you!) will love? 🐶✨

👉 Check out our other recipes here!

From homemade snacks to wholesome family dinners, every bite is made with care, tested in our kitchen, and approved by Queen Lily herself. 💛🥰

🐾✨ Lil Bill approved! These beefy bites keep her tail wiggling and her tummy happy — even on her slow, gentle days. 💛

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Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef (lean)
½ cup cooked sweet potato, mashed
1 egg
1/4 cup oat flour (or finely ground oats)
Pinch Optional: pinch of turmeric for anti-inflammatory goodness

Nutritional Information

Based on ~30 bite-sized treats per batch.
25 calories
2.5g protein
15g fat
1g carbs

Directions

1.

Preheat & Prep Lily’s Throne

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper — so your beefy bites have a comfy place to crisp up.
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2.

Mix Up the Magic

In a bowl, combine ground beef, mashed sweet potato, egg, and oat flour until it’s all happily blended. 🐾✨
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3.

Scoop Little Love Bites

Scoop small, bite-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet — think snack-sized for the queen herself. 👑
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4.

Bake ’Til Golden & Delicious

Pop them in the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly golden. Your kitchen will smell amazing!
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5.

Cool & Treat the Royal Taste Tester

Let the bites cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days (or freeze for later). Serve with extra tail wags! 💛
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Notes

These simple beefy bites have been Lily’s go-to comfort treat — soft, gentle, and full of love. 🐾✨ 👉 Want to switch things up? Try swapping the mashed sweet potato for pumpkin puree or plain cooked carrot! Just keep it simple and pup-friendly. Remember: always check with your vet if you’re unsure about new ingredients. And give your royal taste tester an extra ear scratch from us. 💕 Happy baking, happy tails! 👑🐶

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