Super Simple Sweet Potato Dog Treats

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Prick sweet potato several times with a fork.

Heat sweet potato in a microwave on high until tender, about 6 minutes.

Cut potato in half and scoop flesh out of the skin into a bowl; discard skin.

Mash potato with a fork or potato masher and transfer about 1 cup to a large bowl.

Save any remaining sweet potato for another use.

Mix whole wheat flour, applesauce, and eggs in the large bowl with the sweet potato until a dough forms.

Turn dough out on a well-floured surface and roll dough to about 1/2-inch thick.

Cut out shapes using a cookie cutter or cut dough into strips with a pizza cutter.

Arrange cookies on an ungreased baking sheet.

Bake until crisp, 35 to 45 minutes.

Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.