This weekend we celebrated Leon’s 5th birthday with a mini cake for the birthday boy. This recipe from Good Food Stories has three simple ingredients: tuna, chicken and sweet potatoes. They’re yummy, healthy and feline tested and approved for a great celebration.

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YOU’LL NEED:

5-ounce can white albacore tuna (in water, no salt added)

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5 oz can finely diced cooked chicken breast (in water, no salt added)

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1/2 cup pure sweet potato puree

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mashed potatoes for frosting

HOW TO MAKE THE PATTIES

‍1. Line a small rimmed baking sheet with waxed paper.

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2. Open the tuna can. Drain the tuna of any water, then scoop the tuna into a medium mixing bowl. Flake the tuna into small bits.

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3. Add the diced chicken to the bowl, then stir in the sweet potato puree, adding just enough to keep the mixture together. You may not need the entire 1/2 cup.

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4. If your sweet potato is a little loose and watery, add rice flour 1 teaspoon at a time to soak up the excess moisture.

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5. I found that the cleanest way to make the the perfect little round patty was to stuff some of the mixture in my 1/2 cup measuring cup and let it slide out.

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6. To frost the cake, I used a filled pastry bag with mashed potatoes fitted with a large piping tip.

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Note: Not all cats like mashed potatoes. Luna liked it more than the cake itself and Leon seemed offended by it. You may want to give them a taste test first.
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HANDY HINTS!

Makes approximately 4 large patties.

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Freeze for 1 hour until solid, then transfer to a ziptop bag or freezer-safe airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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For the best health and safety benefits, always opt for fresh fruits over canned or packaged varieties.

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The above recipe is for treats only and should not replace your cat’s regular meal plans. Always check with your vet about any major changes to your cat’s diet

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