Dog-Friendly Cupcakes: Peanut Butter & Pumpkin Recipe for Your Pup
Treat your furry friend to a delightful and nutritious snack with these Dog-Friendly Cupcakes featuring a tasty combination of peanut butter and pumpkin. Perfect for special occasions or just because, these cupcakes are made with wholesome ingredients that keep tails wagging. They’re simple to prepare, allowing you to whip up a batch in no time, making them an ideal treat for birthdays, doggy playdates, or everyday rewards. Plus, you can customize the toppings to add extra flavor and fun!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog Treats
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup unsweetened peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour or oat flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- Small dog biscuits (optional)
- Carob chips (optional)
- Blueberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, peanut butter, eggs, and applesauce until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the flour and baking soda (if using) until well combined.
- Fill each muffin liner about 3/4 full with the batter.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting with a mixture of Greek yogurt and peanut butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg