Description
Chicken & Carrot Dog Cupcakes are a healthy, homemade treat for dogs, made with nutritious ingredients like chicken, carrots, and applesauce. Perfect for special occasions or a daily treat, these cupcakes are packed with protein and fiber to keep your dog happy and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or silicone molds.
- In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour and baking powder. Stir well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together applesauce, egg, and water. Add shredded chicken and grated carrots and mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- For the frosting, mix Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce until smooth. Frost the cooled cupcakes and garnish with shredded carrots if desired.
Notes
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- These cupcakes can be frozen for up to three months; thaw before serving.
- For smaller dogs, use a mini muffin tin for bite-sized treats.
- Ensure all ingredients are dog-safe and avoid substitutions like chocolate or xylitol.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Chicken & Carrot Dog Cupcakes, dog-friendly cupcakes, homemade dog treats, healthy dog treats
