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Dog-Friendly Cupcakes: Peanut Butter & Pumpkin Recipe for Your Pup


  • Author: mydogrecipe
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 68 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Dog-friendly cupcakes made with peanut butter and pumpkin. A healthy and delicious treat your pup will love.


Ingredients

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  • 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)
  • For Frosting: 1/2 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • Optional Decoration: Small dog biscuits, carob chips, or blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, peanut butter, eggs, and applesauce until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the flour (and baking soda if using) to the wet mixture, stirring until well combined.
  4. Divide the batter evenly among the liners, filling them about 3/4 full.
  5. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Mix Greek yogurt and peanut butter to make the frosting.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes and decorate with carob chips, blueberries, or small dog biscuits.

Notes

  • Ensure peanut butter is xylitol-free.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze cupcakes for up to 2 months and thaw before serving.
  • Use oat flour if your dog is sensitive to wheat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dog Treats
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Pet-Friendly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 85
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 3.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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