Description
These Pumpkin & Peanut Butter Muffins for dogs are a healthy and delicious homemade treat, perfect for spoiling your pup during the fall season or any time of the year. With dog-safe ingredients like natural peanut butter and pumpkin puree, they’re not only tasty but packed with nutrients that support digestion and overall health. Whip up a batch today, and treat your furry friend to a snack they’ll love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and eggs until smooth.
- Gradually stir in the whole wheat flour and baking powder until well combined.
- Optionally, mix in the ground flaxseed, honey, and cinnamon for added flavor and nutrition.
- Scoop the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool completely before serving to your dog.
Notes
- Ensure the peanut butter you use does not contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
- Muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- You can substitute whole wheat flour with oat or almond flour for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dog Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Pumpkin & Peanut Butter Muffins for dogs, homemade dog treats, fall dog treats, healthy dog muffins