Description
Delicious dog-friendly treats that support digestion and provide healthy protein and fats
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 24 mini pupcakes
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
For the Frosting:
- 4 oz plain cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon pure pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper or silicone liners, or lightly grease with coconut oil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, peanut butter, eggs, melted coconut oil, and honey until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine oat flour and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow pupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- For the frosting, mix cream cheese, peanut butter, and pumpkin puree until smooth. Pipe or spread onto cooled pupcakes.
- Store frosted pupcakes in the refrigerator.
Notes:
- Always check peanut butter labels to ensure they contain NO xylitol or artificial sweeteners
- For dogs with allergies, substitute ingredients as noted in the variations section
- Reduce portion sizes for small dogs or dogs on weight management plans
Nutritional Information (per pupcake):
- Calories: Approximately 60-70 kcal
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
Storage Tips:
- Refrigerate frosted pupcakes in an airtight container for up to 1 week
- Freeze unfrosted pupcakes for up to 3 months
- Allow frozen pupcakes to thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving
