My dog, Maverick turned two this month, and I wanted to mark the occasion by making him some peanut butter pupcakes-yes, cupcakes for dogs!

As dog moms, we know the excitement of a gotcha day or a happy birthday bash. Homemade treats like these just make the occasion extra fun. My dogs ended up loving these pupcakes so much, that it would be tragic if I did not share the recipe with other pet parents. And maybe, just maybe, I am kind of a crazy dog lady–but it’s all worth it.

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Materials You’ll Need for the Peanut Butter Pupcakes:

Time to organize your baking tools. You’ll want everything in place before getting started. I group my utensils by their function to keep the process smooth. This breaks down into mixing, measuring, and baking essentials, so let’s dive in.

Materials:

• Hand Mixer
• Sturdy Whisk
• Spatula

Mixing Essentials:

• Grab the hand mixer for the frosting – your best friend in achieving a creamy texture.
• Use a sturdy whisk for combining dry ingredients smoothly.
• A spatula is handy for scraping the bowl clean.

Measuring Tools:

• You’ll need measuring cups for accurate ingredient amounts.

Baking Gear:

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Prep your muffin tins.
• Have piping bags ready for a swirl of peanut butter frosting.

Ingredients for the Pupcakes

• Dry Mix:
  • 1/2 cup coconut flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
• Wet Mix:
  • 1/2 cup xylitol-free peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 tsp honey
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp water
• Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 4 oz  cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt

Step-by-Step Instructions: 

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. In a large bowl for the dry mix, combine 1/2 cup of coconut flour and 1/2 tsp of baking soda. Whisk the dry ingredients together and set aside.

Maverick’s Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting:

1. Begin with 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter. Place it in a large bowl.

2. Add in 4 oz of cream cheese to the bowl with the peanut butter.

3. Scoop 1/3 cup of Greek yogurt into the same bowl, creating a delightful trio of ingredients.

4. Prepare a hand mixer for blending and whip these simple ingredients into a smooth frosting.

5. Blend with the hand mixer until the mixture is creamy and well combined.

6. Test the frosting’s readiness with a spatula. It should be thick and luscious, perfect for piping.

7. Fill a piping bag with the frosting, watching as the swirls fill the clear material.

8. Top each pupcake with yummy PB frosting.

9. The frosting is thick and perfect for piping, adding a perfect touch to a birthday treat fit for your best pup.

Peanut Butter Pupcakes

Jennifer Henry

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Cuisine homemade dog treats

Servings 5 cupcakes

Equipment

• Hand Mixer
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Mixing Bowls
• Measuring Cups
• Cupcake tin
• Piping Bag (optional)

Ingredients

  

• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup xylitol-free peanut butter
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 tsp honey
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp water
• Frosting:
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 1/3 cup Greek yogurt

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 350℉
• In a large bowl for the dry mix, combine 1/2 cup of coconut flour and 1/2 tsp of baking soda. Whisk the dry ingredients together and set aside.
• In another bowl for the wet ingredients, add 1/2 cup of xylitol-free peanut butter, 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce, 1/2 tsp of honey, and crack in an egg. Pour in 2 tbsp of water.
• Blend the wet ingredients smoothly using a hand mixer or whisk.
• Combine the wet mix with the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overworking the batter.
• Line muffin tins with cupcake liners and fill them three-quarters full with the pupcake batter.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Ensure the right temperature and timing for a perfect result.
• Let the pupcakes cool before serving. If you plan to add frosting, keep reading.
• PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING:
• Begin with 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter. Place it in a large bowl.
• Add in 4 oz of cream cheese to the bowl with the peanut butter.
• Scoop 1/3 cup of Greek yogurt into the same bowl.
• Blend with the hand mixer until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
• Fill a piping bag with the peanut butter frosting.
• Top each pupcake with the frosting.

How to Keep the Pupcakes Fresh

Storing these pupcakes correctly keeps them fresh. Place them in an airtight container. A tight seal locks in moisture and freshness. Best practices call for cool, dry places for storage. This way, you avoid spoilage from heat and humidity. You made these treats with love; store them right to last longer.

Your fridge can extend shelf life even more. Once in an airtight container, stash the pupcakes on a shelf. There, they can stay fresh for up to a week. Want them for a future occasion? Go ahead and freeze them. Just remember, thaw slowly in the refrigerator before giving them to your dog. This step ensures the pupcake is at a safe and enjoyable temperature when snack time comes.

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So, whether it’s a dog birthday party or a gotcha day, these Peanut Butter Pupcakes make any celebration memorable. My dogs absolutely devoured these within minutes and I hope your dog loves them just as much!