Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (2024)

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Looking for a tasty treat to make for your special pup? Try my Peanut Butter Pupcakes recipe!

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We are definitely Dog People in my house. From experience, I can tell you that rescue dogs make the best dogs, and this guy definitely won us all over. We have loved and lost, and this guy helped us learn how to love again.

Two years ago, our family was blessed by #BlissDog: this adorable 65-pound guy, who was just two years old and about to turn three.

On his first birthday with our family, when he turned three, our kids wanted to throw him a dog birthday party. We made him special homemade dog treats and celebrated with friends and family.

Peanut Butter Pupcakes

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This past week, he turned the big FIVE. While we didn't throw a party with friends over (my kids did ask), we baked him some Peanut Butter Pupcakes to commemorate the occasion (recipe below). Boy, was he excited!

Tips for Finding the Right Family Dog

Have you thought about getting a family dog, but are hesitant? My advice is to first do some online research about dog breeds and what type of dog might be right for you and your family.

Then, visit different rescue places. In Oregon, we love the Oregon Humane Society, where we found two previous awesome dogs. We also love Family Dogs New Life Shelter, where we found our current pup!

Be sure to bring all family members with you, and give yourself plenty of time to visit with the dogs. Go a few different times. You will know when you've found The One.

Furry Family Bonds

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Our pup is the sweetest, smartest, cuddliest companion, and our son's best friend. The bond between these two is amazing, and we feel very lucky to have him in our kids' lives. Dogs teach kids so much -- about responsibility, kindness, caring, unconditional love. It also helps that he's a pretty fierce guard dog, too, so we all feel nicely protected with him around.

If you have a special dog in your life, or you want to makesome special homemade dog treats for a friend's dog, try this recipe for Peanut Butter Pupcakes. It is SO easy to make and easy to adapt if your dog has allergies to any of the ingredients.

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Peanut Butter Pupcakes

5 from 40 votes

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 20 minutes mins

Total Time: 30 minutes mins

Recipe by Marlynn Schotland

These pupcakes are a wonderful, tasty way to celebrate your dog's birthday - or to serve any day!

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Ingredients

  • - 1 large egg
  • - ¼ cup + 2 Tablespoons peanut butter
  • - ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • - ⅓ cup honey
  • - 1 cup shredded carrots
  • - 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • - 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • - ⅓ cup quick cooking oats
  • OPTIONAL: peanut butter for frosting dog biscuits or treats

Instructions

Notes

OPTIONAL: Frost tops with peanut butter, and top each pupcake with a dog biscuit.

Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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  1. Bobbi parlett says

    How should these be stored (in refrig?) and for how long can they be stored? Could they be frozen for a frozen treat? Thanks.

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    • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

      Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (8)
      Hi Bobbi! These are best served the day they are made. You can store these in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and if unfrosted, you can freeze the pupcakes for up to one month. Just be sure to thaw them fully if you freeze them.

      I would not serve them as frozen treats because of the size of the pupcakes. However, you could cut them into really small pieces, flash freeze, then store in the freezer to serve as frozen treats. I've never done that, so if you try it, please let us know how it goes!

  2. Pamela says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (9)
    These are fabulous. I have made a lot of pupcakes over the past 10 years and these literally take the cake! We didn't have carrots but used sweet potatoes instead. Ridiculously simple to make, and the pups absolutely loved them! Thank you so much!!!

    Reply

  3. Julia says

    I am going to make these for my puppy’s first birthday and he has never had human food before besides dog ice cream and peanut butter so we will see if he likes it.

    Reply

  4. Mandy says

    I made this without honey and added a little water to mix, they turned out fabulous!

    Reply

  5. Diana says

    Help!!! Today is my mastiffs sixth birthday. Is the batter on the pup cakes suppose to be really thick???

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    • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

      Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (11)
      Hi Diana! Happy birthday to your mastiff! I just added a photo in the recipe card so you can see what the batter looks like when I bake them for our pups. :) It is thick and not soupy like cake batter, but it shouldn't be TOO thick that you can't spoon it easily into the muffin cups. You can always add a *little* more peanut butter or some oil to the batter if you are worried about it, but the pupcakes are supposed to be harder than human cupcakes when baked. Good luck and please let me know how it goes! :)

    • Mandy says

      I added a bit of water and they were great

  6. CATHY RINALDI says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (12)
    after i go buy some yogurt I'm going to make the frozen treats. If the dogs don't like them i can eat them. I have 8 dogs, all are rescues.It's so hard to say no when a dog looks at you with eyes that show you his heart and then you find out that his days are numbered. I love them all. SPAY/NEUTER your dogs

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  7. BCP Veterinary Pharmacy says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (13)
    it's a great recipe. thanks for sharing a lot ;) it's not so easy to find recipes for pets

    Reply

  8. jordan says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (14)
    Great recipe!

    Reply

  9. Kathy says

    My furbaby turns 6 today and I would love to make these but I don't have any honey. Any ideas for a substitution? Thanks for a great recipe, can't wait to try it.

    Reply

    • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

      Hi Kathy! Happy birthday to your furbaby! You could try to substitute agave nectar, maple syrup, or even light corn syrup for honey. It definitely will not have the same effect, but those are the closest substitutes. If you do sub, let me know what you used and how it goes. Thanks!

  10. Jaz says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (15)
    My dog loved these.
    I followed the recipe exactly except i did used pumpkin and chunky peanut butter.
    I even ate a few myself and it tastes like a non-sweet/light-sweet granola bar or energy bar.

    Reply

  11. Amy says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (16)
    I have regular oats.. like a granola type. No added flavors. But it doesn’t say “baking” oats.
    Is this okay?...
    We are excited to make our birthday boy his special treat today!!!

    Thank you

    Reply

    • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

      Hi Amy - that should work. Let me know how it goes!

  12. Emily says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (17)
    My 3 dogs love it!

    Reply

  13. Nicki hyslop says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (18)
    Just made this for my dogs 1st birthday and she loved it so much!!

    Reply

  14. Laura Allen says

    Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (19)
    I REALLY loved this recipe. This was my first time using the recipe. It was my puppy's first birthday and I wanted to do something special for it. I think this was the perfect present for him. But, for the frosting, I added coconut oil to it and it seemed like a good idea. My dog loved it!

    Reply

    • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

      So glad to hear your pup loved it! Thanks Laura!

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Peanut Butter Pupcakes: A Cupcake Recipe For Your Dog! (2024)

FAQs

What are pupcakes made of? ›

Made with banana and peanut butter which dogs go mad over, the crumb is moist and tender, stays fresh for a week. Frosted generously with doggie friendly icing made with potato - much better for dogs than using loads of cream cheese, peanut butter or other typical frosting options.

What cupcakes are good for dogs? ›

They can if there are no artificial sweetners, chocolate, raisins, or other dog toxic ingredients, although most cupcakes have a bit too much sugar. An occasional treat could be ok. Mine get dog friendly carrot or pumpkin cupcakes as special treats baked in the mini cupcake size, no icing needed.

What can I put peanut butter in for my dog? ›

Homemade dog treat recipes with peanut butter:
  • Peanut Butter Banana Bites:Mix peanut butter, mashed ripe bananas, and whole wheat flour. Roll the dough into small balls and bake until golden brown.
  • Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Pupcakes:Combine peanut butter, pumpkin puree, eggs, and oat flour.
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How to decorate pupcakes? ›

To decorate the pupcakes, use healthy ingredients your dog will love such as peanut butter! Or get creative and beat bananas and some oat flour to a frosting consistency and decorate with a dog treat or a blueberry on top of each!

What frosting is safe for dogs? ›

There are actually many frosting recipes that are safe for dogs. We chose a simple one with plain Greek yogurt as the main ingredient because it contains healthy probiotics, plus tapioca starch, which helps the icing harden. You'll get about one cup of frosting — and it only takes five minutes to prep!

Can dogs have regular flour? ›

Dogs don't need to consume flour, and it can be the source of allergies for many pets. But flour is included in many dog foods and treats to help bind ingredients. You'll want to lean more on whole-grain flours—flours in which the whole grain is used and all the natural nutrients from the grain remain in the flour.

How long do homemade dog cupcakes last? ›

Stored in an airtight container, these dog cupcakes will keep for three to five days. Once they're frosted, these cupcakes should be stored in the refrigerator. If you'd prefer to make pupcakes that can be left out at room temperature, leave the yogurt out of the frosting and top these treats with peanut butter only.

Can dogs have bananas? ›

Yes, dogs can eat bananas. In moderation, bananas are a great low-calorie treat for dogs. They're high in potassium, vitamins, biotin, fiber, and copper. They are low in cholesterol and sodium, but because of their high sugar content, bananas should be given as a treat, not part of your dog's main diet.

What kind of flour is used for dog treats? ›

Whole wheat flour: is packed with fiber, and protein, and is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, including vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin E, copper, iron, manganese, and selenium. You could alternatively substitute this with oat flour or another dog-safe flour.

Should I mix peanut butter with dog food? ›

If they don't have any signs of a peanut allergy or upset stomach, you can continue feeding it to them. Make it a small snack. Go ahead, let your pup lick the spoon! Mix peanut butter in with your dog's regular food or use it as a food topper.

How to make easy peanut butter dog treats? ›

Combine flour, peanut butter, and applesauce in a large bowl. Add stock and stir until well-combined. Once combined, use your hands to press the dough into a ball. Place dough on a flat surface and roll out to 1/4-inch thickness with a rolling pin.

How to make a puppy out of cupcakes? ›

Puppy Dog: Step 1

Frost surface of cupcake, using quick piping motions to get small, spiked shapes of frosting "fur." Add an additional dollop of frosting just below the center of the cupcake. Cut the black gumball in half and place it atop the dollop of buttercream to serve as the nose.

Can pupcakes be frozen? ›

“If you're going to take your pupcakes to go, make sure you keep them in the freezer.” First, you're pupcakes will last longer. You won't have to worry about them getting stale or losing their flavor. Secondly, it's the best place to hide them from your humans.

What are puppy treats made of? ›

Dog biscuits come in all shapes, sizes, and quality levels. When you take a closer look at their labels, you'll notice most are made from corn, wheat, and other fillers. Those famous bone-shaped biscuits--their top ingredients are wheat flour, wheat bran, bone meal, and poultry by-product meal.

Are pup cups made for dogs? ›

In simple terms, a puppuccino is an espresso-sized cup of whipped cream that is specifically designed for dogs. The term puppuccino is a play on the word cappuccino, which is a popular Italian coffee drink. Instead of coffee, however, a puppuccino is made entirely of whipped cream and is served in a small cup or bowl.

Is puppy cake safe? ›

Can people eat it? We frequently test our product for quality by eating it ourselves and we usually look forward to those days, but we are not rated by the Health Department for human consumption so we DO NOT recommend eating it.

What is usually in a pup cup? ›

Pup cups are a coffee shop's way to serve their customers' dogs a little treat. Most coffee shops use a small paper cup, usually 4 ounces, filled with whipped cream. Some coffee shops will make dog treats with peanut butter or bacon and package them like their bakery items.

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