Description

These Pumpkin Pupcakes are a delightful and nutritious treat specially crafted for dogs, combining the wholesome flavors of pumpkin, molasses, and honey in a soft cupcake form topped with a creamy peanut butter frosting. Perfect for special occasions or rewarding your furry friend with a healthy homemade snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Cupcakes

1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons honey
1 large egg
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup all purpose flour

Frosting

1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon peanut butter

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray 6 cavities of a muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy cupcake removal and prevent sticking.
Make the Batter: In a medium bowl, stir together pumpkin puree, molasses, honey, and the large egg until well combined. Add the baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and all-purpose flour. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and uniform.
Bake Cupcakes: Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of batter into each prepared muffin cup. Bake in the preheated oven for 14 to 16 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Once done, remove from oven and let cupcakes cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Prepare Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cold heavy whipping cream and peanut butter. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the mixture until stiff peaks form, creating a fluffy and creamy frosting.
Frost the Pupcakes: Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, frost them as desired. For a decorative touch similar to the photos, use a pastry bag fitted with a 1M star tip to pipe swirls of frosting on top of each cupcake. Optionally, garnish with mini milk bone treats for an adorable finish.
Storage: Store the frosted pupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze them for up to one month to preserve freshness.

Notes

Ensure you use plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, to avoid added sugars and spices harmful to dogs.
Check that all ingredients, especially molasses and peanut butter, are safe and free from xylitol or other toxic additives for dogs.
Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent frosting from melting.
Freeze leftovers to extend shelf life; thaw at room temperature before serving.
Use mini milk bones or dog-friendly treats as decoration, avoiding human sweets for toppings.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 16 minutes
Category: Dog Treats
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: pumpkin pupcakes, dog cupcakes, homemade dog treats, pumpkin dog treats, peanut butter frosting, healthy dog snacks