The view from above reveals a batch of perfect pupcakes, each shaped like a paw print. The golden, oat-speckled cakes are crowned with a thick swirl of white, velvety cream cheese frosting. A smear of light tan peanut butter on each cake forms 'toes', and a small dog biscuit serves as the 'paw pad'. Arranged on a rustic wood board, these treats are a dog-lover's delight!

Paw-fect Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Pupcakes

Name: Paw-fect Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Pupcakes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: canned or homemade pumpkin puree, 1 cup None; coarsely ground oats, 2 cups coarsely ground; xylitol-free peanut butter, 1/2 cup None; eggs, 2 None; honey, 2 tablespoons optional; baking soda, 1 teaspoon None; water, 1/2 cup None; soft cream cheese, 4 ounces soft; small dog biscuits, 12 None; coconut oil, for greasing for greasing the pan

Category Snack

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 25 minutes

Style American

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: August 26, 2023

In honor of National Dog Day, let's whip up some homemade, dog-friendly treats that are as adorable as they are nutritious. These Paw-fect Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Pupcakes are made from wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree, oats, and peanut butter that are not only delicious but also great for your furry friend's coat and digestive health. Topped with a dog-safe cream cheese frosting and decorated with more peanut butter and a dog biscuit, these treats will have tails wagging!

Ingredients (for 12)

Canned or homemade pumpkin puree - 1 cup - None
Coarsely ground oats - 2 cups - coarsely ground
Xylitol-free peanut butter - 1/2 cup - None
Eggs - 2 - None
Honey - 2 tablespoons - optional
Baking soda - 1 teaspoon - None
Water - 1/2 cup - None
Soft cream cheese - 4 ounces - soft
Small dog biscuits - 12 - None
Coconut oil - for greasing - for greasing the pan

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🛢️🎂

Preheat the oven to 350˚F (175˚C). Grease the cavities of a paw print baking mold with coconut oil.
Step 2 - 🎃🥣🥜🥚🍯

In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, oats, peanut butter, eggs, honey, baking soda, and water. Mix until well combined.
Step 3 - 🥣➡️🎂⏲️🧁

Distribute the batter equally among the prepared cavities. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of a pupcake comes out clean.
Step 4 - 🧁❄️🥣🧀

While the pupcakes cool, prepare the frosting by beating the cream cheese until fluffy.
Step 5 - 🧁🖌️⚪⚪⚪⚪🦴

Once the pupcakes are fully cooled, frost each one with a dollop of cream cheese. Draw four circles at the top with peanut butter for the 'toes', and place a dog biscuit in the center as the 'paw pad'.

Additional

These pupcakes are a wonderful treat for your four-legged friend, but remember that these should not replace their regular diet. Always consult with a vet about your pet's diet, and keep in mind that some dogs may have allergies to certain ingredients. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any 'just because' day - share the photos of your pup enjoying these treats to spread the love on National Dog Day!