Peanut Butter Pupcakes
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 medium banana
mashed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 ounces cream cheese)
(OR BANANA
- 1/2 medium banana)
mashed, (OR CREAM CHEESE
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a mini muffin pan with cooking spray. You can also use liners, if you want.
- 2
Stir peanut butter, oil, banana, and honey. Stir in flour, baking soda, and baking powder until combined. Evenly distribute between the cavities of your muffin pan. Bake 10-20 minutes, until browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- 3
Banana frosting: stir mashed banana and peanut butter together. Frost. Serve immediately (the frosting will brown as the cupcakes sit).
- 4
PB Cream Cheese frosting: stir peanut butter and cream cheese. Frost. Store in refrigerator.
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About this Recipe
Ready to spoil your best furry friend with a homemade treat that's both delicious and wholesome? These Peanut Butter Pupcakes are the perfect way to show your dog some love, made with simple, dog-friendly ingredients you can feel good about.
What sets these pupcakes apart is their dedication to natural goodness. Featuring real peanut butter and mashed banana, they skip the 'yucky ingredients' often found in store-bought treats, ensuring a snack that's as healthy as it is irresistible. It’s a delightful way to celebrate your dog without compromise.
Imagine your dog's tail wagging with pure joy at the sight and smell of these homemade cupcakes. Each pupcake offers a soft, cake-like texture, bursting with the beloved flavors of creamy peanut butter and sweet, ripe banana that dogs adore. The frosting, a creamy blend of peanut butter and either cream cheese or more banana, adds an extra layer of richness, making these an absolute canine indulgence. You'll love seeing your dog savor every bite of these wholesome, flavorful treats.
These pupcakes are wonderfully flexible. For the frosting, you have the choice of using either cream cheese for a tangier, richer finish, or additional mashed banana if you prefer to keep it dairy-free or want an even sweeter, fruitier topping. You can also experiment with different types of flour if your dog has sensitivities, ensuring it's still suitable for canine consumption. Always ensure any peanut butter used is xylitol-free.
Whether it's for a dog's birthday, a special 'gotcha day' anniversary, or just because your good boy or girl deserves an extra treat, these Peanut Butter Pupcakes are an ideal way to make any occasion special. Serve them as a festive individual treat, making your dog feel truly celebrated.