Homemade Dog Cupcake (Pupcake)
This Homemade Dog Cupcake, also known as a Pupcake, is made with just a few clean ingredients. It is easy, dog-safe, and perfect for your pupâs big day.
Diced apple, natural peanut butter, egg, and baking powder bake into a single cupcake, then it gets topped with a peanut butter and Greek yogurt frosting tinted with berry juice. Add a sprinkle of bacon bits if your pup has been extra good.
Why Youâll Love This Dog Cupcake
- Dog-safe ingredients: simple and wholesome.
- Easy: mix, bake, and frost.
- Single serving: perfect for one birthday pup.
- Naturally colored frosting: with berries.
Dog Cupcake Ingredients
Apple
Diced with no seeds or core.
Natural Peanut Butter
Choose one with no added sugar, salt, or xylitol.
Egg and Baking Powder
Help the cupcake rise and set.
Frosting
Peanut butter, plain Greek yogurt, and berry juice or mashed berries.
Bacon Bits
Optional topping.
Safety Note: Always check that your peanut butter is xylitol-free, since xylitol is toxic to dogs. Ask your vet if your dog has allergies or dietary needs.
How to Make a Dog Cupcake
Step 1: Mix
Mix the cupcake ingredients until combined.
Step 2: Bake
Bake at 350°F for 15 to 18 minutes until cooked through.
Step 3: Cool
Let the cupcake cool completely.
Step 4: Frost
Mix the peanut butter, yogurt, and berry juice. Frost the cupcake and add bacon bits if you like.
Carlyâs Expert Tips
- Check the label. Use xylitol-free natural peanut butter.
- Cool completely. So the frosting doesnât melt.
- Remove apple seeds. They are not safe for dogs.
- Treat in moderation. It is a special occasion snack.
Make It Your Own
- Banana: Swap the apple for mashed banana.
- Pumpkin: Add plain pumpkin puree.
- Mini pupcakes: Bake in a mini muffin tin.
- Blueberries: Top with fresh blueberries.
Make-Ahead and Meal Prep: Bake the cupcake a day ahead and frost the day of the party.
What to Serve With a Dog Cupcake
Serve with a party hat, a new toy, and plenty of belly rubs.
Storing and Reheating
Fridge: Store frosted for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze unfrosted for up to 2 months.
Serving: Let it come to room temperature.
What People Ask About Dog Cupcake
Is this cupcake safe for dogs?
Yes, with xylitol-free peanut butter and no apple seeds. Check with your vet for allergies.
Can people eat it?
It is made for dogs.
Can I make it bigger?
Yes. Double it and bake a little longer.
What can I use for color?
Mashed berries or berry juice.
Homemade Dog Cupcake (Pupcake)
Ingredients
Method
- Mix the cupcake ingredients together until well combined.
- Bake at 350°F for 15â18 minutes or until cooked through.
- Allow the cupcake to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare the frosting by mixing peanut butter, plain Greek yogurt, and berry juice or mashed berries.
- Frost the cooled cupcake generously and sprinkle bacon bits on top if desired.
- Serve to your pup with extra belly rubs!
Nutrition
Notes
- Make sure to use natural peanut butter without added sugar or salt for your pup’s safety.
- Let the cupcake cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
- If using bacon bits, ensure they are dog-safe and free from harmful additives.
