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    Easy Dog Cupcakes

    Posted: May 13, 2016 · Updated: May 22, 2024 by Sara · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Oatmeal Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

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    Oh our little Belle. I'll admit it, she's spoiled -spoiled to the point I make her dog cupcakes for no reason at all. She's no stranger to homemade dog treats. Some of her favorite recipes are these Chewy Cheddar Puppy Puffs and Banana Pup Pops. 

    Oh, who am I kidding. When she was little she used to eat her own poop (true story). We nipped that in the bud right away with these Dis-Taste tablets from Petco.

    ANYWAY, she loves treats. That's what I'm really trying to say. Who doesn't, right?

    How to Make Easy Dog Cupcakes

    Ingredients

    • 1 ripe banana, mashed
    • ½ cup dry dog food (preferably the brand you already feed your dog)
    • 7 ounce package Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
    • 2 large eggs
    • ⅔ cup evaporated low fat milk

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
    2. Peel the banana, place in a bowl and mash it with a fork.
    3. Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix well.
    4. Line muffin cups with paper baking cups and spray the cups with baking spray.
    5. Pour the batter into the cups, filling about ½ full.
    6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
    7. Remove from oven and allow to cool thoroughly.
    8. Store in an airtight container.

    The base for these dog cupcakes is actually a Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix. Who remembers their mother or grandmother using these mixes years ago? T

    hey are made with wheat flour and other pretty basic ingredients that our pups can handle. 

    In addition to the Jiffy mix, there are only a few more ingredients: eggs, dry dog food, evaporated milk and a banana.

    The reason I whipped these up for Belle this week is because I had some really ripe bananas I needed to do something with.

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    Normal people may make banana bread. I make dog cupcakes. 🙂 These "pupcakes" are banana oatmeal flavored. . .with dry dog food incorporated.

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    If you're going to be making these for older or smaller dogs, feel free to pulse the dry dog food in a food processor to break it into smaller pieces for easier digestion.

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    I'm pretty sure Belle may think those little pieces of dog food could be chocolate chips! LOL She had to take a little lick of the batter before they went into the oven.

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    20 minutes later - the dog cupcakes were cooling, and guess whose nose was up in the air? I bet you said. . .Belle. Nope.

    Our 7-year-old. I'm not proud to admit this, but he tasted the cupcake. Then even asked again the next day if he could have one after school. Seriously? Open the fridge and grab an apple. I promise it's the better choice for a human boy.

    So. . .are you ready for the big reveal? Da, da, ta, dah!!

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    Here's the cupcake. . .or pupcake. Whatever you'd like to call it.

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    At this point you COULD frost the cupcakes if you wanted. My favorite doggy frosting is low-fat cream cheese with some small pieces of crushed dry dog food sprinkled over the top.

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    Belle isn't too picky. She's completely fine without the frosting. And to tell you the truth, I am, too. The frosting can get a bit messy and they're more difficult to store.

    Wanna' see her eating her cupcake? I knew you would. 😉

    https://youtu.be/HmgMw6JZ6Dk

    Make some homemade treats for your furry family members! They'll flip for them, and let's be honest. . .it's the least we can do for the unconditional love they show us each and every day. Hope your pups enjoy!!

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!
    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Oatmeal Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!

    Easy Dog Cupcakes

    Dog Cupcakes - Easy Banana Cupcakes for Dogs! These pupcakes are perfect for your dog's birthday or even just those times you want to bake a special treat for your furry family member!
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
    Servings: 1 dozen
    Calories: 390kcal
    Author: Sara
    adjust servings: 1 dozen

    Ingredients

    • 1 Banana
    • ½ cup Dry dog food
    • 7 ounce Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
    • 2 large Eggs
    • ⅔ cup Evaporated low fat milk

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Peel the banana, place in a bowl and mash it with a fork.
    • Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix well.
    • Line muffin cups with paper baking cups and spray the cups with baking spray.
    • Pour the batter into the cups, filling about ½ full.
    • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
    • Remove from oven and allow to cool thoroughly.
    • Store in an airtight container.

    Notes

    1. Dog-Friendly Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients used are safe for dogs. Avoid using ingredients like chocolate, raisins, or xylitol, which can be toxic to dogs. Stick to dog-friendly options such as bananas, dry dog food, and Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix.
    2. Portion Control: Keep an eye on the size of the cupcakes you're making for your furry friend. Depending on the size of your dog, you might want to adjust the portion sizes accordingly. Small cupcakes may be suitable for smaller breeds, while larger cupcakes may be more appropriate for bigger dogs.
    3. Storage and Freshness: Store the dog cupcakes in an airtight container to maintain their freshness. Since these cupcakes lack preservatives, they're best consumed within a few days to ensure they remain tasty and safe for your dog to enjoy. Check for any signs of spoilage, and discard any cupcakes that appear moldy or stale.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 401mg | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 560mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 627IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. Judy Ward

      June 09, 2018 at 9:14 pm

      Can I also use peanut butter in this recipe

      Reply
      • Sara

        June 11, 2018 at 10:41 pm

        Hi Judy, you can try. I would use natural peanut butter if you add it. Good luck!

        Reply
    2. Cherie

      January 16, 2018 at 12:31 am

      Could you substitute with Jiffy Blueberry or banana muffin mix? Blueberries are very good for dogs too.

      Reply
      • Sara

        January 18, 2018 at 9:30 pm

        Yes, definitely, Cherie!

        Reply
    3. Ellyn Kettner

      December 11, 2017 at 10:55 am

      Your Bella looks just like my Sweet Annie Jane- English Cream??? Her Gotch Day is next week and I can't wait to make these for the day! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 17, 2017 at 7:59 pm

        Yes! She's an English Cream golden! I hope Annie Jane enjoyed her cupcake!!

        Reply
    4. Terri

      February 06, 2017 at 3:44 pm

      Hello, was wondering where you find your Jiffy oatmeal muffin mix? I couldn't find it anywhere. I made up my own muffin mix but would have been easier with the Jiffy mix.

      Reply
      • Sara

        May 15, 2017 at 9:46 pm

        Jiffy unfortunately no longer sells their oatmeal muffin mix. You can easily substitute their corn muffin mix instead!

        Reply
    5. K. Wilson

      February 05, 2017 at 1:12 am

      My dog loves these things but sadly jiffy has stopped making the oatmeal muffin mix. Any ideas on a substitute for it? Or another easy pupcakes recipe? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Sara

        May 15, 2017 at 9:47 pm

        Try Jiffy's corn muffin mix and keep your eyes peeled for another pupcakes recipe soon! This one you can make right in the microwave!

        Reply

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