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May 22, 2017

Microwave Mug Pupcake

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Microwave Mug Pupcake – a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

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Readers tend to visit my site over and over for this vanilla mug cake you make right in the microwave. In fact, you all seem to be very hungry for quick treats you can make in the microwave, so when I saw the response to the mug cake, I whipped up recipes for this cinnamon sugar doughnut version and even this delicious single-serve cookie!

Today, I’m sharing a REALLY special recipe for all of my readers who are dog lovers and have furry friends in their homes. This time, it’s not a mug cake. . .it’s a Mug PUPCAKE. Yep, you heard me right. If we humans get to enjoy quick, homemade microwaveable treats, shouldn’t our dogs, as well?

I used my Crock Pot soup bowl to make this cake. Any larger, wider mug should do the trick. This makes a pretty decent sized pupcake, so if you have multiple dogs, you should be able to get away with making one cake and just slicing it into pieces like I did.

How to Make a Pupcake in the Microwave

Ingredients

For the Mug Cake

  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 4 tablespoons wheat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Frosting

  • 2 tablespoons plain greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter
  • Dry dog food (optional)

Instructions

For the Mug Cake

  1. Heat peanut butter in microwaveable bowl for 30 seconds or until it starts to melt.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and stir until well-combined.
  3. Transfer dough to a greased mug or corning ware dish.
  4. Heat in microwave for 90 seconds.
  5. Frost while still warm.

For the Frosting

  1. Combine ingredients and spread on mug cake.
  2. Sprinkle dry dog food on top of frosting (optional).

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

You can make this homemade dog treat in the microwave in 90 seconds! The recipe is based off of my “blue ribbon” vanilla mug cake recipe but omits the sugar, butter and milk.

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

Now, although this dog treat mug cake may be a bit more dry than my human mug cake, to a dog, this is a heavenly treat.

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

I bet you’re wondering what’s in that light and fluffy frosting? Peanut butter and greek yogurt!

Belle watched intently as I made her treat, and began getting really excited when I carried her pupcake outside to the deck. She was like, “Mom, is that for me?”

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

Of course it’s for you, silly girl.

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

She dined by the flowers and the fountain. It was like a 5-star restaurant. 😉

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

And she licked up every last morsel of that mug pupcake. Did I have any doubts?

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

And just like any polite pup at a classy, outdoor, 5-star restaurant would do, she finished things off with a big drink from the fountain.

What a dog.

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

So, there you have it. Another successful dog treat in the books. I think it’s safe to say the mug pupcakes were a hit. They’re super easy to make and your dogs will love them for sure!

For more doggy inspiration, make sure to check out my other recipes and tips for dogs here!

Microwave Mug Pupcake - a quick, microwaveable dog treat! This cake bakes in 90 seconds and is topped with a simple two-ingredient frosting!

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  1. Marlene Schlegel says

    May 22, 2017 at 9:10 am

    That is a great dog treat. Love all the pictures! Especially the one of her drinking out of your fountain and the last one where she is licking her mouth and loving it.

    Reply
    • Sara says

      May 24, 2017 at 2:27 pm

      Yes, she’s quite the dog. I love how quick and easy these mug pupcakes are to make!

      Reply
  2. Jo-Anne the cray lady says

    May 22, 2017 at 5:48 pm

    Not something I have heard of before

    Reply
    • Sara says

      May 24, 2017 at 2:27 pm

      It’s a recipe I whipped up. Mug cakes are so nice for a quick, delicious treat. I thought, why not make a dog-friendly version, too!

      Reply
      • Anonymous says

        July 5, 2019 at 3:51 am

        Yes this sounds like a human cake if you look at the ingredients ?

        Reply
  3. Bella says

    January 2, 2018 at 8:30 pm

    By mug do you actually mean a MUG, like the ones you drink coffee out of? Also I don’t have wheat flour, is regular flour ok?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      January 4, 2018 at 10:37 pm

      I used a crock but yes, you can also use a mug. Just make sure it’s larger and wider. Regular flour is okay although wheat is best for your pup!

      Reply
  4. Vanessa says

    January 6, 2018 at 9:57 pm

    Hello um read it and i was wondering how do you cook it? ?

    Reply
    • Vanessa says

      January 6, 2018 at 9:59 pm

      Oh wait never mind i found it ??

      Reply
  5. Naomi says

    February 10, 2018 at 3:10 pm

    I’m so glad to have found a mug cake for dogs! Today’s my dog, Red’s birthday and I didn’t want to go through the hassle of making a big pan of cake for just him so this is perfect! Can’t wait to make this for him!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      February 11, 2018 at 9:31 pm

      Happy Birthday, Red! I hope he enjoyed the mug cake, Naomi!

      Reply
  6. Caitlin says

    February 22, 2018 at 6:04 pm

    I made this for my pup Jasmines 7th birthday. She loves peanut butter so I figured she’d love this. I made it the night before and refrigerated it after frosting in a container, it held up perfectly!! It was the perfect size because my dogs are small so they each got a slice with Jasmine having the biggest of course, she went crazy for it!! I’ll be making it again in the future for sure!!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      February 28, 2018 at 10:16 pm

      I’m so glad Jasmine and her siblings enjoyed her pupcake! Your comment made me smile! Thanks so much for taking time to share your experience with the recipe!

      Reply
  7. Skylar Newbury says

    March 3, 2018 at 11:47 am

    My dog loved these treats, thanks so much

    Reply
    • Sara says

      March 3, 2018 at 10:07 pm

      I’m so glad! Thanks for stopping by to comment!

      Reply
  8. Graceanna says

    March 8, 2018 at 11:49 pm

    Sounds like a easy quick recipe! My dog is turning 4 next Wednesday so I have been searching online for a easy recipe and I found this one and I can’t wait to make it! Thanks so much for sharing your recipe! Also I just wanted to say I love those pictures so much.you have such a beautiful backyard also!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      March 23, 2018 at 10:47 pm

      Thanks so much, Graceanna. I hope your pup had a wonderful birthday!

      Reply
  9. Jessica says

    April 15, 2018 at 8:42 pm

    Our pup loved it!!!:) didn’t have Greek yogurt so used sour cream worked just as well:)

    Reply
    • Sara says

      April 15, 2018 at 9:51 pm

      I’m so glad your pup enjoyed it!

      Reply
  10. Whitney says

    April 18, 2018 at 9:52 pm

    My pup loved it! Thank you for thinking of this! So easy! ?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      April 22, 2018 at 10:04 pm

      Sometimes we just need easy, don’t we? 🙂 So glad your pup enjoyed it!

      Reply
  11. Tiffany Barton says

    April 29, 2018 at 1:54 pm

    My dog loved it! We used coconut flour to make it a little better for her. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      April 30, 2018 at 9:46 pm

      I love the idea of using coconut flour!

      Reply
  12. Sandy says

    May 19, 2018 at 6:50 pm

    I used this great recipe to make a pupcake for my dog’s birthday and she loved it! There were no crumbs left behind. I used a soup bowl to microwave it in and I greased the sides using virgin coconut oil; it worked out so well! Thank you for sharing this!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      May 22, 2018 at 10:29 pm

      I’m so glad your dog enjoyed her pupcake!

      Reply
  13. Yvonne says

    June 10, 2018 at 1:20 pm

    I love this recipe but wanted to point out that the alcohol in vanilla extract may be toxic to dogs. Obviously you’re not giving them the whole bottle, but I did want to point this out in case anyone is concerned. I ended up subbing the vanilla with a sprinkle of cinnamon instead.

    Reply
    • Sara says

      June 11, 2018 at 10:40 pm

      Hi Yvonne, you’re right. The amount of vanilla extract in this recipe is not enough to cause harm. Hope your pup enjoyed the treat!

      Reply
    • Lori says

      January 9, 2020 at 4:14 pm

      It probably burns off when you microwave it.

      Reply
  14. Natalie says

    June 24, 2018 at 8:27 pm

    I used Almond Butter instead, it was so easy to whip up. My pup loved it for a birthday treat!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      July 6, 2018 at 9:47 am

      Almond butter was a great substitute!

      Reply
  15. Aly Kat says

    July 22, 2018 at 1:48 pm

    I just made this for my dog’s birthday! What a yummy treat! Smells just like a fresh baked peanut butter cookie when it is done! I added 100% natural bacon bits on top as “sprinkles”. Thanks so much for such a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      July 29, 2018 at 12:54 pm

      I love your addition of the bacon bits!!

      Reply
    • Marlena K. says

      February 17, 2020 at 9:58 pm

      Do you think I could add some shredded carrot?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        February 18, 2020 at 7:36 am

        I’m not sure they would really “soften” in time but if that isn’t important to you, you probably could. Not sure if they would affect the baking or not. If you try it, please report back!

        Reply
  16. Cody says

    July 23, 2018 at 1:58 pm

    What would be a good substitute for wheat flour? My dog has to eat grain free

    Reply
    • Sara says

      July 29, 2018 at 12:53 pm

      Cody, you could try coconut flour. Good luck!

      Reply
  17. Tate Breeds says

    August 5, 2018 at 8:39 pm

    Made this for my shitzu x bichon for her 8th birthday today, I put dog choc drops on top to make it an extra special treat and she’s loving it! I made it in a mug this time but think in future ill use a flatter dish as its easier to portion up for a smaller pup 🙂

    Reply
    • Sara says

      August 25, 2018 at 11:05 am

      So glad your pup enjoyed it!

      Reply
  18. Aidan says

    August 23, 2018 at 3:04 pm

    It’s my dog Marley’s “birthday”. We found her on the side of the road one day and brought her home. We think she’s about four, and today is the anniversary of when we got her so we celebrated today! Really easy to make!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      August 25, 2018 at 10:54 am

      Happy Birthday to Marley! I hope she enjoyed her pupcake!

      Reply
  19. Fernanda says

    September 1, 2018 at 4:35 pm

    I’ve read vanilla extract isn’t safe for dogs!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      September 2, 2018 at 4:02 pm

      Hi Fernanda, that’s true but only in large amounts and it’s actually the alcohol in the extract that’s not safe for them. There isn’t enough vanilla extract in the recipe to be harmful, especially if you use imitation vanilla extract which has an even smaller amount of alcohol than pure. If it really concerns you, feel free to omit it.

      Reply
    • Sarah says

      November 3, 2018 at 8:48 am

      The alcohol evaporates so very unlikely there is any alcohol left.

      Reply
  20. Kourtney says

    October 31, 2018 at 2:09 am

    I dont have wheat on hand would regular flour be ok for him? His birthday is tomorrow , would love to make this!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      November 17, 2018 at 11:33 pm

      Regular flour would be okay. I just wouldn’t use it consistently over wheat.

      Reply
  21. Rebekah says

    January 19, 2019 at 8:04 pm

    Today is my fur baby, Wrangler’s 4th birthday! I’ve been so busy this week with work, the water heater going out, and his brother’s neuter surgery so I haven’t had much time to whip up a cake. Found this recipe and I think it’s going to save the day! I will definitely let you know what the boys think of it. Thank you for sharing this!

    Reply
  22. Anonymous says

    February 8, 2019 at 5:42 pm

    My Pupcake didn’t work and I used all the same measurements and everything

    Reply
    • Sara says

      February 24, 2019 at 4:32 pm

      Oh no. What happened?

      Reply
  23. Scarlet_Ribbons says

    April 9, 2019 at 6:07 pm

    Just made this today for my two year old Weimaraner, Allegiance Ann Gray! Major life and time saver and she loved it! I added some of her favorite frozen fruits on top instead of dog food, just to give it that little extra flair ?? I’m sure her Insta buddies and her siblings will love to have this recipe too. Thanks so much, it’s a real hit!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      April 18, 2019 at 9:37 pm

      So glad Allegiance loved it! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  24. Stacy says

    June 23, 2019 at 1:21 am

    I made a half portion and it was the perfect size for my little one’s first birthday! Added 2 chopped up doggy choc chips on top for extra yum! One very happy pup, I think he especially loved the icing! 🙂

    Reply
  25. Lori says

    January 10, 2020 at 8:25 pm

    An easy fun recipe! Made it to celebrate our o up’s gotcha day today. Only have her a quarter since she’s a little Shih tzu and she cleaned the plate! I put real bacon bits on top as sprinkles. Yum!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      January 11, 2020 at 10:04 pm

      I’m so glad your pup enjoyed her treat! I love your “sprinkle” idea!

      Reply
  26. Thanuji Sachindra Ranasinghe says

    April 20, 2020 at 2:21 am

    Is there anything you can substitute for the peanut butter?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      April 23, 2020 at 10:36 pm

      You could try almond butter.

      Reply
  27. Bess Hawthorne says

    June 4, 2020 at 7:20 am

    Thank you so much! I made this yesterday for my dog’s 5th birthday, and she loved it! My dog is allergic to peanut butter, so I used tahini instead, and it turned out great! My dog devoured it.

    Reply

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