Halloween Pupcake Recipe with Spooky Topping
Give your dog their own Halloween treat with these homemade pupcakes. Made with simple dog-friendly ingredients and finished with a spooky heart topper, they’re easy to make and perfect for celebrating Halloween together!
Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 tbsp peanut butter (xylitol free)
- 80g honey
- 2 eggs
- 200g wholewheat flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 60ml olive oil
- 150ml water
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Method:
Preheat oven to 180°C /160°C Fan or gas mark 4
- Add all of the cupcake cases onto a cupcake tray or a large baking tray
- Using a fork, mash the bananas in a bowl until they are smooth
- Add the peanut butter, honey and eggs and mix thoroughly
- Add the flour, baking powder, olive oil and water and mix until it forms a batter
- Add the batter to your cupcake cases (spoon in until the cases are nearly full)
- Place the cupcake cases back in the cupcake tray/baking tray, and bake for 15-20 minutes, until a knife comes out clean from the centre of one of the cakes
- Leave to cool on a wire rack
- Make the topping while the pupcakes are cooling by melting the peanut butter in the microwave for 30 seconds, then in a bowl, mix the peanut butter and Greek yoghurt together, until it creates a smooth cream coloured mixture. Top the cakes with the mixture
Tips for keeping your dog calm
Halloween marks the start of a busy time of year where dogs are prone to being agitated. From trick or treating, to fireworks, to Christmas crackers, loud noises can easily set your dog off barking or cause anxiety and stress. Treats are just one of several great ways to keep your dog calm:
- Provide calming, long lasting treats to keep your dog mentally stimulated and distracted from loud noises.
- Walk your dog before the evening. This can tire your dog before the evening gets busy, and means there's no reason to go outdoors later on.
- Ask trick or treaters not to ring the doorbell! Either leave treats outside or create a sign to reduce any interruptions.
- Create a safe space for your dog with their bed, bedding and some of their favourite toys they like to play with.
- Keep halloween treats out of reach, ensuring they only eat dog-friendly halloween treats.
FAQS
Are these suitable for dog's with allergies?
Not necessarily. Always check the ingredients and avoid anything your dog is allergic or sensitive to. If you’re unsure, speak to your vet.
Are there any natural alternatives to dog pupcakes?
We have a huge selection of 100% natural dog treats available which are available to order online with free next day delivery, just in time for halloween. We've even put together some gruesome goodies to enjoy with 5% off.
How many dog pupcakes can my dog eat?
This depends on your dog’s size and diet, but we'd recommend 1 a day. Pupcakes should be an occasional treat, with treats making up no more than around 10% of their daily calorie intake.
If your dog finds Halloween a little stressful, these pupcakes can also be a useful distraction while the trick-or-treaters are at the door. Giving them a long lasting treat or keeping them occupied with a pupcake in their safe space can help take their attention away from the noise and visitors.
