Pup-Cakes

These are nice cupcake treats for dogs that I made up for my dog Presley's 4th birthday. They are perfect for dogs with food allergies. Warning: they don't look pretty, but Fido will love them! These freeze well, and you can zap them in the microwave for a nice, occasional dog snack.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 115 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup applesauce
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 medium apple - peeled, cored and shredded

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.

Step 2

Mix together apple, cheese, applesauce, eggs and olive oil in a bowl. Combine whole wheat flour, oats, and baking powder in a separate bowl; stir by hand into the wet ingredients until well blended. Spoon into the prepared muffin cups.

Step 3

Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the tops of the muffins spring back when lightly pressed. Cool completely before serving.