Many dog-loving bakers dream of sharing their wares with their canine buddies. However, ingredients like chocolate and sugar don't agree with dogs, so it's definitely not a good idea to do so. That's where this recipe by Serena Faber Nelson of Lucky Puppy Magazine comes in. These carrot muffins are delicious and healthy for humans and dogs alike. If your dog has been extra-wonderful today, make a batch of these to reward him.
These treats shouldn't replace dog food, so make sure to only give them as treats every once in awhile, says Nelson. You can make them in mini-muffin form as well, an especially good idea if your pup is looking a little chubby lately.
Recipe by Serena Faber Nelson.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup grated carrot
1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/4 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons cinnamon
cup applesauce
free-range eggs, beaten
1/2 cup low fat cream cheese (for the frosting)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 6-cupcake tin.
2. Combine grated carrot, beaten eggs and applesauce in a medium bowl.
3. Combine flour, oats and cinnamon in a large bowl.
4. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients to form a thick batter.
5. Spoon the mixture evenly into the cupcake tin, ensuring they are filled, as the mixture will not rise. Place in the oven.
6. Bake for 20 minutes. Allow to cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to cooling rack.
7. Once cooled, ice with small amount of cream cheese and carrot shavings and serve.
Makes 6 cupcakes.
For more ideas for puppy-friendly desserts that you can share with your pooch, check out this post on Best Friends For Frosting or this recipe for Dog Cookies from HNGN.
