Annie's Delightful Pup Cupcakes
Pamper your furry friends with these delicious and nutritious pup cupcakes! Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender stewed chicken, hearty rice, and shredded carrots, these moist treats are more than just a snack—they can serve as a complete meal for your canine companions. These cupcakes are a fantastic way to repurpose leftover chicken from soup making, ensuring nothing goes to waste. Whether you choose to frost them for a festive touch or leave them plain as nutritious muffins, your dogs will surely wag their tails in delight. Made with love, these treats are a perfect way to celebrate any occasion, especially a special birthday!
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Servings
167
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Stewed chicken
2 cups (cooked and shredded)
Cooked rice
1.5 cups (white or brown, cooled)
Shredded carrots
1.5 cups (fresh or pre-shredded)
Flour
6 cups (all-purpose or whole wheat)
Garlic powder
1 tablespoon (dried seasoning)
Eggs
3 (beaten)
Baking soda
4 tablespoons (leavening agent)
Water
as needed (to adjust consistency)
Cream cheese
12 ounces (softened)
Honey
2 tablespoons (natural sweetener)
Margarine or butter
1/4 cup (softened)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your muffin tins or use muffin liners.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of stewed chicken, 1.5 cups of cooked rice, and 1.5 cups of shredded carrots. Mix well until evenly distributed.
3
In a separate bowl or using a KitchenAid mixer with the paddle attachment, thoroughly mix 6 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, and 4 tablespoons of baking soda until well combined.
4
In another mixing bowl, beat 3 eggs until frothy. Add the chicken mixture to the eggs and stir until uniformly mixed.
5
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. If the batter is too thick, slowly add water until the mixture reaches a smooth, muffin-like consistency—wet but not pourable.
6
Using a large spoon or dry measuring scoop, fill the muffin tins almost to the top with the batter.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
While the cupcakes are baking, prepare the frosting by beating together 12 ounces of cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1/4 cup of margarine (or butter) until desired consistency is reached.
9
Once the cupcakes are fully cooled, apply a dollop of frosting on top of each cupcake, keeping the amount limited to avoid excess dairy for your pets.
Nutrition Information
6.3g
Fat
16.7g
Carbs
8.3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Annie's Delightful Pup Cupcakes?
These are nutritious and delicious dog treats made with wholesome ingredients like tender stewed chicken, hearty rice, and shredded carrots.
Can these cupcakes serve as a complete meal?
Yes, because they are packed with ingredients like chicken, rice, and carrots, they can serve as a complete meal for your canine companions.
How can I repurpose leftover chicken with this recipe?
These cupcakes are a fantastic way to use leftover chicken from soup making to ensure nothing goes to waste.
What is the main protein source in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 cups of stewed chicken that has been cooked and shredded.
What kind of rice should I use?
You can use 1.5 cups of either cooked white or brown rice that has been cooled.
What vegetables are included in these pup cupcakes?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of fresh or pre-shredded carrots.
What is the oven temperature for baking?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) before baking.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
Bake the cupcakes for 20 to 30 minutes.
How do I check if the cupcakes are done?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, they are finished baking.
What type of flour is recommended?
You can use 6 cups of either all-purpose or whole wheat flour.
Is garlic powder safe for this recipe?
The recipe includes 1 tablespoon of garlic powder as a dried seasoning for the dry mixture.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe requires 3 eggs that should be beaten until frothy.
What should I do if the batter is too thick?
Gradually add water until the mixture reaches a smooth, muffin-like consistency that is wet but not pourable.
How much baking soda is used?
The recipe uses 4 tablespoons of baking soda as a leavening agent.
What are the ingredients for the frosting?
The frosting is made from 12 ounces of cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1/4 cup of margarine or butter.
Is the frosting mandatory?
No, you can choose to frost them for a festive touch or leave them plain as nutritious muffins.
When should I apply the frosting?
Wait until the cupcakes are fully cooled before applying a dollop of frosting to the top.
How much frosting should I use?
Keep the amount of frosting limited to a dollop to avoid providing excess dairy for your pets.
What is the calorie count per cupcake?
Each cupcake contains approximately 167 calories.
What is the fat content of these treats?
Each serving has about 6.3g of fat.
How much protein is in one pup cupcake?
Each cupcake provides 8.3g of protein.
What are the carbohydrates per serving?
There are 16.7g of carbohydrates per cupcake.
Is honey safe for dogs in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 tablespoons of honey as a natural sweetener in the frosting.
Can I use butter instead of margarine?
Yes, the recipe allows for 1/4 cup of either softened margarine or butter for the frosting.
How should I prepare the muffin tins?
You should grease the muffin tins or use muffin liners before adding the batter.
How full should I fill the muffin tins?
Fill the tins almost to the top with the batter using a large spoon or dry measuring scoop.
Is this recipe good for a dog's birthday?
Yes, these treats are a perfect way to celebrate special occasions like a dog's birthday.
What equipment is suggested for mixing?
A KitchenAid mixer with a paddle attachment can be used to mix the dry flour ingredients.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 total ingredients listed in the recipe.
Are these cupcakes pet-friendly?
Yes, they are specifically formulated to be moist, nutritious, and safe treats for dogs.