Mutt Muffins for Howloween

Treat your furry friend this Halloween with "Mutt Muffins for Howloween," the ultimate dog-friendly baked snack that's as festive as it is wholesome! These moist and fluffy muffins are packed with nutritious ingredients like pumpkin puree, natural peanut butter, applesauce, and shredded carrots—making them a tail-wagging celebration of fall flavors your pup will adore. With simple pantry staples such as whole wheat flour and baking powder, these homemade dog muffins are easy to prepare and free from artificial additives, ensuring a healthy treat that’s safe and delicious. Customize with fun, dog-safe toppings like unsweetened coconut flakes or mini biscuits for an extra spooky touch. Perfect for Howloween parties or as an everyday delight, these pup-approved muffins can be stored for days or frozen for later enjoyment. Give your pooch a howl-worthy snack that’s both nutritious and festive this holiday season!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
• 1 cup Natural peanut butter (without xylitol)
• 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Carrot (shredded)
• 0 Optional: Dog-safe decorations (like unsweetened coconut flakes or small dog biscuits)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with coconut oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, applesauce, and egg. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and baking powder to ensure even distribution.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring continuously to form a thick batter.

Step 5

Add the water and shredded carrot to the batter, stirring until fully incorporated. The consistency should be similar to thick pancake batter. If the batter is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 of the way full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool completely in the tin before removing them to a wire rack to cool further. This ensures the muffins set properly.

Step 9

If desired, decorate with dog-safe garnishes such as unsweetened coconut flakes or tiny dog biscuits as a festive touch.

Step 10

Serve to your pup as a special treat and watch their tail wag with excitement! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to a month.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1261.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2668.5

Total Fat 140.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 662.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 286.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.0g	0%
Total Sugars 52.8g
Protein 103.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 381.9mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 4115.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.8%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 40.5%