April is financial literacy month. And with all the rain we’ve been getting (not to mention an earthquake), it’s a great time to stay in and find some creative ways to save some money. Especially, since Sugar hates going outside in the rain, snow, or any type of precipitation.
So, this month’s Pear Granola Pupcakes are dedicated to practicing financial wellness and saving for a rainy day (pun intended).
ABOUT THE PEAR GRANOLA PUPCAKE INGREDIENTS
The main attraction for these pupcakes is the pear-cinnamon combination. Pears are rich in Vitamin C and A. They are also high in fiber, which make them a healthy snack for dogs in moderation. The cinnamon gives these pairs an extra aroma, which makes them a great exercise for your dog’s senses. These pupcakes also include oatmeal, which is also rich in fiber, vitamin B, iron, and zinc. The high fiber content in oatmeal helps promote good digestion.
WHEN TO BAKE THESE PEAR GRANOLA PUPCAKES
These pupcakes are great to bake during a rainy day or when you’re stuck indoors. The pears are not only a sweet treat for your dog, but the cinnamon gives your dog a chance to sniff around when they can’t go out the house. I got the idea for this recipe because I had some extra pears in my refrigerator. The pears would’ve gone bad if I didn’t use them. So, baking these pupcakes was a great way to repurpose them. Baking pupcakes are a great way to save a few bucks because you can bake them with simple ingredients you have around the house.
BAKING BARKFIRMATION & SAVING MONEY
“We got pupcakes at home.” Staying indoors is not always a bad thing. Sometimes it’s a great way to help you identify your goals and give you a chance to get your finances in check. In fact, The Spruce Pets reports that dog parents can spend anywhere from $20 to $60 per month on food expenses, including treats. However, baking pupcakes with the ingredients you have in your home is a great way to not only save a few dollars (for a rainy day), but also give your dog a gourmet style treats at a fraction of the cost. Plus, freshly baked pupcakes freeze and can last longer.
WHERE TO GET THE PEAR GRANOLA PUPCAKE RECIPE
This pupcake recipe was created from scratch and with love with pears and a few extra ingredients I had in the house. The recipe is below. Plus, we’d love to hear your pupcake story. How do you spend rainy days with your dog? What are some ways you save money? Stay connected and share your pupcake stories with us @pupcakesugar.
BEFORE YOU GET STARTED
I started Pupcake Sugar when I was laid off and it helped me rediscover my own creative talents. Plus, I could save a little money on store bought treats I’d been buying for Sugar too. Hence, how I turned Sugar’s daily shenanigans into a brand. I created an illustrated character inspired by her and her love of pupcakes. Sugar’s character is a “pupcakepreneur” that owns and operates her own pupcakery called Pupcake Sugar. I know. That was a tongue twister. But stay with me.
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As with any dog treat, these Pear Granola Pupcakes should be given to your dog in moderation. They should not replace or serve as your dog’s primary diet. Please consult with your veterinarian on your dog’s diet.
Yields
- 8 – 10 Mini Pupcakes
Ingredients
Pear Granola Pupcakes
- 1/2 Cup Whole Wheat Flour
- 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 Cup Quaker Oats
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1/3 Cup Plain Yogurt
- 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Pears
- 1 Teaspoon Pure Honey
- 1 Egg
Peanut “Buttercream” Frosting
- 1/2 Cup Creamy Peanut Butter (Unsalted with no added sugars)
- 1/4 Cup Plain Yogurt
Instructions
For Pear Granola Pupcakes
- 1Preheat oven to 350° F. Line 8 – 10 1.75-inch mini-muffin pan with paper bake cups and set aside.
- 2In small bowl mix together, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and Quaker Oats. Set aside.
- 3In a large mixing bowl add olive oil, yogurt, pears, honey, and egg. Beat on medium speed about 2 minutes or until combined.
- 4Add dry ingredients into the mixture and blend for approximately 2 minutes until well mixed.
- 5Fill each cupcake liner with 1 tablespoon of pupcake mix.
- 6Bake pupcakes for 13 – 15 minutes. Pupcakes are done when you can stick a toothpick into the cake, and it comes out clean. The top of the pupcake should also be firm. If pupcakes aren’t done after 13 – 15 minutes, let them bake for another 2 – 3 minutes. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.
- 7Pipe or spread peanut “buttercream” frosting on each pupcake.
For Peanut “Buttercream” Frosting
- 1In a large mixing bowl beat yogurt and peanut butter together on medium speed. Mix until creamy.
- 2Pipe or spread peanut “buttercream” frosting on each pupcake.
Notes
Pupcake Sugar in no way provides any warranty, express or implied, relating to any recipes on this website. The recipes are based on Sugar’s personal experiences with them. Please be aware that your pup may have allergies or other conditions that may make the recipes not suitable for their lifestyle— consult with your vet as needed or roll with your judgment as the pet parent in charge. Pupcake Sugar is not liable for upset tummies or any other outcomes of experimenting with our recipes on this site.
