I baked this duck and sweet potato birthday cake for my dog Max’s third birthday last month. The duck fat made the kitchen smell like a roast dinner, and he sat by the oven door the entire time it baked.
Crafted to celebrate your pup’s special day, this dog cake recipe is simple to prepare and sure to have every dog begging for a slice! With a tender texture and a delicious taste, this cake will make any birthday celebration memorable.
Delicious Duck & Sweet Potato Cake for Dogs
This dog cake features tender sweet potatoes and duck, providing a moist and flavorful option for your pet’s special occasion. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves multiple dogs, making it perfect for birthday parties.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked, shredded duck
- 1 cup sweet potato, mashed
- 2 cups whole wheat flour or oat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt (for frosting)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Carob chips or dog-friendly decorations (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded duck, mashed sweet potato, applesauce, and eggs until well mixed.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frosting: Once cooled, spread plain yogurt on top of one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top as well. Decorate with carob chips if desired.
- Serve: Slice into dog-friendly portions and celebrate your pup’s birthday!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 servings
- Calories: Approximately 150 per slice (varies based on ingredients)
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
I store leftover slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Max gets a small piece as an evening treat, and the cake usually lasts us four days before it is gone.
