I baked this tuna birthday cake for my dog Milo, who goes wild every time I open a can of fish. The tuna smell was strong, and he waited by the counter until I gave him the first slice.
Delicious Tuna Cake Recipe for Dogs
This Tuna Birthday Cake is made with canned tuna, whole wheat flour, and eggs, providing essential nutrients while satisfying your pet’s palate. The recipe takes about 45 minutes to prepare and serves up to 8 small servings.
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 ounces) tuna in water, drained
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Optional: dog-friendly frosting (e.g., peanut butter or yogurt-based)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, vegetable oil, applesauce, and eggs. Mix well until uniform.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and baking powder.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined, then stir in the chicken broth until the batter is smooth.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the greased cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate: Once cooled, you can frost the cake with a dog-friendly frosting if desired or serve it plain.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 small portions
- Calories: 150 kcal per serving
- Fat: 8 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
I keep the cake in the fridge for up to two days since fish spoils quickly. Milo gets a small piece as a special treat, and the cake usually lasts us two days.
