I baked this carrot spinach cake for my dog Milo’s birthday last weekend. The carrots and spinach made the cake colorful, and he ate the first piece without hesitation.
Packed with vitamins from carrots and spinach, this homemade dog food recipe is simple to prepare and easy to customize. Your pup will love this dog cake recipe, and you can feel good about the ingredients you use.
Healthy Carrot Spinach Dog Cake Recipe
This Carrot Spinach Cake for Dogs is made with whole ingredients that support your dog’s health. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and bake, and serves up a delicious slice for your canine companion, making treat time extra special.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (ensure it’s dog-safe)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup water (as needed)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a small cake pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, peanut butter, and egg. Mix until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the whole wheat flour, baking powder, grated carrots, and spinach until well combined. If the batter is too thick, add water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before serving it to your dog. You can optionally frost it with a dog-safe yogurt or peanut butter icing.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 1 small cake (serving size varies by dog)
- Calories: Approximately 150kcal per serving
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
I keep the cake covered in the fridge for up to three days. Milo gets a small slice as a treat, and the cake usually lasts us four days.
