I baked this peanut butter blueberry cake for my dog Oliver’s birthday last weekend. The blueberries burst into the peanut butter, and he ate the first piece without hesitation.
The recipe uses wholesome ingredients like peanut butter and blueberries, making it a perfect dog cake recipe for celebrations or just because. With this easy-to-follow method, you can whip up a cake that your pet will love.
Easy and Nutritious Dog Cake Recipe
This cake combines the rich flavor of peanut butter with the sweetness of fresh blueberries, providing a healthy alternative to store-bought treats. The recipe takes about 45 minutes to prepare and bake, yielding a cake that serves multiple dogs or can be stored for later.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (unsweetened and unsalted)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup low-fat yogurt (for frosting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and baking powder.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the peanut butter, honey, and applesauce until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture while alternating with water until fully combined.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries into the batter.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Frost: Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting with low-fat yogurt, if desired.
- Serve: Slice and serve to your furry friend, making sure to keep any leftovers stored properly.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 slices
- Calories: 120 kcal per slice
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
I store the cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Oliver gets a small slice as a treat, and the cake usually lasts us three days.
