I made this beef and cottage cheese cake for my dog Oliver’s birthday last month. The cottage cheese made the cake creamy, and he ate the first piece without hesitation.
This dog cake recipe is simple to make and requires minimal ingredients, ensuring you know exactly what your dog is eating. Whip this up for your pup’s birthday or as a reward, and watch their tail wag with joy!
Homemade Dog Cake Recipe
The Beef & Cottage Cheese Cake for Dogs is a wholesome treat combining lean ground beef, cottage cheese, and eggs. It bakes quickly and can be topped with dog-friendly toppings like peanut butter or yogurt. This recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and will surely please your canine companion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup carrot, grated (optional)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat and let it cool slightly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef, cottage cheese, eggs, whole wheat flour, grated carrot, pumpkin puree, olive oil, and baking powder. Mix until well combined.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before serving to your dog. Optionally, you can frost it with dog-friendly yogurt or peanut butter.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 servings
- Calories: 150kcal (per serving)
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
I store the cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Oliver gets a small slice as a treat, and the cake usually lasts us two days.
