I made this cozy pumpkin birthday cake for my dog Oliver’s October birthday. The pumpkin made the cake moist, and he licked the frosting spoon before I could frost it.
Homemade Dog Cake Recipe for Birthdays
This cozy pumpkin cake is baked to perfection, featuring a moist pumpkin base that is both nutritious and tasty for dogs. The recipe takes about an hour from start to finish and yields a cake that can serve several doggy guests.
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (unsweetened, xylitol-free)
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup water (if needed)
- Greek yogurt or cream cheese for frosting (optional)
- Carrot sticks or dog treats for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned pumpkin, eggs, and peanut butter. Blend until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined. If the batter is too thick, add a little water until it reaches a smooth consistency.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let it cool completely.
- Frosting (Optional): If desired, mix Greek yogurt or softened cream cheese to frost the cooled cake. Decorate with carrot sticks or dog treats.
- Serve: Slice the cake into appropriate portions for your dog and watch them enjoy their special birthday treat!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 dog portions
- Calories: Approximately 150-200 calories per slice (varies based on frosting)
- Fat: 8g (without frosting)
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
I keep the cake covered in the fridge for up to three days. Oliver gets a small slice as a treat, and the cake usually lasts us four days.
