I made this banana pumpkin celebration cake for my dog Oliver’s birthday last month. The banana and pumpkin made the cake sweet, and he ate the first piece without hesitation.
Homemade Dog Cake Recipe for Special Occasions
This moist and flavorful cake is baked with natural ingredients that are safe and healthy for dogs. It’s an easy-to-follow dog cake recipe that takes about an hour to prepare and bake, and it serves several pups depending on their size.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup pureed pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (ensure it’s xylitol-free)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 egg
- Optional: 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for added sweetness
- Optional: Carob chips or dog-friendly icing for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round or rectangular cake pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, pureed pumpkin, peanut butter, honey (if using), egg, and water. Mix until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and baking soda.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 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 (Optional): Once cooled, you can frost the cake with dog-friendly icing or sprinkle with carob chips.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8-12 servings (depending on dog size)
- Calories: Approx. 150 calories per slice
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
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.
