I baked this coconut peanut butter cake for my dog Max’s birthday last weekend. The peanut butter and coconut made the kitchen smell like a candy shop, and he sat by the oven door the entire time it baked.
The recipe is simple to follow and combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and coconut, creating a cake that’s sure to delight your pup. Whether it’s for a birthday or just a treat, this dog cake recipe is a must-try.
Delicious Coconut Peanut Butter Cake for Dogs
This Coconut Peanut Butter Cake is crafted with dog-friendly ingredients, including whole wheat flour, peanut butter, and coconut oil. The cake takes about 50 minutes to prepare and bake, making several servings, perfect for your canine companions.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened peanut butter
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- Optional: Dog-friendly icing for decoration (like cream cheese or yogurt-based)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, melted coconut oil, water, and egg until well blended.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Add Coconut: Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed in the batter.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, you can decorate with dog-friendly icing if desired.
- Serve: Slice the cake into pieces suitable for your dog’s size and serve it as a special treat!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 slices
- Calories: Approximately 150 calories per serving
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
I store the cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Max gets a small slice as an evening treat, and the cake usually lasts us four days.
