I baked this cranberry pumpkin cake for my dog Luna’s November birthday. The cranberries popped while baking, and she sat by the oven watching them bubble through the glass.
Using simple ingredients, you can create a wholesome dog cake recipe that your furry friend will love. This cake not only caters to your dog’s taste buds but also provides essential nutrients for their health.
Healthy Cranberry Pumpkin Cake for Dogs
This Cranberry Pumpkin Cake for Dogs combines wholesome pumpkin with tart cranberries for a flavorful treat. It is easy to prepare and bakes in about 25 minutes, yielding enough cake for several servings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup fresh or dried cranberries (unsweetened)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (unsweetened, if possible)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a small cake pan or a silicone mold.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, egg, and oil. Mix well until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, oats, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the cranberries.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool before removing it from the pan. You can serve it as is or frost it with a simple dog-friendly frosting made from yogurt if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8-10 slices
- Calories: Approximately 120 kcal per slice
I keep the cake covered in the fridge for up to three days. Luna gets a small slice as a treat, and the cake usually lasts us four days.
