Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Dog Cake Recipe
This dog cake recipe calls for pumpkin and applesauce. The greek yogurt peanut butter frosting will be irresistible for your pup!
Ingredients
Pumpkin Dog Cake
- 1 ½ cups (187 g) all-purpose flour, wheat and oat flour may be used as well
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
- ¾ cup (171 g) pure pumpkin pureé
- ½ cup (120 g) unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup (56 g) smooth natural peanut butter, (see notes)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1-2 Tablespoons local honey
Peanut Butter Yogurt Frosting
- 1 cup (240 g) unsweetened Greek yogurt
- ½ cup (113 g) smooth natural peanut butter, (see notes)
- 1-2 tablespoons local honey, or pure maple syrup
Decoration
- ¼ cup (56 g) smooth natural peanut butter
- dog biscuits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease and flour two 6-inch round baking pans. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Set a side.
- Use an electric mixer (or mix by hand) to beat the pumpkin, applesauce, peanut butter, eggs and honey until well combined. Add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Divide batter evenly between the two prepared pans and bake 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes then invert cakes onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Use an electric mixer (or mix by hand) to combine the yogurt, peanut butter and honey until fluffy and smooth. Use an off-set spatula to frost the cakes.
- To pipe a number on top of the cake, place smooth peanut butter in a plastic zip top bag. Cut the corner of the bag and write the number or message. If the peanut butter is too stiff, place the bag in the microwave for 5 to 10 seconds. Garnish the cake with biscuits and serve your pup!
Notes
Consult your pet's veterinarian regarding possible allergies your dog may have.
Store cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Peanut butter: Read ingredients. Make sure there is no added sugar, xylitol or palm oil. The only ingredients should be peanuts and salt.
Cinnamon in small amounts is okay for dogs according to the American Kennel Club, but for dogs with sensitive digestive systems I suggest omitting cinnamon.
Pan sizes: This recipe will also work in a 9-inch round pan or an 8-inch square pan. Baking time will be 40 to 45 minutes.
Serving: 1slice, Calories: 289kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 13g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 42mg, Sodium: 241mg, Potassium: 316mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 3634IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 64mg, Iron: 2mg