Description
A delicious and safe dog cake recipe made with peanut butter, carrots, and applesauce. Perfect for birthdays and special pup-celebrations!
Ingredients
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup natural peanut butter (Xylitol-free)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1 large egg
1/3 cup honey (optional)
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (for frosting)
2 tablespoons peanut butter (for frosting)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 6-inch round cake pan.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, peanut butter, oil, and applesauce until smooth.
Step 3: Fold in the shredded carrots and honey to add texture and natural sweetness to the dog cake recipe.
Step 4: Sift in the whole wheat flour and baking soda, stirring until just combined.
Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 6: Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack before attempting to frost it.
Step 7: Mix the Greek yogurt and extra peanut butter together to create a creamy frosting for the dog cake recipe.
Step 8: Spread the frosting over the cake and decorate with your dog's favorite treats.
Notes
Always ensure your peanut butter does not contain Xylitol. Consult your vet if your dog has specific allergies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts & Baked Goods
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
