Homemade Peanut Butter Dog Cake Recipe
A delicious and nutritious homemade peanut butter dog cake made with dog-safe ingredients like whole wheat flour, natural peanut butter, pumpkin puree, and applesauce. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for celebrating your furry friend’s special day with a tasty treat that’s both wholesome and safe.
- Author: Luna
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dog Treat
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pet Food
- Diet: Halal
Essential Ingredients for the Cake
- 1 cup of whole wheat flour
- ½ teaspoon of baking soda
- ¼ cup of natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- ½ cup of unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup of pure pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- ⅛ cup of vegetable oil
Frosting Ingredients
- ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter
Optional Additions
- Dog biscuits for decoration
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking of the dog cake.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine 1 cup of whole wheat flour with ½ teaspoon of baking soda; mix well to distribute the baking agent evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of natural peanut butter (xylitol-free), ½ cup of unsweetened applesauce, ½ cup of pure pumpkin puree, 1 large egg, and ⅛ cup of vegetable oil until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Batter: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to form a smooth batter. Be careful not to overmix.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Use spritz or cupcake liners in a mini muffin pan to make cleaning easier and help the cakes release easily; this step is optional but recommended.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the lined mini muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake the Cake: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes: Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool fully before frosting.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a small bowl, mix ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt with ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
- Frost the Cakes: Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread or pipe the peanut butter yogurt frosting on top of each cake.
- Decorate (Optional): Decorate the frosted cakes with dog biscuits or other dog-friendly decorations as desired.
- Serve and Store: Serve the cake to your dog in moderation. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Notes
- Always use xylitol-free peanut butter, as xylitol is toxic to dogs.
- Consult your veterinarian if your dog has allergies or dietary restrictions before feeding new treats.
- Use whole wheat flour unless your dog has a wheat intolerance; alternatives like oat or rice flour can be used but may alter texture.
- Keep portion sizes small to prevent overfeeding and digestive upset.
- Ensure the cake is cooled completely before serving to avoid burns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cupcake
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: peanut butter dog cake, dog birthday cake, homemade dog treats, dog-safe cake, pumpkin dog cake