If you’re anything like me, you believe that your dog should be pampered and celebrated in style; therefore, creating a cake just for them is the perfect way to go! Whether it’s your dog’s birthday, gotcha day, or just a day to celebrate your awesome companion, this simple, delicious pumpkin dog cake recipe is guaranteed to elicit lots of tail wagging and wet-nosed kisses!
Why a Pumpkin Cake For Your Dog?
It’s tasty and brings with it plenty of health benefits for the eaters, dogs! Fiber, vitamins A and C, and gentle on their stomachs. Plus, it gives a nice natural orange color to the cake that is so Instagram-worthy.
Also, this cake recipe for dogs was specifically chosen to avoid peanut butter for ingredients that might produce sensitivity or be disliked, so it’s perfect for allergic dogs.
Pumpkin Dog Cake Recipe (With No Peanut Butter)
This size makes one small single-layer cake to be shared by one to three medium-sized dogs depending on serving size. Use double quantities for a larger cake.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin (unsweetened, NOT pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 1/2 cups of oat flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
Toppings (Optional):
- Dog-safe sprinkles
- Shredded carrot
- Blueberries
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), grease 6-inch cake pans lightly, or line the pans with parchment paper.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, add pumpkin, eggs, and applesauce, and whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Add the dry ingredients: Sift in oat flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Mix until the batter has a thick yet spreadable consistency.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spread it evenly, and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Cool completely: Let the cake sit in the pan for at least ten minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. If you frost a warm cake, the yogurt frosting will melt, so patience is key!
- Make the frosting: Combine yogurt and honey in a smaller bowl and stir until smooth. Once the cake is fully cooled, frost the top with the mixture.
- Decorate: Use shredded carrot, fresh blueberries, or dog-safe fun toppings to give the cake a festive and adorable look!
Suggestions for Serving:
Cut the cake into small pieces appropriate for your dog’s size and save leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Always supervise your dog while they enjoy their treat and adjust their daily meals accordingly.
Though this pumpkin cake recipe includes safe and wholesome ingredients, it is specifically designed for dogs and may not appeal to human taste buds due to the lack of sweetness and spices.
Photo-Worthy Presentation Tips:
- Get yourself an Instagram-ready cute cake stand or an old wooden cutting board to celebrate your dog’s big day!
- Sprinkle around some extra carrot shreds or a handful of pumpkin seeds.
- Get a shot of your pup hoovering down their slice—those delighted eyes will take the cake!
- Is it your dog’s birthday? Throw them a dog party and take a picture of your dog and their guests wearing party hats next to the cake.
Why Homemade?
Not only is it a fun project to bake a cake for your dog, but it gives you peace of mind knowing exactly what goes into the treat. This pumpkin cake recipe contains no suspect ingredients, has no unneeded additives – just wholesome goodness made out of love for your dog.
Give your four-legged bestie something extraordinary this one time. They indeed deserve it cause they are not pets, rather family!
If you are looking for other ways to treat your dog take a look at this homemade pumpkin treats recipe for dogs, this peanut butter dog training treats or this delicious dog birthday cake made with carrots.
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