Dog Birthday Cake
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
1 cake
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Calories
1904 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Dog Birthday Cake
Description
Dog Birthday Cake is crafted from whole wheat flour, baking soda, natural peanut butter, vegetable oil, honey, shredded carrot, and an egg, blended into a smooth batter. Baking at 350 degrees Fahrenheit in a greased cake or loaf pan until a toothpick comes out clean yields a moist, dense cake with gentle sweetness and subtle nutty notes. Adding extra peanut butter as frosting enhances the flavor and moisture, making it more appealing to dogs familiar with peanut butter.
The carrot adds natural sweetness and texture without overpowering the cake, while the peanut butter contributes protein and flavor that dogs typically enjoy. The simple combination makes this cake a reasonable treat option to give a dog on its birthday rather than typical human cakes with harmful ingredients.
This cake should be cooled completely before serving, and the peanut butter frosting is optional but recommended for added indulgence. It can also be cut into small pieces for portion control or for use as special training treats.
The recipe notes indicate that the nutritional values presented are based on the whole cake, highlighting its wholesome ingredients but reminding pet owners to serve appropriate portions considering their dog's size and dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ cup peanut butter natural
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 cup carrot shredded
- 1 egg
- peanut butter for frosting, extra
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8" round cake pan or an 8x4-inch loaf pan.
- Whisk together the flour and baking soda. Add the rest of the ingredients and, using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, mix until thoroughly combined. Pour batter into pan and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. Allow to cool, then spread additional peanut butter on top for "frosting", if desired.
Notes
- Make sure to use natural peanut butter without added sugar or xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before serving to avoid burning your dog's mouth.
- Use peanut butter sparingly as frosting to control added fats and calories.
- Portion the cake according to your dog's size and dietary restrictions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cake
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1904 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1904kcal | 95% |
| Carbohydrates | 210g | 70% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 110g | 169% |
| Saturated Fat | 56g | 280% |
| Cholesterol | 163mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 1695mg | 71% |
| Potassium | 1590mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 22g | 88% |
| Sugar | 108g | 216% |
| Vitamin A | 21620IU | 432% |
| Vitamin C | 7.6mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 149mg | 15% |
| Iron | 7.8mg | 43% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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