Description
Classic doggy birthday cake celebrates canine companions with a nutritious, tail-wagging treat. Simple ingredients and quick preparation make this protein-packed cake a delightful surprise you’ll want to share with your furry friend.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole wheat flour (or oat flour for gluten-free)
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup (60 ml) natural peanut butter (NO xylitol)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) plain Greek yogurt (or unsweetened pumpkin puree)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) unsweetened applesauce (or mashed banana)
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- ½ tsp baking soda (optional, for slight rise)
- ½ cup (120 ml) plain Greek yogurt (or unsweetened peanut butter)
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Dog treats
- Shredded carrots
- Blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat Preparation: Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C) and choose a 6-inch pan or muffin tin for individual servings.
- Dry Ingredient Fusion: Combine flour and baking soda in a mixing bowl, ensuring thorough and even integration of dry components.
- Wet Ingredient Transformation: Whisk applesauce, peanut butter, yogurt, egg, and honey in a separate bowl until the mixture reaches a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Batter Harmonization: Delicately incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture, using gentle folding techniques to maintain a light and airy texture.
- Baking Stage: Pour the batter into the selected baking vessel, distributing evenly and creating a level surface for consistent rising.
- Oven Deployment: Bake for 20-25 minutes (12-15 minutes for mini versions), verifying doneness with a clean toothpick test.
- Cooling and Frosting Preparation: Rest the cake on a wire rack until completely cooled, simultaneously crafting a topping by blending Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and honey.
- Final Embellishment: Adorn the cooled cake with the creamy frosting, decorating with crumbled dog treats, carrot shreds, or scattered blueberries.
- Serving and Storage: Slice into small portions, serve to your canine guests, and refrigerate remaining cake in a sealed container for up to three days.
Notes
- Prevent Overbeating: Mix batter gently and minimally to maintain a light, fluffy cake texture without developing tough gluten strands.
- Temperature Matters: Allow ingredients like egg and yogurt to reach room temperature for smoother blending and more consistent baking results.
- Customize for Dietary Needs: Swap ingredients for dogs with specific allergies, such as using alternative nut butters or grain-free flour options.
- Storage Strategy: Refrigerate cake promptly and consume within three days to ensure maximum freshness and prevent bacterial growth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg