Description
Pawsome “Doggy Birthday Cake” delights furry friends with layers of canine-friendly goodness. Nutritious ingredients blend into a tail-wagging celebration that makes pups bounce with pure joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (or 130 grams)
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) plain Greek yogurt
Wet Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
Supplementary Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- Shredded carrots
- Blueberries
- Dog treats
Instructions
- Create a welcoming workspace in the kitchen with clean utensils and a suitable baking pan, ensuring the oven is precisely calibrated to the recommended temperature.
- Carefully sift and blend the dry ingredients, creating a uniform powder mixture that will provide structure to the canine confection.
- In a separate vessel, thoroughly integrate the liquid components, whisking with gentle circular motions to achieve a harmonious consistency that will deliver moisture and rich flavor.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring with deliberate strokes to prevent lumps and maintain a smooth texture throughout the batter.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking vessel, spreading evenly to guarantee uniform baking and consistent texture.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven, monitoring the baking process carefully to prevent over-browning or drying out of the delicate treat.
- Remove from the oven once the inserted testing implement emerges clean, indicating perfect doneness and optimal texture.
- Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack, ensuring it reaches ambient temperature before applying the creamy topping.
- Craft the frosting by blending yogurt, peanut butter, and honey into a silky, spreadable consistency.
- Artfully apply the frosting across the cake’s surface, creating a smooth layer that will entice your canine companion.
- Embellish the cake with dog-friendly garnishes like minimal treats, finely shredded carrots, or scattered blueberries for visual appeal and additional nutrition.
Notes
- Choose whole wheat or oat flour for a more nutritious base that supports canine digestion and provides additional fiber.
- Swap eggs with mashed banana or pumpkin puree for dogs with egg sensitivities or to add extra nutrients.
- Use low-sodium, xylitol-free peanut butter to ensure the cake remains safe and healthy for dogs, avoiding potential toxic ingredients.
- Customize decorations with dog-friendly fruits like small apple chunks or banana slices instead of traditional sugar-based toppings for added natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg