Spoil your pup: Dog cakes for special occasions

Our furry friends give us joy and affection every day; it’s hard not to spoil them! Many owners want to treat their pups to something special regarding a birthday or special holiday.

That’s why Personal Creations has put together delicious recipes for dog cakes that you can make at home.

These cakes look so tasty, from a coconut berry cake to apple banana cake; you might want to make extra for yourself!

Whether you’re celebrating because it’s your pup’s birthday, he just got a new haircut, or she completed obedience training or won a prize at an agility competition, dog cakes are the perfect treat.

When you get ready to bake dog cakes, consider being selective about the flour you choose. Although all-purpose, white flour is the most common, it’s extremely processed and low in nutrients. Instead, opt for whole-grain flour, like whole wheat.

If your pup is sensitive to wheat, eats a grain-free diet, or you prefer to bake with nutrient-dense ingredients, consider using coconut, almond, lentil, or potato flour.

Be sure you incorporate healthy human foods like berries, sweet potatoes, and carrots into your dog cakes.

Dog cakes: Coconut berry

This cake may look decadent, but it’s really healthy.

Blueberries and strawberries are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and phytochemicals.

The coconut oil is good for digestion and enhances your dog’s coat.

Cake ingredients

• 1½  cups coconut flour
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• ¼ cup blueberries
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons honey

Frosting ingredients

• ¾ cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
• Strawberries and blueberries (topping)
• Natural food coloring (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your best convection oven for baking to 350℉.
2. Mix honey, eggs, and melted coconut oil. Then stir in flour and blueberries.
3. Grease one 4-inch springform pan with coconut oil. Fill with batter and bake for 20-25  minutes, until the center is firm.
4. Remove from the oven and let cool.
5. Mix yogurt, honey, and food coloring for the frosting. Frost cake and top with berries.
6. Makes one four-inch cake.

Dog cakes: Sweet Potato Carrot

Layer the sweet potato puree and yogurt for contrasting toppings, or mix them to create a pale orange frosting.

This recipe makes three bone-shaped cakes.

Cake ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• ½ cup sweet potato puree
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ cup water

Frosting ingredients

• ¼ cup plain nonfat yogurt
• ¼ cup sweet potato puree
• Shredded carrots

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350℉.
2. Mix honey, coconut oil, and sweet potato puree. Add almond flour, baking powder, and water, then stir in carrots.
3. Grease pan with coconut oil. Add batter and bake for 20-25 minutes until the center is firm.
4. After the cake cools, top with sweet potato puree, yogurt, and shredded carrots.

Dog cakes: Meat Lover’s

This recipe creates a tasty mini-meatloaf for your pup.

The recipe calls for peas and carrots, but you can swap them for your dog’s favorites.

Cake ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 egg
• ½ cup oats
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• ½ cups peas (fresh or frozen)

Frosting ingredients

• 1 potato
• ½ cup water
• Peas and carrots (topping)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350℉.
2. Chop and boil potatoes until soft. This will take about 20 minutes.
3. Mix beef, egg, oats, carrots, and peas.
4. Grease baking tins with coconut oil and add meat. Bake for 30-40 minutes until meat is cooked through.
5. While meat is baking, make your mashed potato frosting. Add boiled potatoes to a bowl. Mix with a hand mixer, adding water until your potatoes reach the desired consistency.
6. Once meat cakes have cooled, frost with potatoes and decorate with peas and carrots.

Recipes courtesy Personal Creations