Does your dog have a birthday or special occasion coming up? A cake is often the pièce de résistance, the center piece for a celebration but what if you're looking for a healhy dog cake recipe or even a grain free dog cake recipe?
Why a grain free cake? If your dog has itchy skin, grains could be the culprit. If you haven't tried a grain free diet it could help. Also, if you're inviting other dogs to your party, be sure to ask in advance if they have a grain sensitivity. If so, a grain free dog cake is the way to go.
We've scoured the internet and found the best grain free dog cake recipes you can make at home while also being easy dog cake recipes for those of us baking challenged!
These are not human recipes, they don't contain sugar or grains, just wholesome ingredients that are safe and tasty for your dog to enjoy. We must admit that there are fancier looking dog birthday cakes out there, but these are the healthiest dog cakes we could find. They're free of refined sugars, all natural and grain free.
The big quagmire now is which one will you choose? Enjoy!
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Lots of people want to make an almond flour dog cake, this one is for you!
Ingredients
FOR THE CAKE:
- 1 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1 – 2 tbs honey (preferably raw)
- 3 eggs
- 2-3 tbs melted coconut oil
- 1 cup chopped organic strawberries + couple of extra for topping
FOR THE ICING:
- 1 cup of organic plain yogurt
- 2-3 tbs almond butter or organic peanut butter
Ice Cream for Dogs
Cake isn't complete without 🍨 ice cream and believe it or not there is doggie ice cream that's super healthy and nutritious. Our favorite flavor is Maple Bacon!
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Looking for a vegan dog cake? This recipe is for you.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1 whole apple grated
- 1/2 cup carrots
- 3 tbs powdered peanut butter
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1 cup powdered peanut butter
- 1/2 cup water (add more/less as needed)
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- 1 egg
- 3 tbs peanut butter
- 1/2 apple, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
- 2 cups chickpea/garbanzo bean flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter, stir to incorporate any oil on top
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded apples (about 1 large applepeeled)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter
Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1 cupbrown rice flour
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp ground flax seed mixed with 6 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or agave
- ⅔ cup shredded or grated carrot
- ½ cup canned or fresh pumpkin puree
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup plain coconut yogurt, dairy free
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup organic brown rice flour (grain-free)
- 1 cup organic pumpkin puree (fiber)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (anti-fungal, great for dogs with allergies)
- 1/2 cup organic coconut oil, melted (for skin and internal health)
- 3 tablespoons organic honey (for allergies)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (multiple benefits)
- 2 organic bananas, mashed
- 1 tablespoon all-natural peanut butter
- 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 eggs
- 6 tbsp natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1 apple, diced small or grated (I used an unpeeled Granny Smith)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2-3/4 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1.5 tbsp peanut butter
You can occasionally find grain free doggie cakes at dog bakeries. The Dog Bakery makes them in a few different shapes and colors available in wheat free or grain free!
Here's how The Dog Bakery makes their Grain Free Cakes.
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Also read: The Ultimate Guide to Throwing Your Dog The Best Party Ever