These cute mini peanut butter bundt cakes are the perfect treats for dogs of all sizes. You’ll feel good knowing you’re spoiling your pup (but with nutritious ingredients).
These adorable little cakes are the perfect way to show your dog just how much you love them. Made with wholesome, dog-friendly ingredients, they’re as cute as they are delicious. And yes, humans can sneak a bite too!
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Why You and Your Dog Will Love This Recipe
These mini cakes are the ultimate dog-friendly dessert. Here’s why you’ll enjoy making and giving them to your dog:
- Simple and Fun to Make – You don’t need to be a pro baker to whip these up. Just stir and bake!
- Wholesome Ingredients – Every bite is packed with natural, dog-safe ingredients like oat flour, peanut butter, and coconut milk. There are no artificial additives here.
- Perfectly Portioned Treats – The mini bundt shape makes portion control a breeze. They’re just the right size for dogs of all breeds.
Ingredients
Let’s take a closer look at what makes these bundt cakes so special:
- Oat Flour – A gentle, gluten-free option that’s great for dogs with sensitive tummies.
- Brown Rice Flour – Another gluten-free choice, adding structure to the cakes.
- Baking Powder & Baking Soda – These leavening agents ensure your cakes rise beautifully.
- Natural Peanut Butter – Full of protein and healthy fats. And a flavor dogs love!
- Unsweetened Applesauce – Adds natural sweetness and moisture to the batter.
- Coconut Milk – A creamy, non-dairy alternative that’s safe and tasty for dogs.
- Coconut Oil – A healthy fat that also makes the cakes nice and tender.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
When baking for your dog, ingredient safety is key! Here are a few important tips:
Peanut Butter: Make sure it doesn’t contain xylitol, an artificial sweetener toxic to dogs.
Substitutes for Peanut Butter: Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter if needed.
Applesauce Alternatives: Swap it out for mashed banana, pumpkin puree, or plain Greek yogurt.
Flour Options: Make oat flour or rice flour by blending uncooked oats or rice into a fine consistency. For a substitute, use all-purpose flour or a mix of all-purpose and whole wheat flour (but not whole wheat flour alone). Avoid coconut flour because it absorbs too much moisture.
Baking Soda and Baking Powder are only toxic to dogs when consumed in large amounts (approximately 1-2 teaspoons per pound of body weight). Source: American College of Veterinary Pharmacists.
Equipment Needed
You probably have all the kitchen items to mix the batter like measuring cups and mixing bowls. The only special item you’ll need is a 24-cup mini bundt pan for baking the bundts.
How to Make Bundt Cakes for Dogs
These bundt cakes are simple to prepare and bake. Here’s how:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 24-cavity mini bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the oat flour, brown rice flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, applesauce, coconut milk, and melted coconut oil. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Spoon the batter into the mini bundt pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, then let the cakes cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Size
Treats should always be given in moderation! Depending on your dog’s size and activity level, one mini bundt cake per day is a good guideline.
Start with a small amount to ensure your dog tolerates the ingredients well, and remember to account for these treats in your dog’s daily calorie intake.
How to Store and Freeze Bundt Cakes
To keep these cakes fresh store them in the refrigerator or the freezer.
Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
Can people eat these cakes?
Yes! These bundt cakes are perfectly safe for humans, though they’re not as sweet as traditional cakes. Give one a try, you might find yourself sharing dessert time with your pup!
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Mini Peanut Butter Bundt Cakes for Dogs
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1 cup brown rice flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 1/2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease or spray a 24-cavity mini bundt pan with non-stick spray.
- Place the oat flour, brown rice flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a medium bowl and stir or whisk to combine.
- Place peanut butter, applesauce, coconut milk, and melted coconut oil in a large bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Add the flour mixture into the wet mixture and stir to combine.
- Spoon the batter evenly into the pan, filling each bundt cake cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes.
- Let the cakes cool in the pan for a few minutes then remove them from the pan by inverting it on a wire rack. Allow to cool completely before serving.
- Store the bundts in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
can I make in cupcake holders
Yes, you sure can! Regular size cupcakes may take a little longer to bake. They’re done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
This looks interesting, but my dog is allergic to oats and rice. Have you tested these with all purpose or whole wheat flour? Seems the baking time would be the same.
Whole wheat flour is too dense and would not be a good substitution by itself. I have not tested it with only all-purpose flour, but I think it is possible. Oat and rice flours are more delicate than all-purpose, so for baking cakes you’ll want to reduce the amount slightly, like 1 3/4 cups instead of 2 cups. But add a little more if the batter seems too wet. Baking time should be about the same.