No Bake Dog Cake

This no bake dog cake with peanut butter filling and yogurt frosting is made with simple ingredients. It has the goodness of oats plus the natural sweetness of applesauce and pumpkin.

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Why This No Bake Dog Cake Recipe is the Best

Your dog is going to love this oatmeal peanut butter cake! And you won’t mind making it because it is so simple!

Whether you are making this for their first birthday or their tenth, they will have a happy birthday when you make them a homemade dog birthday cake.

When you don’t want to bake but still want something special for your dog, this is the best of all the no bake dog cake recipes!

Not only is this dog cake no bake, it is also:

• Dog cake without eggs
• Dog cake without sugar
• Dog cake without artificial sweeteners
• Dog cake without preservatives

You may already have all of the ingredients for this dog cake. Yep, I used pantry staples in this recipe.

No baking means you don’t need to get small cake pans, heat up the kitchen, or wait until the cake cools to frost it.

The best part about this great recipe is that this DIY dog cake is made with wholesome and healthy ingredients – so it is actually good for your dog. Your pup will think they are eating a special treat, but you will know they are eating nourishing food that is as good as a vitamin.

This is a treat that even a picky eater will love and you can make it for a dog birthday cake or special occasion.

Homemade No Bake Dog Cake

A doggy cake with oats and pumpkin is of the best healthy dog cakes you can make. It is gluten-free and high in dietary fiber.

It’s also are a great way to add a little nutrition into your dog’s diet.

Want to know what is so healthy about it? I’ll give you the nutrition information about this all-natural dog cake here in this post.

If you enjoy making healthy dog treats but don’t like baking, then this no bake dog cake recipe is for you!

The oatmeal dog cake recipe is just a little further below. First, here’s more about a couple of the ingredients and why I chose to use them.

Benefits of Oats for Dogs

Did you know that oats have a lot of healthy nutrients? That’s why dog treats with oats are a great thing to make for your fur baby! These treats are gluten-free, so you can give them to your pet if they have issues with wheat.

Oats have vitamin B which helps your pet maintain a healthy coat. It’s also a good source of omega-6 fatty acids that helps keep a dog’s skin strong and healthy.

Oats have soluble fiber in them. The fiber will help them regulate glucose levels and give them relief if they are having trouble pooping.

Benefits of Pumpkin for Dogs

I use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, in this recipe. It’s best to keep the amount of added sugar low when you make a dog cake or dog treats. Dogs do not need any extra sugar in their diet, and these are sweet enough without it. Also, pumpkin pie filling may contain spices toxic to dogs.

Pumpkin is one of the healthiest ingredients in this doggie cake. It is high in vitamin A, fiber, and disease-preventing antioxidants.

Easy Dog Birthday Cake Recipe

Isn’t it beautiful? Dog owners love to celebrate their little fur babies and you will have so much fun stacking these layers together. As you make this beautiful and festive cake, you won’t be able to contain how much joy you’ll feel as you imagine how happy your pup will be on their special day.

Thankfully, this is a super easy birthday cake for dogs. It won’t take you long before your cake is assembled and you are singing them that happy song!

Sensitive Stomach Warning

Please be careful when you are sharing this with your dogs if they have sensitive tummies. This dog cake is high in fiber. If your dog’s stomach isn’t used to digesting that much fiber, it might give them gas, diarrhea, or even vomiting.

Ingredients for a Dog Cake

The detailed ingredient amounts and step-by-step directions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this article. First, I want to share some information about the ingredients in this healthy no bake dog cake.

Here’s a list of what you need to make this easy dog cake recipe. Use organic ingredients if you want to make an organic dog cake.

• Oat Flour – A gluten-free flour great for dog treats and cake.
• Old-fashioned Rolled Oats – Makes this an oatmeal cake.
• Coconut Oil – Is a healthy fat with medium chain fatty acids.
• Peanut Butter – Used for flavoring the cake layers and as a peanut butter frosting between them.
• Applesauce – A natural sweetener that adds moisture to the cake.
• Pumpkin Puree – Adds both flavor and moisture to hold the cake together.
• Plain Greek Yogurt – A yummy frosting with probiotics.
• Blueberries or other fruit dogs can eat

Ingredient and Recipe Notes

When you make this simple no bake dog cake, there are a few things to keep in mind.

Do not use peanut butter that contains xylitol, a sweetener that is toxic to dogs. Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar.

Want to make a no bake dog cake without peanut butter? Substitute sunflower seed butter or almond butter for the peanut butter. Do not use any nut or seed butter that contains xylitol.

Instead of canned, you can use homemade pumpkin puree. The canned just speeds up the process for this DIY dog cake. Make sure it is plain without any added sugar or spices.

Want to make this dog cake without pumpkin? Substitute baked or boiled sweet potato puree for the pumpkin puree.

If you can’t find or don’t have oat flour, you can easily make some. Place a cup of dry oats in a blender or food processor and blend until they reach a flour consistency. You can also substitute chickpea flour for oat flour.

Serving Size

How much dog cake should you give your dog at once? It depends on the size of your dog and what else you gave your pet to eat that day. This might be a healthy dog cake, but too much of it is not a good thing.

Treats should not make up the majority of your dog’s calorie intake. They should be something they eat on rare occasions, along with healthy dog foods.

Dogs shouldn’t overeat too many carbohydrates – even healthy ones from oatmeal and pumpkin.

For this reason, do not let your dog eat the whole cake at one time. I suggest only giving your spoiled hound only one small slice in a small bowl. If you have a really small dog, then a slice from a single layer.

Equipment Needed

You probably have most of the kitchen items you need to make this no bake peanut butter dog cake. You can use any regular silicone candy mold but a dog bone or paw shape mold gives these treats a fun look.

• Measuring Cups
• Large Bowl
• Rolling Pin
• 4-inch Round Dish or Cookie/Biscuit Cutter

How to Make a Dog Cake

These are the recipe steps and some photos of the process for how to make a cake for a dog. I hope they help you make this healthy no bake dog layer cake recipe!

You can scroll down to the bottom of this article for a printable recipe card.

1. Place the oat flour, oats, coconut oil, peanut butter, applesauce, and pumpkin in a mixing bowl.
2. Mix together the wet and dry ingredients until they are well combined. Let the dough sit and stiffen up for 15 to 20 minutes.
3. Roll out the dough out onto a flat surface until it is about 1 to 1½-inches thick.
4. Using a 4-inch bowl rim, biscuit cutter, or round cookie cutter, cut out two circles.
5. Gather the dough, press it together, and roll it out again.
6. Cut out one more layer.

7. You should have three 4-inch layers with enough left for two small treats formed into a ball. Refrigerate the layers on a rack or cookie sheet for 30 minutes or until they are a little harder to the touch.
8. Place a layer on a plate.
9. Spread peanut butter on the layer. Place another layer on top and spread peanut butter on top.
10. Place the remaining layer on top. Spread Greek yogurt on top. Garnish with blueberries, strawberries, or any dog-safe fruit.

How to Store No Bake Dog Cake

Wrap the dog-friendly cake with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator or freezer.

How long does this dog cake last?

How long it lasts depends on if you use yogurt for either the filling or the frosting. Yogurt will spoil faster than any of the other ingredients.

This dog cake with yogurt frosting should last up to 5 days in the fridge.

The cake without yogurt frosting will last for 7 days in the fridge.

For longer storage, freeze it for up to 3 months.

Can you eat this dog cake?

Sure thing, you can eat this cake! All of the ingredients are human food and safe for human consumption. But I doubt you would enjoy it. I suggest making an oatmeal layer cake to enjoy and share with family and friends.

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Popular Homemade Dog Treat Recipes

Want to make more treats for your dog? Here are some different types of dog treats to make:

• Air Fryer Dog Treats
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• Homemade Dog Treats with Rolled Oats
• No Bake Dog Treats
• Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats
• Peanut Butter Dog Donuts
• Pupcakes
• Sweet Potato Dog Chews

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