10 Dog Birthday Cake Recipes to Celebrate Your Pup

Who says birthday cakes are just for humans? With many dog owners stating their pups are part of the family, it only makes sense that you bake them a cake on their birthday.

From peanut butter classics to yummy yogurt frosting creations, we’ve got 10 pup-approved recipes to make your dog’s birthday “pawsitively” unforgettable!

1. Spoiled Dog Cake Recipe

This easy-to-follow recipe from Love From The Oven is perfect for whipping up a delicious cake your pup will eat up. Made with dog-safe ingredients like peanut butter, pumpkin, and applesauce, this moist cake is sure to be a hit at your furry friend’s birthday celebration.

Get recipe at Love From The Oven

2. Dog Birthday Cake

Does your pup deserve a birthday cake fit for a canine king? This could be the pick for your pup.

Broma Bakery’s recipe uses delicious and healthy ingredients like pumpkin puree and peanut butter to create a moist and flavorful cake. This simple recipe is perfect for celebrating your dog’s special day with a homemade treat they’ll devour.

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3. Homemade Dog Birthday Cake

This recipe stands out for using whole wheat flour, offering a healthier alternative to refined flour in dog cakes. It combines safe and pup-approved ingredients like banana, carrots, peanut butter, and yogurt for a delightful dessert.

Get recipe at Catherine Zhang

4. Dog Cupcakes Recipe

The Cookie Rookie’s Dog Cupcake recipe lets you spoil your pup with adorable cupcakes made with ingredients like applesauce, peanut butter, and whole wheat flour. Plus, the easy cream cheese frosting adds a touch of birthday flair to replicate a “real” birthday cake. How fun is that?

Get recipe at The Cookie Rookie

5. Special Dog Birthday Cake

This yummy cake from Brown Eyed Baker is made with safe ingredients your dog will love, like peanut butter and carrots, and you can even frost it with peanut butter for extra flavor.

As an added bonus, you can buy a bone-shaped baking tin to make the cake truly memorable.

Get recipe at Brown Eyed Baker

6. Mini Dog Birthday Cake

Another option is this recipe from Kitchen 335. It uses only 4 ingredients and takes just 30 minutes to whip up. Plus, you can decorate it with homemade whipped cream. It’s a fun project for you and a delicious dessert for your dog.

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7. Sweet and Salty Dog Birthday Cake

Did someone say bacon? A blogger has formulated the perfect combination of sweet and savory. It ticks all the boxes when it comes to flavors and is sure to delight your dog.

Get recipe at Parsnips and Pastries

8. Dog Meatloaf Cake

This recipe ditches the sugar and frosting for a healthier, meaty option. It’s basically a delicious meatloaf your pup will scarf down, baked in layers for a special occasion. Think ground beef, carrots and apples all coming together for the ultimate treat.

Get recipe at The Flavor Blender

9. The Ultimate Birthday Cupcake

Even Milk Bone, the iconic dog treat company, has a canine birthday cake recipe. At first glance, these confections look like real human cupcakes. But they’re special canine-safe options your dog will devour.

The recipe even includes instructions for a special “yogurt frosting” made with mashed potatoes.

Get recipe at Milk Bone

10. Pumpkin Pup Cake

And last, but certainly not least, is this recipe from Once Upon a Pumpkin. The pumpkin cake is easy to follow with simple instructions, AND it results in a treat that can be eaten by both humans and canines alike.

Now you can celebrate alongside your precious pup!

Get recipe at Once Upon a Pumpkin

Jessi Larson

Jessi is a marketing strategist who loves to write about all things dog. She is the proud mom to Toby, a giant Labrador Retriever who thinks he’s a lapdog. He inspires her to be a better pet parent and to share advice with other dog owners.