Two-Tiered Dog Birthday Cake Recipe: Step-by-Step Tutorial

Treat your pup to a show-stopping two-tiered birthday cake that’s as adorable as it is delicious. This recipe uses healthy, dog-safe ingredients to create a cake that looks fancy but is surprisingly simple to make!

Ingredients for the Cake

• Base Tier (6-inch round cake):
  • 1 1/2 cups oat flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 ripe banana (mashed)
• Top Tier (4-inch round cake):
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 ripe banana (mashed)

Ingredients for Frosting and Decorations

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter (xylitol-free)
• Optional decorations: banana slices, small dog biscuits, or shredded carrots

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease one 6-inch round cake pan and one 4-inch round cake pan with nonstick spray or line with parchment paper.

Step 2: Prepare the Batter for the Base Tier

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour and baking powder.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the applesauce, peanut butter, egg, and mashed banana until smooth.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
4. Pour the batter into the greased 6-inch cake pan and smooth the top.

Step 3: Prepare the Batter for the Top Tier

1. In another bowl, combine the oat flour and baking powder.
2. Mix the applesauce, peanut butter, egg, and mashed banana in a separate bowl.
3. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
4. Pour the batter into the greased 4-inch cake pan and smooth the top.

Step 4: Bake the Cakes

1. Place both pans in the oven. Bake the 6-inch cake for 25-30 minutes and the 4-inch cake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling.

Step 5: Prepare the Frosting

1. In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt and peanut butter until smooth.
2. Chill the frosting in the refrigerator while the cakes cool.

Step 6: Assemble the Cake

1. Place the cooled 6-inch cake on a cake stand or serving plate.
2. Spread a thin layer of frosting over the top to act as “glue” for the top tier.
3. Carefully position the 4-inch cake on top of the base tier.

Step 7: Frost the Cake

1. Use a spatula or butter knife to spread the frosting over the entire cake, covering both tiers evenly.
2. Smooth the frosting for a polished look or create texture with swirls.

Step 8: Decorate

1. Add banana slices, small dog biscuits, or shredded carrots as decorations around the tiers.
2. If desired, pipe additional frosting around the base and edges for an elegant touch.

Step 9: Serve and Celebrate

Slice a small piece for your dog and watch their tail wag with excitement! Remember to refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

This two-tiered dog birthday cake is a show-stopping centerpiece for any canine celebration. With its easy assembly and dog-friendly ingredients, it’s sure to impress both pups and their humans! 🎂🐾

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