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

Read the instructions here

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

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

FOR THE CAKE

• 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)

FOR THE FROSTING

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 3 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter

Get the instructions here

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

FOR THE CAKE

• 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

FOR THE FROSTING

• 1 cup plain coconut yogurt, dairy free
• ½ cup natural peanut butter
• ¼ cup cornstarch

Get the instructions here

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We love this recipe because it is a dog birthday cake recipe without peanut butter. So many humans and dogs are allergic to peanut butter so this dog cake recipe uses banana instead. Of course it's also a grain free pumpkin dog cake, so this is hitting a few things 1) Grain Free Dog Cake  2) coconut oil for dogs and 3) Dog Cake with Pumpkin!

Ingredients

FOR THE CAKE

• 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)

FOR THE FROSTING

• 2 organic bananas, mashed
• 1 tablespoon all-natural peanut butter
• 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Get the instructions here

This is a dog birthday cake recipe with peanut butter

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

FOR THE CAKE

• 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

FOR THE FROSTING

• 1/2-3/4 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1.5 tbsp peanut butter

Get the instructions here

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

Rocky Kanaka

Rocky Kanaka is an entrepreneur, pet rescue advocate and dog dad to a rescue boxer named Flip, a blind Cane Corso called Kobe, and a terrier mix named Zoey. He's also a pet chef and owner of The Dog Bakery, which specializes in dog birthday cakes and fresh baked dog treats. His three dogs can't get enough of the dog cakes and treats!

Lorna Ladd

Lorna Paxton Ladd is a passionate dog lover and enthusiast of The Dog Bakery. She loves spoiling her 3 rescue dogs with dog cakes and jerky. A 15 year veteran in the pet industry, her aim is to educate pet parents on the best recipes, products, tips and tricks to optimize the human/canine bond. Her favorite product at The Dog Bakery are the customizable dog birthday cakes.