• 1 cup pumpkin purée (plain, unsweetened)

• ½ cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)

• 2 large eggs

• 1 ½ cups oat flour (or finely ground oats)

• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon baking powder

• ¼ cup water (as needed)

Optional Frosting:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 2 tablespoons peanut butter

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a bone-shaped pan or standard cake pan.

2. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin purée, peanut butter, and eggs until smooth.

3. Stir in oat flour, cinnamon, and baking powder.

4. Add water gradually until batter is thick but spreadable.

5. Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.

6. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

7. Cool completely before adding optional frosting.

Store treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze individual slices for up to 3 months and thaw as needed.

• Small dogs: 1–2 small slices

• Medium dogs: 1 medium slice

• Large dogs: 1–2 medium slices

Baking for a beloved pet brings a special kind of joy, and this pumpkin peanut butter dog cake captures that feeling perfectly. It’s simple enough for beginners, made with wholesome ingredients, and fills the kitchen with comforting aromas while it bakes. Sharing a homemade treat is more than just feeding—it’s a quiet moment of love, a small celebration of companionship, and a reminder that our dogs truly are family. Whether it’s for a milestone or a random Tuesday, this recipe offers a heartfelt way to show appreciation through something warm, nourishing, and made by hand.