International (or National) Dog Day is Friday, August 26th, and the perfect day to spoil your favorite pup!
International Dog Day celebrates all breeds and serves to urge the public to recognize the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year either from public shelters, rescues, and pure breed rescues. Learn more about National Dog Day here.
Now to treat your fur baby to a special treat!
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Peanut Butter Banana Cake or Pup Cakes
What you need for cake or pup cakes:
- 1/4 creamy peanut butter (confirm your peanut butter does not contain xylitol)
- 1/2 to 1 cup ripe banana, mashed
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
What you need for frosting:
- 1/2 cup fat free plain greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
What you do:
- Preheat oven to 350' F.
- In large bowl, mix together mashed banana and peanut butter until smooth.
- Add egg and stir.
- Add flour and baking powder and mix until combined.
- Pour into greased cupcake pan (or use liners) or greased 6-inch cake pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Prepare frosting by mixing peanut butter into the greek yogurt until smooth and refirgerate.
- Once cake is cool, frost with frosting and decorate as you like - use dog treats or fresh fruit. Refrigerate until served.
- Watch your pet enjoy!
Peanut Butter Dog Treats
What you need:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (confirm your peanut butter does not contain xylitol)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or 1/2 mashed banana
- 1/4 cup water
What you do:
- Preheat oven to 350' F.
- Combine flour, peanut butter, and applesauce or banana in a large bowl to form a thick crumbly dough. Add water, one tablespoon at a time until you have a large ball of dough.
- Roll out the dough on a clean, floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and use cookie cutters to create individual treats.
- Bake treats on a baking sheet for about 15 minutes (timing will depend on oven and size of treats).
- Allow to cool before serving and store in an airtight container.
