Here’s a Healthy Oatmeal, Apple, and Carrot Cake recipe that’s moist, hearty, and packed with natural sweetness and wholesome ingredients! It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.
Oatmeal, Apple, and Carrot Cake Recipe
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (150g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for extra fiber)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup (80ml) vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- ½ cup (120ml) honey or maple syrup (for natural sweetness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120ml) unsweetened applesauce (or plain yogurt)
Add-Ins:
- 1 medium apple, grated (about ¾ cup)
- 1 cup (100g) grated carrots
- ½ cup (50g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- ¼ cup (40g) raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and applesauce until well combined.
- Mix the Batter:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the grated apple, grated carrots, nuts, and raisins/dried cranberries (if using). The batter will be thick.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve as-is, or top with a dollop of yogurt, cream cheese frosting, or a drizzle of honey.
Tips & Variations
- Gluten-Free Option: Use oat flour or a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
- Extra Moisture: If your batter feels too thick, add 2-3 tablespoons of milk or almond milk.
- Sweetness Adjustment: Add 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar if you prefer a sweeter cake.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
This cake combines the natural sweetness of apples and carrots with the heartiness of oats, making it a nutritious and delicious treat! 🥕🍎