Here’s a healthy, delicious No-Sugar, No-Flour Oatmeal, Apple, and Carrot Cake recipe that’s naturally sweetened with fruit and packed with nutrients!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free, if desired)
- 1 large apple, grated
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce (or mashed banana for added sweetness)
- 1/4 cup raisins or chopped dates (optional, for natural sweetness)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other non-dairy milk)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, for crunch – e.g., walnuts or almonds)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs (or flax eggs), applesauce (or mashed banana), almond milk, and vanilla extract.
- Add grated fruit and vegetables: Stir the grated apple and carrot into the wet ingredients. If using raisins, dates, or nuts, add those too.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well combined. If the mixture seems too thick, you can add a little extra almond milk to achieve a thick but pourable consistency.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. 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 about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into squares and enjoy!
Tips:
- For an extra flavor boost, add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed or chia seeds.
- You can replace the raisins or dates with other dried fruits like cranberries or chopped apricots.
- For a creamy touch, top with a dollop of unsweetened yogurt or a drizzle of nut butter.
This cake makes a great breakfast, snack, or healthy dessert! Enjoy!
