Here’s a wholesome and delicious recipe for Oatmeal, Apple, and Carrot Cake—moist, naturally sweet, and perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Oatmeal, Apple, and Carrot Cake
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup peeled and grated apple (about 1 medium apple)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- ½ cup raisins or sultanas (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir in grated carrots, grated apple, nuts, and raisins if using.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
- Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
5. Bake the Cake
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Optional Glaze or Topping
- Cream Cheese Frosting: Mix 4 oz cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, ¼ cup powdered sugar, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Spread on cooled cake.
- Simple Honey Drizzle: Drizzle 2 tablespoons honey over the top for natural sweetness.
Tips
- Moisture Boost: Add ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce or yogurt for extra moisture.
- Spice Variation: Add ¼ teaspoon ground ginger or cloves for a warm, autumnal flavor.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
This Oatmeal, Apple, and Carrot Cake is naturally sweet, wholesome, and perfect for a healthy snack, breakfast, or dessert.
If you like, I can also make a quick single-layer, one-bowl version that’s even faster but just as flavorful.