Apple & Oat Cake (

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This wholesome carrot, apple, and oat cake is naturally moist, lightly sweet, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a guilt-free dessert. Packed with fruit, warm spices, and optional mix-ins, it’s a nutritious treat the whole family can enjoy!

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats

  • 1 cup grated carrot

  • 1 cup grated apple

  • 1/2 cup walnuts (optional)

  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

  • 1/4 tsp ginger (optional)

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/2 cup applesauce

  • 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted

  • 1/2 cup almond milk (or any milk)

  • 1/4–1/2 cup sweetener of choice (sugar, honey, maple syrup, etc.)

Optional Cream Cheese Topping

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 2–3 tbsp sweetener

  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest

‍ Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).

  • Grease or line a cake pan.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine:

  • oats

  • grated carrot

  • grated apple

  • walnuts

  • raisins

  • cinnamon

  • nutmeg

  • ginger

  • baking soda

  • salt
    Mix well.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together:

  • eggs

  • applesauce

  • melted coconut oil

  • almond milk

  • sweetener

4. Combine the Mixtures

  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture.

  • Mix until everything is well combined.

5. Bake

  • Pour the batter into your prepared pan.

  • Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

6. Cool

  • Let the cake cool completely before adding any topping.

7. Optional Cream Cheese Topping

  • Beat cream cheese with sweetener and lemon zest until smooth.

  • Spread evenly over the cooled cake.

8. Serve

  • Cut into wedges and enjoy!

✨ Tips & Variations

  • Add grated pumpkin, zucchini, or blueberries for extra flavor.

  • Any milk will work—dairy or non-dairy.

  • For a fluffier cake, beat the egg whites separately and fold them in.

  • Add more carrots if you love a richer carrot flavor.

  • Missing something? Swap with a healthy substitute (extra applesauce, different nuts, or seeds).

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