Description
Wholesome, moist, and naturally sweet, this nourishing treat is perfect for mornings—Oatmeal, Apple and Carrot Breakfast Cake!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 large apple, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a small baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a blender or food processor, combine oats, chopped apple, grated carrot, eggs, honey, yogurt, melted butter or coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy warm or cold—great for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert.
Notes
- Use unsweetened applesauce if you prefer not to use honey or syrup.
- Add raisins or nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze slices individually.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 155 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg