If you love simple cakes made with everyday ingredients, this oatmeal cake is one to keep on hand. It combines rolled oats with apple, carrot, eggs, and milk to create a soft and naturally flavorful cake without traditional flour. I love that you can throw everything into one bowl, mix it together, and simply let the oven do the work. The apple adds natural sweetness and moisture, while the carrot gives the cake a lovely texture and color. Add a little vanilla, cinnamon, nuts, or sweetener to make it completely your own.
This simple oatmeal cake combines rolled oats, fresh apple, carrot, eggs, and milk for a soft homemade cake with no traditional flour. It is easy to prepare, naturally sweet from the fruit and vegetables, and delicious for breakfast, a snack, or a simple dessert.
Servings 8
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
This is one of those recipes that shows you don't need complicated ingredients to make a delicious homemade cake. Rolled oats replace traditional flour, while apple and carrot add moisture, natural sweetness, color, and texture. The eggs provide protein and help hold everything together, making the cake satisfying enough for breakfast or a snack.
It is also easy to customize. Add cinnamon and walnuts for a cozy apple-carrot flavor, vanilla for a sweeter aroma, or a little sweetener if you prefer a sweeter cake. You can leave out the nuts for a softer texture or add your favorite ones for extra crunch.
A little tip: Let the cake cool for a few minutes before slicing. It will set as it cools and will be easier to cut into neat slices.