Description
Healthy Oatmeal Carrot Cake offers a delightful blend of wholesome oats and fresh carrots, naturally sweetened and spiced with cinnamon. This nutritious cake is perfect for breakfast or as a guilt-free snack, delivering a satisfying crunch in every bite. Quick to prepare and adaptable for any occasion, it’s sure to impress friends and family alike. Serve it plain or topped with Greek yogurt and nuts for an extra touch of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, grated carrots, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, and vanilla until creamy.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients; fold gently until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and serve!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Swap some rolled oats for almond flour for a gluten-free option. Add raisins or spices like nutmeg for additional flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.