Healthy Oatmeal Carrot Cake
Healthy Oatmeal Carrot Cake is a deliciously wholesome twist on the classic dessert, combining the sweet flavor of carrots with warm spices for a moist, guilt-free treat. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, this cake is bursting with nutritious ingredients that will satisfy your cravings while keeping you feeling great. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or as a delightful addition to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, grated carrots, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs (or flax eggs), applesauce, and honey/maple syrup until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently until combined.
- Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg