Healthy Oatmeal Apple Cake: A Deliciously Nutritious Treat
A deliciously nutritious treat that combines oats and apples for a healthy dessert option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped apples
- 1/4 cup nuts or seeds of choice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the oats, applesauce, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.
- Add the baking powder, cinnamon, chopped apples, and nuts (if using) to the mixture and combine well.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- This cake can be served warm or cold and is perfect for breakfast or a snack.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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