Easy oatmeal, apple, and carrot cake that is nutritious and vegan. Therefore, it’s perfect for snacks, brunch, or a sweet treat.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 8–10 servings)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 medium apple, peeled and grated
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
- Optional: ¼ cup raisins or chopped walnuts
🔪 Instructions
Preparing the Dry Ingredients
First, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper.
Then, in a large bowl, mix oats, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Preparing the Wet Ingredients
Next, in another bowl, whisk together plant-based milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
Afterward, fold in grated apple, grated carrot, and optional raisins or nuts.
Combining & Baking
Then, pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined.
Next, pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Finally, bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool before slicing.
⭐ Tips for Best Results
- Firstly, squeeze excess moisture from carrots and apples if too wet.
- Additionally, do not overmix to keep cake tender.
- Moreover, allow cake to cool completely before cutting for neat slices.
- Finally, toast walnuts for extra flavor if using.
🔄 Variations
- Spice Boost: Add ginger or cardamom
- Gluten-Free: Use almond flour or oat flour instead of whole wheat flour
- Sweetened Naturally: Replace sugar with dates or maple syrup
- Frosted Version: Top with vegan cream cheese frosting
- Mini Muffins: Bake in a muffin tray for portioned treats
💚 Health Benefits
Apples and carrots are rich in fiber and antioxidants, which support digestion and immunity.
Moreover, oats provide beta-glucan, promoting heart health.
Because this cake is plant-based and uses minimal added sugar, it is cholesterol-free.
As a result, it’s a guilt-free yet delicious snack or breakfast option.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Reduce spices like nutmeg or cinnamon for a milder flavor
- Cut into small squares or bake as muffins for little hands
- Add small chocolate chips or raisins for extra fun
- Serve with a smear of nut butter for protein
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
