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Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake

Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake: Moist, Wholesome & Easy to Make

Enjoy a heartwarming experience with this Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake, a wholesome and guilt-free delight perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Consider using blended oats for a finer texture.
  • 1 cup Grated Carrots Use fresh carrots for the best flavor.
  • 2 medium Ripe Bananas Acts as a natural sweetener and binder.
  • 2 Eggs Can replace with a flax egg for a vegan version.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Or maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional spices can enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for rising.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
For Amplifying Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Optional, walnuts or pecans recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Raisins or Coconut Optional, for extra sweetness.

Equipment

  • 8-inch round baking pan
  • Food processor or blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch round baking pan by greasing it with cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, grated carrots, mashed ripe bananas, eggs, honey, and cinnamon. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth for a finer texture.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. After baking, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with different nuts or fruits. Be sure to watch the baking time as ovens can vary.

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