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Healthy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake Recipe You’ll Love

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A wholesome, gluten-free carrot cake made with oats, carrots, and maple syrup for a healthy twist on a classic dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats or quick oats
  • 2 cups freshly grated carrots
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: raisins, crushed walnuts, or shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a blender or food processor, grind 2 cups of rolled oats into a fine flour. Set aside.
  3. Grate 2 cups of fresh carrots using a box grater and set them aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Add the oat flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to the wet mixture. Stir until combined.
  6. Fold in the grated carrots and any optional add-ins like raisins or nuts.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or spread a thin layer of cream cheese frosting for a more traditional look.

Notes

[‘Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.’, ‘Grate the carrots finely for even distribution.’, ‘Use fresh eggs for better texture and rise.’, ‘If the batter seems too thick, add a splash of milk or water to loosen it slightly.’, ‘Check the cake a few minutes early to avoid overbaking.’]

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Keywords: healthy carrot cake, gluten-free dessert, oatmeal carrot cake, flourless cake, healthy baking

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