Easy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake Recipe
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this delicious and moist Easy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake. Packed with wholesome ingredients and topped with a creamy frosting, this gluten-free and refined sugar-free dessert is a perfect way to satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 9 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: Blend rolled oats into a coarse flour. In a bowl, mix oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then add applesauce, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Fold in grated carrots and optional nuts and raisins.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan, spread evenly, and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool before slicing and enjoying!
Notes
- This cake is naturally gluten-free if using certified GF oats.
- For a decadent touch, top with cream cheese or cashew-based frosting.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
