Healthy Breakfast Oatmeal Apple Cake
This wholesome Oatmeal Apple Cake is the perfect blend of baked oatmeal and soft breakfast cake. Made without flour or refined sugar, it's naturally sweetened with honey and apples, making it ideal for a healthy morning treat or a light dessert. Easy to prepare and kid-approved, it’s great for meal prep and stays delicious even days after baking.
Servings: 8
Calories: 129kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats divided
- 1 large apple peeled and chopped
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons yogurt
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Add all ingredients—except 1/4 cup of the oats—into a blender or mixing bowl (if using a hand blender). Blend until smooth.
- Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup of oats by hand to add texture.
- Line a small baking pan with parchment paper and pour in the batter evenly.
- Bake for 20–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely, then slice.
- Store slices in an airtight container in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
Substitute honey with maple syrup or 3–4 tablespoons of dark brown sugar.
Taste the batter before baking to adjust sweetness if needed.
Use a smaller baking pan for a thicker, more cake-like result.