Description
This Healthy Breakfast Oatmeal Apple Cake is a deliciously wholesome way to start your day. Packed with rolled oats, fresh apples, warm spices, and natural sweeteners like maple syrup or honey, this moist cake offers a nutritious twist on your typical breakfast. The addition of walnuts or pecans adds a delightful crunch and an extra boost of healthy fats. Baked to perfection, it makes for a cozy, comforting dish that’s perfect for family mornings or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9-inch round or square baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agent.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup (or honey), unsweetened applesauce, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
- Combine & Fold in Apples: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until they are fully combined without overmixing. Carefully fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts if using, ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the batter.
- Bake: Transfer the batter into your prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake—if it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
- Cool & Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature as a nutritious breakfast treat.
Notes
- You can substitute rolled oats with quick oats, but the texture will be slightly different.
- Use non-dairy milk like almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Maple syrup or honey can be adjusted to taste depending on your preferred sweetness level.
- Chopped nuts are optional; omit for a nut-free version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat slices in the microwave or toaster oven for a warm treat.
