Why Make This Recipe
This Easy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake Recipe is a wonderful treat for anyone looking for a healthier dessert option. Made without flour, it’s gluten-free and packed with nutritious ingredients like carrots and oats. This recipe is perfect for a quick snack or a sweet finish to any meal!
How to Make Easy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup honey
- 2 carrots, shredded
- 1 cup oats
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup butter, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 180C/300F.
- Put all ingredients, except the shredded carrot, into a bowl and blend with an immersion blender. If you don’t have an immersion blender, place the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded carrot.
- Line a small baking pan with parchment paper (a 7×7 inch pan works well).
- Spread the mixture into the pan and bake at 180C/350F for 20-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool, then slice and enjoy!
How to Serve Easy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake
Serve this delicious carrot cake as a simple dessert after dinner or as a sweet snack throughout the day. It’s great on its own, but you could also add a dollop of yogurt or a sprinkle of walnuts for extra flavor.
How to Store Easy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake
To store your cake, place it in an airtight container. It can stay fresh at room temperature for a couple of days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you want to keep it longer, you can also freeze it for up to three months.
Tips to Make Easy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake
- Make sure the carrots are finely shredded for a better texture in the cake.
- You can replace honey with maple syrup if you prefer a different sweetener.
- For more flavor, consider adding some raisins or nuts to the batter.
Variation
You can try adding spices like nutmeg or ginger for a different taste. If you want to make it even healthier, consider swapping the butter for coconut oil.
FAQs
Can I use other sweeteners instead of honey?
Yes, you can use maple syrup, agave nectar, or any other liquid sweetener you prefer.
Is this recipe suitable for vegans?
Unfortunately, this recipe uses eggs and butter. However, you can experiment with flax eggs or applesauce as an egg replacement and coconut oil instead of butter.
How can I make this cake more festive?
You could add a cream cheese frosting or top it with a sprinkle of shredded coconut for a special touch!
Easy Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake
A healthier dessert option made without flour, perfect for a quick snack or sweet finish to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup honey
- 2 carrots, shredded
- 1 cup oats
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup butter, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180C (350F).
- Put all ingredients, except the shredded carrot, into a bowl and blend with an immersion blender. If you don’t have an immersion blender, place the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded carrot.
- Line a small baking pan (7×7 inch) with parchment paper.
- Spread the mixture into the pan and bake for 20-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool, then slice and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, you could add a dollop of yogurt or a sprinkle of walnuts. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days or in the fridge for up to a week.