Oat, Apple, and Carrot Cake Recipe

Oat, Apple, and Carrot Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1 large green apple, peeled and grated
• 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix well.
3. Prepare Wet Ingredients:
   • In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
4. Combine Ingredients:
   • Add the grated apple and carrot to the wet ingredients. Mix well.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
   • If using, fold in the raisins and chopped nuts.
5. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
6. Prepare the Frosting:
   • In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is creamy and smooth.
7. Frost the Cake:
   • Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
   • Sprinkle with chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
8. Serve:
   • Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious oat, apple, and carrot cake!

Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite spices or using different types of nuts. Enjoy baking and indulging in this wholesome treat!