Simple Oatmeal Apple Cake for Clean Eating
This healthy oatmeal apple cake is packed with real apples, whole grains, and natural sweetness. Perfect as a nourishing snack, breakfast, or wholesome dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9–12 squares 1x
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup rolled oats
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups peeled, chopped apples (small dice)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan.
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In a large bowl, whisk eggs, applesauce, maple syrup, yogurt, and vanilla.
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Add oats, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until just combined.
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Fold in chopped apples and optional nuts or raisins.
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Pour into prepared pan and spread evenly.
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Bake 30–35 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool before slicing.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for 2 days at room temp or 5 days in the fridge. Freeze individual slices for longer storage.