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Oatmeal Carrot Cake with Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Oatmeal Carrot Cake is a wholesome twist on a classic favorite, combining the hearty texture of rolled oats with the natural sweetness of shredded carrots, raisins, and a zesty hint of orange juice. Moist and flavorful, this cake is topped with a healthy cream cheese frosting and optional chopped walnuts for added crunch, making it a delicious and nutritious dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups old fashioned rolled oats (divided)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup pulp-free orange juice
  • ¾ cup applesauce
  • ¾ cup maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-Ins

  • 1 ½ cups shredded carrots
  • ¾ cup raisins

For Frosting and Topping

  • Healthy cream cheese frosting
  • Chopped walnuts for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Lightly grease three 6-inch cake pans with cooking spray or coconut oil to prevent sticking, and set them aside.
  2. Blend: In a high-powered blender, combine 2 ½ cups of rolled oats, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, orange juice, applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Blend the mixture until smooth, using a tamper to assist if necessary.
  3. Add: Carefully fold in the remaining 1 ½ cups of rolled oats, shredded carrots, and raisins into the batter to preserve texture and ensure even distribution.
  4. Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Cool: Let the cakes cool in their pans for about 10 minutes. Then, gently remove them and place on wire racks to cool completely to room temperature before frosting.
  6. Frost: Once fully cooled, frost the cakes generously with healthy cream cheese frosting. Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top if desired for added texture and flavor.
  7. Serve: Slice the cake and serve as a delightful and nutritious dessert or snack.

Notes

  • You can substitute olive oil with avocado oil for a milder flavor.
  • Ensure orange juice is pulp-free for a smoother batter consistency.
  • Use a high-powered blender to achieve a smooth batter without lumps.
  • If you don’t have three 6-inch cake pans, smaller pans can be used but adjust baking time accordingly.
  • For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and use a dairy-free cream cheese frosting.
  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/oatmeal-carrot-cake-with-healthy-cream-cheese-frosting-recipe/