Description
A wholesome and delicious breakfast cake made with oats, fresh apples, warm spices, and natural sweeteners, perfect for a cozy morning or a make-ahead snack.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup whole wheat flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Pinch of salt
2 eggs
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup milk (any kind—dairy or plant-based)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups finely chopped apple (peeled if preferred)
Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Optional: 1 tbsp chia or flax seeds
Optional: Sprinkle of oats + cinnamon on top before baking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup (or honey), applesauce, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
- Fold in the chopped apples and any optional add-ins like nuts or seeds.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle extra oats and cinnamon on top for added texture and flavor.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving warm, or allow it to cool completely and slice into bars for easy breakfasts on the go.
Notes
Use almond flour or gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe gluten-free.
Replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg) for a vegan version.
Add nuts or seeds for extra texture and nutrition.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat slices in the microwave or toaster oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/9 of cake)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
