Introduction
This oatmeal, apple, and carrot bake is a naturally sweet, nourishing dish made without refined sugar or flour. It relies on the natural sweetness of fruit and dried apricots to create a soft, comforting texture with a warm aroma. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or a light dessert, this recipe is ideal for anyone following a clean-eating or sugar-free lifestyle.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
2 cups (200 g) rolled oats, chopped in a blender
1 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
1 cup (240 ml) milk of your choice (almond, oat, coconut, or dairy)
Fruits and Add-ins
1 carrot, grated
1 apple, grated or finely chopped
9 dried apricots, rinsed with hot water and chopped
4 tablespoons raisins, rinsed with hot water
Optional Flavorings
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preparation
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease a baking dish lightly with oil or line with baking paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine chopped oats and baking powder.
Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt if using. Mix well.
Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, pour in the milk and vanilla extract.
Combine
Add grated carrot, grated apple, chopped apricots, and raisins to the oat mixture.
Pour in the milk and stir until everything is well combined.
The mixture should be moist but not runny.
Bake
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden and the center is set.
Cool
Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or cold.
Methods
Blending Method
Chopping oats in a blender creates a softer, cake-like texture without using flour.
Natural Sweetening Method
Dried apricots, raisins, apple, and carrot provide sweetness without any added sugar.
Baking Method
Slow oven baking allows oats to absorb moisture and bind with fruit, forming a tender structure.
History
Oat-based bakes originated in European and rural kitchens as a way to make filling meals using grains and seasonal fruits. Over time, recipes evolved into sugar-free versions for health-conscious diets, using carrots and apples for natural sweetness and moisture.
Benefits
Oats support heart health and digestion.
Carrots are rich in vitamin A and antioxidants.
Apples provide fiber and natural sugars.
Dried apricots and raisins supply iron and potassium.
No refined sugar or flour makes this recipe suitable for clean eating.
Formation
During baking, oats absorb milk and fruit juices, forming a soft structure. Carrot and apple release moisture, while dried fruits soften and sweeten the mixture. Baking powder gives a light lift, preventing heaviness.
Nutrition (approx per serving)
Calories: 180
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Protein: 5 g
Fat: 3 g
Fiber: 5 g
Vitamin A: 60% daily value
Iron: 10% daily value
Conclusion
This oatmeal, apple, and carrot bake is simple, wholesome, and naturally sweet. It proves that desserts and breakfast bakes can be delicious without sugar or flour. Easy to prepare and perfect for all ages, it is a healthy alternative to traditional cakes.
For Lovers
Oat lovers enjoy its soft and hearty texture.
Fruit lovers appreciate the natural sweetness of apple and apricot.
Health lovers value its clean ingredients and nourishing benefits.
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