Healthy Gluten-Free Breakfast Apple Oat Cake (Flourless)

Start your day on a deliciously wholesome note with our recipe for Healthy Gluten-Free Breakfast Apple Oat Cake. Since it is only sweetened with banana and apple it is perfect for baby-led weaning babies or as a snack for toddlers and bigger kids.

This recipe was inspired by Baby ABC Muffins with Apple, Banana and Carrot, Healthy Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies, Easy And Healthy Baked Oatmeal With Chocolate Chips and Apple Banana Oatmeal.

Oatmeal Apple Cake Ingredients

To make this easy apple cake recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

• rolled oats: Provides a hearty and nutritious base for the cake. You can substitute with quick oats instead. 
• baking powder: Acts as a leavening agent for the cake, ensuring a light and fluffy texture.
• salt: Enhances the flavor of the other ingredients.
• cinnamon: Adds warmth and depth to the cake's flavor profile.
• bananas: Overripe, mashed. Adds natural sweetness and moisture to the cake.
• apple: use fresh apples especially when in apple season. 
• yogurt: Adds moisture and a slight tanginess to the cake. You can use plain yogurt, Greek yogurt or even a vegan option. 
• coconut oil: Provides moisture and richness to the cake, with a hint of coconut flavor. You can use other types of oil like avocado oil or olive oil instead. Even butter is an option. 

How To Make Apple Oatmeal Cake Step by Step Instructions

To make this apple oatmeal breakfast cake, just follow these simple steps: 

1. Preheat the oven to 180℃/350℉ and line an 8-inch square or round baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Place ¾ of the oats in a high-speed blender and blend until you achieve a flour-like consistency.
3. Add all the dry ingredients to the oat flour in the blender and blend until smooth.
4. Grate the apple after washing and peeling it.
5. Mash the banana separately.
6. In a large bowl, combine all the wet ingredients except the apple until well mixed.
7. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and combine thoroughly, either using a high-speed blender, hand mixer, or silicone spatula.
8. Fold in the remaining ¼ of oats and the grated apple pieces using a silicone spatula.
9. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking tin and spread it evenly.
10. Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Allow the cake to cool slightly before removing it from the pan, slicing, and serving.

Apple Oat Cake Additions

For some extra touch and versatility to this healthy apple cake recipe, try some of these variations: 

• For added sweetness, sprinkle the top of the cake with a bit of brown sugar before baking.
• Add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
• For older kids and adults, to make it sweeter, add ¼ cup maple syrup or coconut sugar. 

Oatmeal Apple Cake Variations

To change the original recipe and flavor to this apple oat cake, here are a few of our favorite variations: 

• Substitute mashed avocado or unsweetened applesauce for the banana for a different flavor profile.
• Experiment with different spices such as nutmeg or cardamom for a unique twist.
• Try using different types of apples, such as Granny Smith or Pink Lady, depending on your personal preference.

Oat Cake Without Sugar Storage

• Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for longer freshness.
• To freeze, wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap and store them in an airtight container or silicone freezer bag for up to 3 months.

Top tip

For a really moist cake, make sure you don't overbake it. Once you can smell the cake when it is baking, check the middle with the toothpick every minute or two.

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