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Healthy Apple Cake Made with Oats, Greek Yogurt, and Cinnamon Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Healthy Apple Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert made with wholesome ingredients like oats, Greek yogurt, and apples. Oil-free, refined sugar-free, and flourless, it delivers comforting apple cinnamon flavors and is quick to prepare using a blender. Perfect for a nutritious snack or light treat, this cake is simple to bake and can be easily customized with add-ins or substitutions.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 medium apple, about 5.3 oz (150 g)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup (120 g) Greek yogurt, minimum 2% fat
  • 1 cup (100 g) rolled oats
  • 2 to 6 tbsp maple syrup or honey, to taste
  • ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ tsp baking powder (optional but recommended)
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 5 inch (12 cm) round baking mold with parchment paper or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the Apple: Wash, core, and optionally peel the apple. Cut it into chunks suitable for blending.
  3. Blend the Batter: In a high speed blender, combine the diced apple with the egg, Greek yogurt, rolled oats, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
  4. Optional Add-ins: After blending, stir in additional ingredients such as extra apple chunks or chopped walnuts if desired for added texture.
  5. Rest the Batter: Let the batter rest in the fridge for 10 minutes to allow oats to absorb moisture and thicken slightly.
  6. Transfer to Baking Mold: Pour the batter into the prepared baking mold, spreading it out evenly. Optionally, top with thin slices of apple for decoration.
  7. Bake: Place the cake on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This helps the cake to set and enhances its texture.

Notes

  • Storage: Let the cake cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
  • Variations: Substitute the apple with a medium banana or pear for a different flavor profile. For a vegan version, replace the egg with a flaxseed or chia egg.
  • High Protein Version: Replace ⅓ cup (30 g) of oats with vanilla-flavored vegan protein powder or casein, adjusting moisture with a splash of milk if necessary.
  • Add-ins: Enhance the cake by stirring in chopped walnuts, diced almonds, chocolate chips, raisins, or extra apple chunks.

Find it online: https://emilysplate.com/healthy-apple-cake-made-with-oats-greek-yogurt-and-cinnamon-recipe/