Sugar-Free Carrot, Apple and Oatmeal Cake

This sugar-free oatmeal, apple and carrot cake is a delicious and healthy dessert that you will undoubtedly love. Packed with the natural sweetness of fruits and enhanced with the goodness of dried fruits and nuts, it’s perfect for a guilt-free dessert.

Preparation time:

• Preparation time: 20 minutes
• Cooking time: 35-40 minutes.
• Total time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

• 100 grams (3.5 oz) oats
• 1 carrot
• 2 medium apples
• 90 ml of water
• 1 banana
• 40 grams (1.4 oz) raisins
• 100 grams (3.5 oz) dried cranberries
• Sweetener to taste (for example, stevia)
• 2 eggs
• 10 grams (0.4 oz) baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Olive or vegetable oil for greasing
• 30 grams (1 oz) almonds
• 30 grams (1 oz) unsweetened white chocolate
• 1.5 tablespoons unsweetened yogurt

Addresses:

1. Prepare the oats:
   • Grind the oats in a blender until you obtain a fine powder.
2. Prepare the carrot and apples:
   • Peel and chop the carrot and apples.
   • Blend them together with 90 ml of water until a homogeneous mixture remains.
3. Prepare the banana:
   • Mash the banana or blend it until smooth.
   • Mix the blended banana with the carrot and apple mixture.
4. Prepare the nuts:
   • Soak raisins and dried cranberries in cold water for 15 minutes to remove preservatives and activate beneficial substances. Drain well.
5. Prepare the dough:
   • In a large bowl, mix together ground oats, blended fruit, and mashed banana.
   • Add sweetener to taste, eggs, baking powder and vanilla extract. Mix well.
   • Add the soaked and drained dried fruits.
6. Bake the cake:
   • Grease an 8 x 3-inch (20 x 7 cm) pan with olive or vegetable oil.
   • Pour the batter into the mold.
   • Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (360°F) for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
   • Let the cake cool completely before decorating.
7. Prepare the decoration:
   • Grind the almonds.
   • Melt the white chocolate without sugar in a bain-marie.
   • Mix the melted chocolate with 1.5 tablespoons of unsweetened yogurt.
   • Spread the mixture over the cooled cake and sprinkle with ground almonds.

Serving suggestions:

• Serve the cake as a healthy dessert or snack.
• Pair it with a cup of tea or coffee for a delicious snack.

Cooking tips:

• Make sure all the fruits are mixed well to create a smooth dough.
• Adjust the amount of sweetener to your preference.

Nutritional benefits:

• This cake contains no refined sugar and uses the natural sweetness of fruits.
• It provides fiber from oats, apples and carrots, and healthy fats from almonds.

Dietary information:

• This recipe is sugar-free and can be made gluten-free using gluten-free oats.
• It is suitable for vegetarians.

Storage:

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• You can also freeze the cake to preserve it for longer and defrost it before serving.

Why you will love this recipe:

• It is a healthy alternative to traditional cakes without compromising on taste.
• The natural sweetness of the fruits makes it a guilt-free treat.

Conclusion:  Enjoy this delicious and healthy sugar-free oatmeal, apple and carrot cake, perfect for any occasion. Its natural sweetness and nutritious ingredients make it a great option for a healthy dessert. Happy baking!