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Oatmeal Apple Cake

Oatmeal Apple Cake
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The Oatmeal Apple Cake is a cozy, wholesome dessert that blends hearty rolled oats with fresh apples and warm fall spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. It delivers a soft, moist texture with a perfectly spiced flavor, ideal for family gatherings, breakfasts, or comforting snacks during the autumn season.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter or oil (such as vegetable or coconut oil)
  • 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan version)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk (or plant-based milk for dairy-free)

Produce

  • 2 cups fresh apples, grated or finely chopped (peeled or unpeeled)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Grate or finely chop the apples and measure out the oats, flour (or gluten-free blend), brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and baking soda. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter or oil, eggs (or flax eggs), vanilla extract, and milk or buttermilk until smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently to create a thick batter. Stir in the grated or chopped apples last, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overmixing to avoid a dense cake.
  4. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool slightly before removing it from the pan.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Slice the cake warm or at room temperature. Serve alone or with a dollop of cream, caramel drizzle, or your favorite garnish.

Notes

  • Use fresh, crisp apples for the best moisture and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter; gently fold to keep the crumb tender.
  • Adjust cinnamon and nutmeg quantities to your taste or use pre-mixed apple spices.
  • Test for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean but the cake should still feel moist.
  • Choose rolled oats over instant oats for better texture.

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Keywords: oatmeal apple cake, fall dessert, apple cake, healthy cake, gluten-free cake option, autumn dessert, spiced apple cake

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