Healthy Diet Cake with Oats and Apples
Enjoy a quick and healthy dessert with this Oats and Apples Cake. This cake is made without flour, butter, or sugar, making it a perfect guilt-free treat. The natural sweetness of apples and the wholesome goodness of oats combine to create a delicious and nutritious cake that is perfect for any time of day.
INGREDIENTS:
Gluten-free oat flakes: 230 g (2 1/2 cups)
Dried blueberries (optional): 40 g (1/4 cup)
Baking powder: 7 g (1 1/2 teaspoons)
Egg yolks: 3
Egg whites: 3
Medium apples: 2, grated or chopped
Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Salt: 1 pinch
Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
Coconut oil (or other fat of your choice): for greasing the mold
Preparation:
Step 1: Preparing the Oats
Blending the Oats: Place 230 g of gluten-free oat flakes into a blender. Blend until they are finely ground, resembling flour. Pour the ground oats into a bowl.
Step 2: Mixing the Dry Ingredients
Adding Dry Ingredients: To the bowl of ground oats, add 7 g of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Mix well to combine.
Step 3: Preparing the Apples
Grating or Chopping Apples: Take 2 medium apples, cut them into pieces without peeling, and grate or chop them. Add the apples to the bowl with the dry ingredients.
Step 4: Mixing the Wet Ingredients
Combining Wet Ingredients: Add 3 egg yolks and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the apple-oat mixture. If using, add 40 g of dried blueberries. Mix with a spatula until the mixture is grainy but soft.
Step 5: Whipping the Egg
Whipping the Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, add a pinch of salt to the 3 egg whites. Using an electric whisk, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
Step 6: Combining the Mixtures
Folding in the Egg Whites: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the oat mixture in two stages. Use a spatula to stir gently from the bottom upwards, ensuring the mixture remains airy.
Step 7: Preparing the Baking Mold
Greasing the Mold: Grease a 26×10 cm glass plumcake mold with coconut oil (or another fat of your choice). Pour the mixture into the mold and level it well.
Step 8: Baking the Cake
Baking: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the mold in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean.
Step 9: Cooling and Serving
Cooling: Allow the cake to cool in the mold before removing it.
Serving: Once cooled, remove the cake from the mold, slice it, and serve. Enjoy this healthy and delicious cake with your favorite beverage.
This Healthy Diet Cake with Oats and Apples is a perfect way to enjoy a sweet treat without compromising on health. The combination of oats, apples, and a touch of cinnamon creates a delightful flavor and texture. This cake is not only quick and easy to make but also packed with nutrients. Enjoy this healthy dessert with family and friends!