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Oatmeal Carrot Cake

Irresistibly Moist Oatmeal Carrot Cake You’ll Crave Today

Enjoy a delightful and nutritious Oatmeal Carrot Cake, combining hearty ingredients for a moist and satisfying dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Desserts
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • cake pan

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 cups Rolled oats Essential for texture
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Creates a light base
  • 1 cup Whole wheat flour Adds nutty flavor
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil Ensures moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Provides lift
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Adds fluffiness
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon Offers warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg Adds complexity
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness
  • 3 large Eggs Acts as a binder
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Adds moisture
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar For sweetness
  • 2 cups Shredded carrots Star ingredient

Optional Topping

  • 1 cup Cream cheese frosting Optional topping
  • ½ cup Chopped walnuts or pecans Optional for crunch

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, sift together rolled oats, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Fold in the shredded carrots until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Pour the batter into a greased cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, use fresh carrots and avoid overmixing to ensure a light texture. Store the cake properly to maintain moisture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg
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