Flourless Oatmeal Carrot Cake (Printable)

Soft carrot cake with oats & honey. Kid-friendly, refined sugar-free, and deliciously tender.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base Components

01 - 2 large eggs
02 - 1/2 cup honey
03 - 2 medium carrots, shredded
04 - 1 cup old-fashioned oats
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a 7x7 inch (18 cm) baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
02 - Combine eggs, honey, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, butter, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl. Use an immersion blender to blend until a smooth batter is achieved. Alternatively, blend all ingredients in a stand blender until uniform.
03 - Gently fold the shredded carrots into the blended batter using a spatula, ensuring even distribution throughout.
04 - Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
05 - Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan. Once cooled, slice and serve as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Refined sugar-free
  • Kid-approved and simple ingredients
02 -
  • This carrot cake is tasty on its own without any frosting.
  • You can add cream cheese, honey, and vanilla mixed together as a super easy frosting.
03 -
  • Blend ingredients well for a smooth cake texture.
  • Test doneness with a toothpick to avoid overbaking.
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