Oatmeal Apple & Carrot Bake (No Sugar, No Flour)

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Oatmeal Apple & Carrot Bake (No Sugar, No Flour)

✅ Servings: 6

⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes

⏱ Bake Time: 30–35 minutes

🌱 100% sugar-free, flour-free, and can be dairy-free

🧾 Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (200 g) rolled oats (chopped in a blender into coarse oat flour)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk of your choice (almond, oat, cow’s milk, etc.)
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 1 medium apple, grated (with skin if you prefer)
  • 9 dried apricots, rinsed in hot water and finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons raisins, rinsed in hot water
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil (optional – for added moisture)
  • Pinch of salt

🧁 Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
    Grease or line a small baking dish or loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the oats:
    Blend the rolled oats for a few seconds in a blender or food processor until they look like coarse flour. Not too fine – you want some texture.
  3. Mix dry ingredients:
    In a large bowl, combine the chopped oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Add fruits & veggies:
    Stir in the grated carrot, grated apple, chopped apricots, and raisins.
  5. Combine wet ingredients:
    Add milk, vanilla extract (if using), and oil (if using). Mix everything together well. The mixture will be moist but thick.
  6. Rest the batter (optional):
    Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes so the oats can absorb some liquid. This helps with texture.
  7. Pour and bake:
    Transfer the mixture into your prepared pan and spread evenly.
    Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and serve:
    Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

🍎 Description

This bake is naturally sweet from the apples, carrots, apricots, and raisins. The oats give it a hearty, chewy texture — no sugar or flour needed. It tastes like a soft oatmeal bar or healthy carrot cake, without any guilt.

🔄 Variations & Tips:

  • You can add chopped walnuts or sunflower seeds for crunch.
  • Use banana instead of apple for a different flavor.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for warming spice.
  • Great for meal prep — it keeps well in the fridge for 4–5 days.

🌿 Storage:

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Can also be frozen in slices — reheat in the toaster or microwave.

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