Description
Discover the delightful blend of flavors in this Easy Oatmeal Carrot Cake. A classic twist that combines wholesome oats and shredded carrots, topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, making it perfect for any dessert occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 4 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: rolled oats, grated carrots, and brown sugar.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, rolled oats, and grated carrots. Let it sit for a few minutes.
- Incorporate the remaining ingredients— sugars, eggs, oil, and vanilla. Blend until smooth. Add nuts if desired.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool before frosting.
- Prepare the cream cheese frosting by whipping cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread generously over the cake.
Notes
- Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- The cake can be frozen for longer storage, wrapped tightly to maintain freshness.
- For gluten-free options, use certified gluten-free oats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg