Carrot and Apple Oatmeal Cake with White Chocolate Nut Topping
Ingredients
Oatmeal: 100 grams (1 cup / 3.5 oz)
Carrots: 2 medium-sized
Apples: 2 medium-sized
Water: 70 ml (¼ cup / 2.4 fl oz)
Sweetener (Stevia): to taste
Dried Apricots: 40 grams (⅓ cup / 1.4 oz)
Raisins: 100 grams (½ cup / 3.5 oz)
Eggs: 2 large
Baking Powder: 10 grams (0.35 oz)
Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
Olive Oil: for greasing the mold
Almonds: 20 grams (1/5 cup / 0.7 oz)
Walnuts: 20 grams (1/5 cup / 0.7 oz)
White Chocolate (sugar-free): 30 grams (⅓ cup / 1 oz)
Yogurt: 1.5 tablespoons
Directions
Prepare the Oats:
Grind the oatmeal in a blender until it forms a fine flour. Set aside.
Blend the Carrots and Apples:
Peel and chop the carrots and apples. Place them in a blender with 70 ml of water and blend until smooth.
Mix the Base Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground oatmeal, carrot-apple puree, eggs, baking powder, vanilla extract, and stevia. Mix until well combined.
Prepare the Dried Fruits:
Soak the dried apricots and raisins in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain and pat dry. Chop the dried apricots if needed.
Combine and Bake:
Add the dried apricots and raisins to the batter and mix well. Grease a 16 cm (6-inch) diameter mold with olive oil, then pour in the batter.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (360°F) for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Topping:
Toast the almonds and walnuts in a frying pan until lightly golden, then chop them with a knife.
Melt the white chocolate in a water bath, then stir in the yogurt until smooth.
Decorate the Cake:
Once the cake has cooled slightly, spread the white chocolate-yogurt mixture over the top. Sprinkle with the chopped nuts.
Brew the Vitamin Tea:
Place 2 tablespoons of the vitamin tea blend into a teapot or cup. Pour boiling water over the tea and let it steep for 7-10 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy:
Slice the cake and serve it with a warm cup of vitamin tea.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy a slice of cake for breakfast or as a mid-afternoon snack.
Pair with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of honey for added flavor.
Serve with fresh fruit on the side for a complete and balanced dessert.