Healthy Oatmeal and Fruit Cake

Ingredients

Cake

• • 100 grams (3.5 oz) oatmeal
  • 1 carrot

• • 2 medium apples
  • 90 ml water
  • 1 banana

• • Sweetener to taste (e.g., stevia)
  • 2 eggs
  • 10 grams baking powder (2 teaspoons)

• • 1 teaspoon vanillin extract
  • 40 grams dried apricots (1.5 oz)
  • 100 grams dried cranberries (3.5 oz)

Topping

• • 30 grams (1 oz) sugar-free white chocolate
  • 1.5 tablespoons sugar-free yogurt
  • 30 grams almonds (1 oz)

Directions

1. Prepare the Oats:
   • Grind 100 grams of oatmeal in a blender until it becomes a fine flour.
2. Prepare the Fruits:
   • • Peel and chop 1 carrot and 2 medium apples.
   • Blend the carrot and apples with 90 ml of water until smooth.
3. Prepare the Cake Batter:
   • • In a large bowl, combine the oat flour, carrot-apple puree, and 1 mashed banana.
   • • Add sweetener to taste (such as stevia).
     • Mix in 2 eggs, 10 grams of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of vanillin extract.
     • Chop 40 grams of dried apricots and 100 grams of dried cranberries. Soak them in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain and add to the batter.
   • Mix well to combine all ingredients.
4. Bake the Cake:
   • • Preheat the oven to 180°C (360°F).
   • • Grease a 20 x 7 cm (8 x 3 inch) pan with olive or vegetable oil.
     • Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
     • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Prepare the Topping:
   • • Melt 30 grams of sugar-free white chocolate over a double boiler.
     • Stir in 1.5 tablespoons of sugar-free yogurt until smooth.
   • Grind 30 grams of almonds.
6. Finish the Cake:
   • • Once the cake is baked and slightly cooled, pour the white chocolate yogurt glaze over the top.
   • Sprinkle with ground almonds.

Serving Suggestions

• • Serve as a healthy dessert or a nutritious snack.

• Pair with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat.

Cooking Tips

• • Ensure the dried fruits are soaked and drained well to keep the cake moist.
  • Adjust the sweetness to your preference with your choice of sweetener.

Nutritional Benefits

• Oats are a great source of fiber and help in maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.
• Carrots and apples provide vitamins and antioxidants.
• Dried fruits add natural sweetness and additional nutrients.