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Easy Oatmeal Carrot Cake

A tender and flavorful treat combining wholesome oats with sweet grated carrots, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar can adjust sweetness
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar can adjust sweetness
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional for texture

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats and grated carrots. Stir in brown sugar and granulated sugar until well mixed.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually fold this into the wet mixture until no dry spots remain. Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans if desired.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  2. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling
  1. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free oats. Adjust sweetness as desired and consider adding raisins or shredded coconut for extra flavor.