This easy oatmeal carrot cake is soft, moist, and packed with wholesome ingredients—perfect for toddlers and the whole family! Naturally sweetened and made with oats and carrots, it’s a nutritious treat for breakfast, snack time, or dessert.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots
- ½ cup applesauce (unsweetened)
- 1 egg
For Flavor:
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a small baking dish or loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine oats, grated carrots, cinnamon, and baking powder. Add applesauce, egg, vanilla, and honey (if using). Mix until well combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool before slicing into toddler-friendly squares or bars.
This easy oatmeal carrot cake is naturally sweet, packed with fiber, and perfect for little hands. A great way to sneak in veggies while keeping it delicious!
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 8g
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