The WW Sweet Healthy and Blue-free Oat Apple and Carrot Cake is yummy. It has 115 calories per serving and takes 45 minutes to make. You may serve your cake at parties, occasions, festivals, events, lunches, functions, dinners, or birthdays. It contains rolled oats, apples, carrots, egg whites, non-fat Greek yogurt, maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, baking powder, & salt. Also, you may pair your cake with plain Greek yogurt, green tea, fresh berries, apple slices, herbal tea, banana slices, or black coffee. We may keep your cake in the refrigerator for five days. This WW Sweet Healthy and Blue-free Oat Apple and Carrot Cake is Weight Watchers-friendly and has low calories as well. Preparing this recipe is not hard, as the instructions are easy.
STATS:
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Cuisine: American
- Servings: 8 slices
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Oven
- 8-inch cake pan
- Whisk
- Mixing bowls
- Blender
- Baking paper
- Box grater
- Measuring cups
INGREDIENTS:
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- 2 medium grated apples
- Two medium grated carrots
- 2 large egg whites
- ¾ cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- Quarter cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- One tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- One pinch salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ROLLED OATS:
- We use them as the main component in your healthy cake. They make your cake soft and give it texture. You may utilize whole wheat flour as another option.
APPLES:
- Apples give natural sweetness and softness to your cake. We will use grated apples in your recipe as they blend smoothly in your batter. They make your cake satisfying. You may use pears as an alternative.
CARROTS:
- They make your cake soft and give it color. Also, carrots provide moisture to your cake and pair perfectly with oats, maple syrup, and cinnamon. You may replace them with sweet potato as per your preference.
EGG WHITES:
- Egg whites bind your components together & make the texture of your cake lighter. They also help your cake to rise and provide a softer texture. We may use whole eggs as another idea.
NON-FAT GREEK YOGURT:
- Non-fat Greek yogurt provides moisture and creaminess to your recipe. It gives your cake a soft texture & maintains the sweetness. Use mashed banana instead if you want to add moisture to your cake.
PURE MAPLE SYRUP:
- Maple syrup gives natural sweetness to your cake and blends smoothly with cinnamon, apples, and oats. It also includes moisture in your cake. You may use date syrup to give a caramel-like taste to your cake.
UNSWEETENED APPLESAUCE:
- It provides a natural apple taste and low calories to your cake. Also, it makes your cake moist and soft. You may utilize mashed banana as an alternative.
BAKING POWDER:
- Baking powder rises your cake and avoids heaviness. Use baking soda as another idea.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Heat your oven to 180°C and cover your pan with parchment.
- You will blend half a cup of oats to make oat flour.
- Then mix baking powder, oat flour, cinnamon, salt, and oats in a bowl.
- Whisk egg whites, non-fat Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and applesauce in another bowl, then stir grated apples & grated carrots in your bowl.
- Now pour your wet components into the dry and gently mix.
- Lastly, add your batter to your pan and bake for 30 minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DRINKS:
- Green Tea
- Almond Milk Latte
- Oat Milk Coffee
- Black Coffee
DESSERT:
- Cinnamon Pears
- Frozen Yogurt
- Warm Berry Sauce
MAIN:
- Fresh Berry Salad
- Chia Pudding
- Cottage Cheese Bowl
TIPS:
- We will use sweet potatoes to provide natural sweetness to your cake.
- Grate carrots and apples right before using to get the best moisture.
- You may include extra cinnamon for a stronger taste in this recipe.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep your cake in a vessel for five days.
FREEZER:
- You will wrap the slices and freeze them for 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I use whole eggs instead of egg whites in my recipe?
- Yes, you may use whole eggs, but the calories will increase.
How can I make my cake vegan?
- You may utilize vegan yogurt instead of Greek yogurt to make your cake vegan.
Is my cake too sweet?
- No, your cake has natural sweetness from apples, carrots, and maple syrup.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 14 grams
Iron: 1.2 g
Total Carbs: 17 grams
Vitamin A: 3100 IU
Fiber: 3 grams
Calcium: 72 g
Protein: 6 grams
Sodium: 120 g
Potassium: 190 grams
Calories: 115 kcal
Weight Watcher Points: 3 Points