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1-Bowl Apple Oat Cake

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Simple apple almond cake made in one bowl with gluten-free oats,  tart apples, and slivered almonds. Try it for fall dessert, breakfast, or snack.

Guys, apparently I missed the apples.

WHAT?!

At my farm photoshoot last week I was seriously excited to pick some apples but as it turns out the apple orchards were closed for the year.

So I played with pumpkins instead and later bought some gorgeous Granny Smiths for the sole purpose of baking with.

They were clearly destined for cake, although I didn’t know it then.

If you’re thinking, Lauren, the last thing I need right now is another dessert recipe with Halloween candy laying around in plain sight.

Well, this is the kind of cake you can enjoy all fall long once the candy is long gone.

Also, can I just add that this 1-Bowl Apple Oat Cake is so much more than dessert.

It’s nutritious and filling with gluten-free oats, tart apples, and crunchy almonds.

Apple season is when we say it is and I say it’s now and it’s in our kitchens!

Granny Smith Apples

The inspiration for this 1-Bowl Apple Oat Cake comes from an old family recipe!

My mom used to make apple cake that we enjoyed after brisk fall walks around the neighborhood with the sun low in the sky.

The original recipe called for two cups of sugar, oil, and eggs, so I made some F&V swap outs to make the recipe vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and oil-free.

Here’s what you need:

  • flax eggs
  • unrefined coconut sugar
  • unsweetened apple sauce
  • unsweetened almond milk
  • Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Oat Flour
  • Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • baking powder
  • cinnamon
  • slivered almonds
  • tart apples

The result is a perfectly sweet and spiced oat cake with big chunks of baked apples, crunchy almonds.

Yum.

1-Bowl Apple Almond Oat Cake Ingredients

The recipe is sweetened with unrefined coconut sugar and cut in half from the original amount.

I used unsweetened almond milk and unsweetened apple sauce to add moisture instead of oil.

“Flax eggs” bind the ingredients instead of regular eggs.

Instead of using all-purpose flour, I used Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Oat Flour and Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats to create a hearty gluten-free cake-base!

These are my absolute favorite oats that are organic and certified gluten-free!

If you prefer heartier cake, add in more oats, and if you prefer less texture, use more oat flour.

You can also make your own oat flour by pulsing Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats in the blender until it’s in a fine flour.

1-Bowl Apple Almond Oat Cake in bowl

Let’s talk apple cake aesthetics.

I love the presentation of making the cake in a circular pan, but if you don’t have a round cake, try using a pie pan like I did or a rectangular dish of similar size.

This cake, while delicious, isn’t the most attractive coming out of the oven.

Just being honest.

The baked apples, almonds, and oats all turn a toasty monochromatic brown that is delicious but not the most visually exciting.

I recommend you make a fun apple arrangement on top with sliced apples to give the cake some color and character!

You know me well enough by now to know that baking is my preferred therapy of choice, and food styling is my art.

But you do you!

You can throw the apples on top on in any way you see fit, however geometric or abstract you see fit, and it’ll still taste amazing!

1-Bowl Apple Almond Oat Cake by Flora & Vino

I love this 1-Bowl Apple Oat Cake because it’s so much more than a dessert cake.

In fact, it isn’t really a cake at all in the traditional sense, because it’s dense, hearty, and packed with protein and fiber.

This is the kind of cake that you can eat for breakfast or a snack and feel good about it.

Try mixing things up by subbing walnuts or pecans instead of the slivered almonds.

I also think adding dried fruit like raisins or dried cranberries might be fun, too.

Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to one week and slices can be stored in the freezer for months.

Try slathering on a layer of nut butter for “icing” or drizzling with maple syrup for some extra sweetness.

1-Bowl Apple Almond Oat Cake by Flora & Vino

If you make this 1-Bowl Apple Oat Cake, let me know!

Be sure to leave me a comment, rating, and review so I can use your feedback to create more yums. 

Give me a shout on Instagram and use #floraandvino to show me your creations.

Check out my Pinterest page to pin more recipe like this one to make later.

Want more oil-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free baked goods?

Check out my Pumpkin Cacao Cranberry Muffins, Acorn Squash Apple Cinnamon Raisin Muffins, and Banana Chia Chocolate Chip Muffins, too!

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XO Lauren

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1-Bowl Apple Oat Cake


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5 from 2 reviews

  • Author: Flora & Vino
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 mins
  • Yield: 8-12 servings
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Simple apple almond cake made in one bowl with gluten-free oats,  tart apples, and slivered almonds. Try it for fall dessert, breakfast, or snack.


Ingredients

APPLE OAT CAKE

  • 2 flax eggs (2 TBSP ground flaxseed + 5 TBSP filtered water)
  • 1 cup unrefined coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 cup Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Oat Flour
  • 1 cup Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup slivered almonds
  • 2 cup diced tart apples (I used Granny Smith)

TOPPING:

  • ~2 tart apples, thinly sliced with a mandoline

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a cake pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with avocado or coconut oil.
  2. In a large bowl, prepare your flax eggs by whisking together flaxseed and filtered water and allow to sit and gel for a few minutes.
  3. Add coconut sugar, apple sauce, and almond milk and mix to combine.
  4. Add in the oats, oat flour, baking soda, and cinnamon and mix well with a spatula to combine.
  5. Fold in the diced apples and slivered almond and stir to combine.
  6. Spread mixture into an even layer the cake pan then top with thinly sliced apples in desired pattern of choice.
  7. Bake for 40-45 mins, until golden brown around the edges and a fork comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool slightly and serve. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to one week and freeze for long term storage.
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Oven-Bake
  • Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Refined Sugar-Free

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Filed Under: All Food Recipes, Breakfast, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Refined Sugar-Free, Sweets & Treats

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  1. Theresa

    November 2, 2019 at 2:07 pm

    I made this the other day and it was delicious! I absolutely loved it and will definitely be making it again!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Flora & Vino

      November 5, 2019 at 4:46 pm

      Hey Theresa! Thank you for commenting! So glad you made this and loved it! I love it for fall!

      XOXO Lauren

      Reply
  2. Anonymous

    November 30, 2020 at 4:58 am

    Hi Lauren! Looking at photos and reading the recipe, do you use slivered or sliced almonds? This is a must-cake to do in the fall weather!
    Thank you, have a nice day:)

    Reply
  3. Anonymous

    November 30, 2020 at 4:58 am

    Hi Lauren! Looking at photos and reading the recipe, do you use slivered or sliced almonds? This is a must-cake to do in the fall weather!
    Thank you, have a nice day:)

    Reply
  4. Flora & Vino

    November 30, 2020 at 12:13 pm

    Hi there! I typically use slivered almonds for this recipe. Let me know how it goes!

    XOXO Lauren

    Reply
  5. Esther

    February 24, 2021 at 6:06 pm

    Can I use regular eggs instead of flax eggs?

    Reply
    • Flora & Vino

      October 5, 2021 at 11:51 am

      Hi Esther,

      I haven’t tested this– but it should work!

      XOXO Lauren

      Reply
  6. Wendy

    September 18, 2021 at 10:30 am

    Is it possible to use date syrup or date paste instead of the sugar? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Flora & Vino

      October 5, 2021 at 11:51 am

      Hi Wendy,

      I haven’t tested this; but it’s worth a shot!

      XOXO Lauren

      Reply
  7. Madeline

    October 13, 2022 at 12:17 am

    I love this! Perfect fall apple cake. I love recipes that remind me of apple pie but are a lot easier to make 🙂 I used half the coconut sugar and subbed walnut pieces for the almonds. It turned out beautifully! I will be making this again for sure. Thanks for the recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • Flora & Vino

      October 13, 2022 at 10:25 am

      Hi Madeline,

      I’m so glad that you enjoyed this apple cake! I’m thinking of making it this weekend to share with friends. Love the walnuts substitute!

      XOXO Lauren

      Reply

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