Soft, moist, lightly sweet, and wholesome — made from only oats, apples, eggs, and a few natural ingredients. This loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or anyone following a clean-eating lifestyle. Even without sugar or flour, it bakes up tender and flavorful thanks to the apples and oats.
Ingredients
(Based on the loaf shown in your photo)
1 cup (100 g) oatmeal (rolled oats or quick oats)
2 medium apples, peeled & chopped
2 eggs
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
¼ cup nuts (almonds, walnuts, or mixed — for topping)
¼ cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional but shown inside the batter)
2–3 tbsp oil (olive oil, coconut oil, or melted butter)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the Apples
Peel and chop the apples into small pieces.
Place them in a blender or food processor.
Add eggs, oil, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
Blend until smooth — this becomes your natural “sweetener.”
2. Make the Batter
Add oats and baking powder to a bowl.
Pour in the apple mixture.
Stir until the batter is thick and well combined.
Fold in cranberries or raisins if using.
3. Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Pour the batter into a loaf pan (your image shows a silicone mold).
Sprinkle chopped nuts generously on top.
Bake 45–55 minutes, or until golden brown and firm in the center.
Cool before slicing to allow the loaf to set.
Notes
The sweetness comes ONLY from the apples and dried fruit (if added).
For a stronger apple flavor, cook the apples briefly before blending.
Quick oats make a softer loaf; rolled oats make it heartier.
This loaf is dense and moist — more like a breakfast bread than a cake.
Tips
Extra sweet: Add one more apple or a mashed banana.
More protein: Add 1 scoop unflavored or vanilla protein powder.
More moisture: Add 2–3 tbsp yogurt.
Nut-free: Skip nuts or replace with seeds (pumpkin, sunflower).
Storage: Keeps 3–4 days in the fridge or 2 months frozen.
Servings
Makes 1 loaf
Serves 8–10 slices
Estimated Nutritional Info (per slice)
(Approximate – varies by apples and nuts used)
Calories: 95–130
Protein: 3–4 g
Carbs: 14–18 g
Fat: 3–6 g
Fiber: 2–3 g
Sugar: 5–9 g (natural from apples)
Benefits
No added sugar — sweetened naturally with apples.
No flour — ideal for gluten-free eating (use certified GF oats).
High in fiber — oats and apples promote digestion.
Heart healthy — oats help lower cholesterol.
Gentle on the stomach — soft texture, easy to digest.
Perfect for breakfast — long-lasting energy, no sugar crash.
Q & A
Q: Can I use steel-cut oats?
No — they won’t soften enough. Use rolled or quick oats.
Q: Can I replace the apples?
Yes! Use 3 ripe bananas instead for a banana-oat loaf.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
Yes — replace eggs with:
2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 6 tbsp water)
Q: Why is my loaf too dense?
You may need a bit more baking powder or longer baking time.
Q: Can I add more fruit?
Absolutely — blueberries, raspberries, grated carrot, or pear all work.
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