Easy & Delicious Oatmeal Apple Cake

🧾 Ingredients

200 g oat flakes
250 ml milk
3 eggs (room temperature)
2 ripe bananas
1 apple
Cinnamon, to taste

Optional (for extra flavor or texture):

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (only if bananas are not sweet)
A handful of chopped walnuts or pecans

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Soak the Oats

Place the oat flakes in a large mixing bowl.

Pour in the milk and stir well.

Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes so the oats soften and absorb the liquid. This helps create a moist and tender cake texture.

2. Prepare the Fruit

Peel the bananas and mash them with a fork until smooth.

Wash the apple, remove the core, and slice it into thin, even slices. Set aside for topping.

3. Make the Batter

Add the mashed bananas to the soaked oats.

Crack in the eggs.

Add cinnamon according to your taste.

Mix everything thoroughly with a whisk or spoon until the batter is smooth and evenly combined.

If using honey or maple syrup, stir it in now.

4. Prepare for Baking

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Grease a round cake pan or line it with baking paper.

Pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly.

Arrange the apple slices neatly on top in a circular or decorative pattern.

If using nuts, sprinkle them over the top.

5. Bake

Place the pan in the preheated oven.

Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until:

The cake feels firm in the center
A toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean
The apple slices on top are lightly golden

Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for about 10–15 minutes.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

Serve:

Warm or cold
With tea or coffee
With yogurt or a light drizzle of honey
As a breakfast cake or snack

⭐ Helpful Tips

✔ Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness
✔ Thin apple slices bake more evenly
✔ Do not overbake to keep the cake soft
✔ You can add raisins or dates for extra sweetness

📦 Storage

Store covered at room temperature for 1 day
Refrigerate for up to 3 days
Can be frozen in slices for up to 1 month