Easy & Healthy Oatmeal Apple Loaf
No Refined Sugar • No White Flour • Naturally Sweetened
This wholesome oatmeal apple loaf is soft, moist, and naturally sweet from fruits alone. It’s perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a healthy snack. Packed with oats, apples, bananas, dried fruits, and nuts, it’s both nourishing and satisfying.
🥧 Ingredients
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1 cup fine rolled oats (or oat flour)
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3 medium apples, peeled and grated or finely chopped
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½ cup water
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1 ripe banana, mashed
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3.5 oz (100 g) dried blueberries
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3.5 oz (100 g) raisins
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon cinnamon powder (optional, for warmth and flavor)
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½ cup mixed nuts, chopped (almonds, walnuts, or your choice)
🥣 Instructions
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Prepare the Oats
If using rolled oats, blend them into a fine flour using a blender or food processor. Set aside. -
Cook the Apples
Add the grated apples and water to a saucepan. Cook on medium heat for 5–7 minutes until soft and slightly thick. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. -
Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mash the banana. Add the eggs and whisk well. Stir in the cooked apples. -
Combine Dry Ingredients
Add oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, dried blueberries, raisins, and chopped nuts to the wet mixture. Mix until fully combined. -
Prepare for Baking
Line or lightly grease a loaf pan. Pour in the batter and smooth the top. Sprinkle extra nuts on top if desired. -
Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. -
Cool & Serve
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with yogurt and fresh blueberries
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Enjoy plain with tea or coffee
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Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days