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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 182 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ½ cups walnuts finely chopped
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 medium ripe banana
  • 1 medium carrot finely chopped or grated
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup sour cream full-fat

Optional:

  • powdered sugar
  • extra chopped walnuts for serving

Instructions
 

  • Peel the banana and mash it with a fork until you get a smooth puree.
  • Finely chop the carrot in a blender, then transfer it to a bowl together with the banana puree and the oats. If the oats are very large, briefly pulse them in the blender as well. Mix everything together.
  • Add the sugar, baking powder and vanilla to the oat mixture and stir well to combine.
  • Wash and dry the eggs, then add them to the oat mixture. Mix again until the eggs are fully incorporated.
  • Pour the warm milk over all the ingredients and let the mixture rest for 15 minutes so the oats can swell and the batter thickens.
  • Add the ground walnuts to the batter, keeping 1–2 tbsp aside for decoration if desired.
  • Stir the batter well and let it rest for another 5 minutes.
  • Pour the oat batter into a silicone baking pan and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 20–25 minutes.
  • Let the carrot cake cool completely in the pan.
  • Flip the silicone pan over to release the cake onto a serving plate.
  • Dust the top with powdered sugar if desired.
  • Spread a thick layer of sour cream over the top and sprinkle with the reserved walnuts.
  • Let the dessert cool slightly, then slice it into pieces and serve.

Notes

  1. For a finer texture, you can blend the oats, especially if they are large—this will make the cake resemble a classic loaf even more.
  2. Use a well-ripened banana with spotted peel, as it is sweeter and helps bind the batter while keeping it moist without needing much added sugar.
  3. If you prefer a more aromatic dessert, you can add a bit of cinnamon or grated orange zest to the mixture—they pair very well with carrots and walnuts.
  4. Let the batter rest for 15 minutes after adding the milk so the oats can absorb the liquid; otherwise, the cake may turn out crumbly.
  5. Do not cut the cake immediately after taking it out of the oven; let it cool, or it may fall apart and you won’t fully enjoy its creamy, delicate texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1414IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg
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