This Mini Oatmeal and Chocolate Cake recipe is a delightful treat, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. The cake is incredibly moist and boasts a deep chocolate flavor, balanced with the wholesome goodness of oatmeal. The use of Greek yogurt and ghee in the batter ensures a rich and tender crumb, while monk fruit and maple honey add natural sweetness without being overpowering. Vanilla extract enhances the flavor profile. This cake is layered and topped with date caramel and melted chocolate, offering a luxurious and indulgent experience.
Why You'll Love This: If you're a fan of chocolate and looking for a healthier option without compromising on taste, this mini cake is for you. The combination of oatmeal and Greek yogurt makes it more nutritious than your average cake, and the natural sweeteners mean you can indulge guilt-free. This cake is perfect for those seeking a small portion for a special treat.
Perfect Occasion: This mini cake is ideal for a cozy afternoon tea, a special dessert after a meal, or when you're in the mood for something sweet but not too heavy. It's also great for small celebrations or as a thoughtful homemade gift for a friend or loved one.
Recipe: Ingredients:
- 80 g Greek yogurt
- 30 g melted ghee
- 1 egg
- 60 ml plant milk
- 50 g monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tbsp maple honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 95 g oat flour
- 20 g cocoa powder
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F). Grease a small cake mold.
- In one bowl, mix Greek yogurt, melted ghee, egg, plant milk, monk fruit, maple honey, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine baking powder, oat flour, and cocoa powder.
- Combine the contents of both bowls.
- Pour the mixture into the greased mold.
- Bake for 25 minutes.
- To serve, slice the cake in half and fill with date caramel. Top with melted chocolate.
The homemade date caramel can be made by blending dates until smooth, adding a little water if necessary. Enjoy this exquisite Mini Oatmeal and Chocolate Cake as a delightful treat! 🍰🍫🍯