Healthy Apple Cinnamon Olive Oil Cake with Cashew Frosting

DESSERTS

Dec 19

Indulge in a lighter, healthier twist on a classic dessert with this Apple Cinnamon Olive Oil Cake, topped with a creamy, dairy-free cashew frosting. Perfectly spiced, delightfully moist and packed with fiber, it's a treat that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!

🍽 Servings: 0 🕓 Prep Time: 10 mins 🕓 Cook Time: 35 mins

INGREDIENTS

Apple Cinnamon Cake
◦ 5 tbsp water
◦ 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds

◦ 1 cup gluten-free flour blend (or whole wheat flour if not gf)
◦ 3/4 cup textured vegetable protein, dry
◦ 1/3 cup oat bran
◦ 2 tsp baking soda
◦ 2 tsp ground cinnamon
◦ 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
◦ 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
◦ 1/4 tsp salt
◦ 1/4 tsp ground ginger

◦ 1 cup apple, grated
◦ 3/4 cup applesauce, unsweetened
◦ 1/2 cup soy milk
◦ 1/3 cup olive oil
◦ 1/3 cup maple syrup

Cashew Frosting
◦ 1 1/2 cup cashews, soaked overnight or 30 minutes in boiling water (about 1 cup dry)
◦ 1/4 cup maple syrup
◦ 1/4 cup soy milk (or more for a thinner consistency)
◦ 1 tsp ground cinnamon

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 375F.

2. In a small bowl, mix the flaxseed meal with water. Let thicken for 5 minutes.

3. Grease a 8x8 inch baking dish with avocado oil spray and line with parchment paper. Set aside.

4. In a large bowl, add the dry ingredients and whisk to combine everything. Set aside.

5. In another large bowl, add the wet ingredients and the flaxseed egg and whisk for 1-2 minutes.

6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix with a spoon or spatula to combine.

7. Pour the batter into the baking dish and spread evenly.

8. Bake for about 35 minutes in the center of the oven. Let it cool for at least 10-15 minutes.

9. In a tall bowl, add the ingredients for the frosting and blend with an immersion blender or a high-speed blend until you get a creamy and smooth texture.

10. Once it’s cooled, top the cake with the cashew frosting. Cut the cake into 9 squares.

🌱 Enjoy every bite,

Martina.

NUTRITION FACTS

✦ Per piece of cake: 8g of protein & 5g of fiber.

✦ Oat bran is rich in soluble fiber, particularly beta-glucan, which can help lower cholesterol levels, improve heart health, and stabilize blood sugar.

✦ TVP is an excellent plant-based protein source, high in fiber and low in fat, making it a very versatile food to add in baked good for a protein and fiber boost.

✦ Apples contain a range of antioxidants, such as flavonoids and polyphenols, that help combat oxidative stress and reduce inflammation, potentially lowering the risk of chronic diseases.

✦ The fiber in these cupcakes stabilizes blood sugar levels, recudes LDL-cholesterol and promotes healthy digestion, preventing constipation and supporting a healthy gut microbiome.

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