Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup milk
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture, alternating with the Greek yogurt and milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Slice and serve the deliciously healthy oatmeal pound cake with your favorite toppings or enjoy it plain!
Tips:
- For added flavor, you can incorporate chopped nuts, raisins, or dried fruits into the cake batter.
- If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can replace some or all of the brown sugar with honey or maple syrup.
- Make sure to use old-fashioned rolled oats rather than quick oats for a better texture.
- This recipe can be easily adapted to make muffins or cupcakes. Just adjust the baking time accordingly.
Now that you have the perfect recipe for a guilt-free oatmeal pound cake, why not give it a try? Whether it’s for a special occasion or a simple treat, this delicious and healthy cake will surely impress anyone who tastes it. Enjoy!