Oatmeal Cake

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huskyoats for gluten free oatmeal cake recipeThere are many reasons to celebrate oatmeal, not the least among them, its long-appreciated health benefits (and gluten free oatmeal cake!). Oats boast both high protein and complex carbohydrates.  Their water-soluble fiber actually improves the level of HDL (“good”) cholesterol and assists in a slow digestion rate, helping to maintain stable blood-glucose levels. 

In fact, oats contain more soluble fiber than any other grain, meaning you’ll feel fuller longer, and they may even help you refrain from too much snacking (bonus!). This healthy cereal grain can even make the claim that it may help reduce the risk of heart disease.

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When I was first diagnosed with celiac disease in the ’90s, oats were on the “must avoid” list, as they were thought to contain gluten. In fact though, it was their contamination from other gluten-containing grains that caused their inclusion in the gluten category.  A study in 1995 published by the New England Journal of Medicine first broke the news that oats may actually be safe for adult celiac patients.

Current medical opinions are fairly united on the fact that uncontaminated oats are safe for most celiacs, once their disease is well-controlled with a fully gluten-free diet.  Still, as with any food, some people will react to oats due to allergies or a sensitivity to food proteins (avenins in oats), so it’s best to discuss with your own health practitioner how and when to introduce oats into your gluten-free diet.

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For more information on incorporating oats safely into a gluten free diet, hop to this article, Is Oatmeal Gluten Free

Ok, so enough background, on to the cake! This recipe is super moist and lasts for many days if kept tightly wrapped. My kids particularly like it with ice cream, but I’m a purist. Feel free to add more or less raisins, or mix it up and use cranberries or other dried fruits instead. 

I have tried it with coconut palm sugar and with regular granulated sugar and there is no detectable difference, so if you’re looking to use a healthier, less-refined, lower glycemic sugar, I’d highly recommend the coconut palm! (Note: I’ve heard from many of you questioning GI ratings for coconut palm; for more information comparing the glycemic index of various brands of coconut palm, read this).

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P.S. – If you’re looking for a perfect gluten-free oatmeal raisin cookie, look no further. I make this cookie (too) often, and usually keep left-over dough in my freezer for oatmeal cookie emergency needs. I highly recommend it!

P.P.S.- Here’s another fun way to incorporate oatmeal into your life this month: making homemade oatmeal soap! I was playing around on the internet and found this fun “recipe” that looks to be quick enough to hold my kids’ attention, so I think I might give it a try! You could also treat yourself to a soothing oatmeal bath by grinding plain oatmeal in a blender until fine, and adding to a hot bath.  Oatmeal is a wonderful moisturizer — something my dry winter skin surely appreciates!

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Oatmeal Cake

Ingredients

  • 10 Tbs. butter or non-dairy alternative (e.g. Earth Balance® Buttery Sticks)
  • 3/4 cup granulated cane sugar (white sugar) or coconut palm sugar
  • 3 eggs (or egg alternative of choice)
  • 1 1/4 cup applebutter or applesauce (plus additional spices, to taste)
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1/2 cup milk, dairy or non-dairy (e.g. Earth Balance® Soy Milk; So Delicious® Coconut Milk; Almond Breeze® Almond Milk)
  • 1 1/2 cups gfJules™All Purpose Flour
  • 1 1/2 cups gfJules™ Certified Gluten-Free Oats[ ]
  • 1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
  • 1 Tbs. baking powder, gluten-free
  • 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice (or 1/2 tsp. nutmeg + 1/4 tsp. cloves + 1/4 tsp. cinnamon)
  • 1 cup baking raisins (or boiled, then drained raisins)
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Boil the apple cider, then pour in a small bowl over measured oats.  Set aside.

Oil and flour (with gfJules™ All Purpose Flour) a bundt or tube pan.  Sprinkle chopped nuts onto the bottom of the pan, if using.  Set aside.

Preheat oven to 350 F.

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugars together until fluffy.  Beat in the eggs or egg substitute, then add the applebutter and milk.  Beat in the flour and other dry ingredients, until fully incorporated. Lastly, stir in the cider-oats mixture and raisins until well-mixed.  The batter will be thick.

Scoop batter into pan on top of the nuts lining the bottom.  Smooth with a rubber spatula then bake for 60-65 minutes, or until the cake tests done with a skewer or cake tester.

Allow cake to cool slightly in pan before turning out and serving.

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  1. Have you tried the chia seed meal? It’s like wheat flour without gluten, but its taste is completely normal. You can substitute regular flour in recipes like cake or cookies muffing. I have used it and my kids love chocolate brownies and cookies. This is a product I am using I recommend 100% and is very good for health and family. There are many articles on YouTube for preparing all kinds of recipes (food Nuchia) is an excellent product and offers food Nuchia. http://www.nuchiafoods.com

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    • Yes, I have experimenting with chia seed meal and chia flour. Thanks for sharing your information. I haven’t found it to work as an equal sub for wheat flour in recipes, but then again nearly anything works to make a good brownie, so why not make it more healthy?!
      I prefer instead to sub some chia in with other flours to enhance nutrition and fiber. It also makes a good egg substitute when mixed with water: 1 tsp ground chia seeds + 3 Tbs. water = 1 egg.

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  2. Jules, I made this Oatmeal Canke recipe today. It is yummy! There’s only 2 of us in this house and It’s already half gone! I’m always looking for something I can take to work for potluck day that makes enough for everyone without costing an arm and leg. I think this is going to fit the bill. Thank’s so much!

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  3. That cake looks awesome!!! The oatmeal month is news to me, but I’m all for celebrating oatmeal!! I’ll have to try this recipe soon!

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