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Irresistible Healthy Oatmeal Cake with 12g Protein

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A healthy oatmeal cake with layers of oats and creamy filling, topped with cocoa powder, almonds, and fresh berries.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour (or finely ground oats)
  • 3 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or melted butter)
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk), plus more as needed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1–2 tsp instant espresso powder (for a tiramisu vibe)
  • 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole)
  • 4 oz light cream cheese, softened (or mascarpone if not “light”)
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
  • Fresh raspberries + 1 strawberry (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper (leave overhang for lifting).
  2. Make the oat mixture: In a bowl, stir together oats, almond flour, cocoa powder, salt (and espresso powder if using). Add maple syrup, melted coconut oil, milk, vanilla and mix until the oats are evenly moistened and the mixture holds together when pressed. (Add 1–2 Tbsp more milk if it feels too dry.)
  3. Press the first layer: Press half of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan. Chill while you make the filling.
  4. Make the creamy filling: Beat Greek yogurt + cream cheese until smooth. Mix in honey (or maple) + vanilla.
  5. Assemble: Spread the cream filling evenly over the base. Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the top and gently press it down to form a second layer.
  6. Chill: Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is best) until firm.
  7. Finish: Dust with cocoa powder, sprinkle sliced almonds, and add berries. Optional: light powdered sugar dusting. Slice into squares.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • Chill overnight for best texture.

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