Horse Cake

Discover the delightful rustic charm of Horse Cake, a moist and hearty dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Packed with wholesome ingredients like grated carrots, rolled oats, and a hint of honey, this cake strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and earthy flavors. A touch of cinnamon adds warmth, while optional walnuts bring a satisfying crunch. With minimal prep time and golden-brown results in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for cozy gatherings or an afternoon snack. Serve it plain for a rustic aesthetic or elevate it with a cream cheese frosting or a light dusting of powdered sugar. Horse Cake is not only a nod to nostalgic, farm-inspired desserts but also a simple way to create a flavorful, crowd-pleasing cake with everyday pantry staples.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup honey
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk to mix evenly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 4

Add the honey to the butter mixture and mix well. Then beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 6

Fold in the grated carrots, rolled oats, and milk until the batter is smooth. If using, gently fold in the chopped walnuts.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 10

Optionally, dust the cake with powdered sugar or top it with cream cheese frosting for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1385.6 grams (1385.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4475

Total Fat 261.60g	335%
Saturated Fat 134.60g	673%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1272mg	424%
Sodium 3694mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 467.50g	170%
Dietary Fiber 28.20g	101%
Total Sugars 209.80g
Protein 82.60g	165%

Vitamin D 334IU	1672%
Calcium 658mg	51%
Iron 24mg	134%
Potassium 2133mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 41.1%