🫐 ½ cup (80 g) fresh blueberries
🌾 ½ tbsp (2.5 g) oat flour (for coating the berries)
🌾 1⅓ cup (130 g) rolled oats
🥛 1 cup (240 ml) hot milk of choice
🥚 2 eggs
🥣 ⅓ cup + 2 tsp (90 g) Greek yogurt
🍯 3 tbsp (30 g) honey (optional, to taste)
🌿 ¼ cup (50 g) mild olive oil
🍦 1 tsp vanilla extract
🧁 1½ tsp (7 g) baking powder
🍎 2 cups (210 g) diced apples
🧊 Storage & Freshness Tips
📦 Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
❄️ Refrigerate for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
🥶 Freeze individual slices wrapped in parchment and foil for up to 2 months.
🔥 Warm in the oven at 150°C for 5 minutes to restore freshness.
🍵 Best enjoyed with tea or coffee when slightly reheated.
🍽️ Kitchen Tools and 🛠️ Equipment Needed 🔪
🧑🍳 Mixing bowls
🥄 Measuring cups & spoons
🥛 Whisk
🌾 Spatula
🍰 Loaf tin (20 x 8 cm / 8 x 3 inches)
📜 Parchment paper
🔥 Oven
📅 Nutritional Benefits
🍎 Provides natural sweetness from apples and blueberries
🌾 High in fibre from oats, supporting digestion
🍯 Uses honey as a natural sweetener
💛 Balanced macros: carbs, protein, and healthy fats
🥣 Yogurt boosts protein content for longer satiety
🫐 Blueberries add antioxidants for immune support
🍎 Apples bring vitamins C and A for wellness
🥛 Milk adds calcium for strong bones
🌿 Olive oil offers monounsaturated fats for heart health
🍰 Lower in refined sugar compared to traditional cakes
🌿 Health Benefits of the Ingredients
🍎 Apples are rich in pectin, supporting gut health
🫐 Blueberries improve cognitive and heart function
🌾 Oats regulate blood sugar and cholesterol
🥣 Greek yogurt enhances gut flora and strengthens immunity
🍯 Honey offers natural antibacterial properties
🌿 Olive oil promotes cardiovascular health
🥛 Milk delivers protein and calcium for bone strength
🥚 Eggs provide essential amino acids for muscle repair
🍦 Vanilla extract adds aroma without added calories
🧁 Baking powder makes the cake airy without excess fat
📅 Serving Suggestions
🍵 Serve warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a creamy, tangy balance.
🍯 Drizzle with honey for extra sweetness if you enjoy desserts richer.
☕ Pair with a strong black tea or espresso for a breakfast indulgence.
🍨 Add a scoop of vanilla frozen yogurt for a refreshing summer dessert.
🥜 Spread with almond butter for a protein-packed snack.
🍓 Garnish with fresh berries for a colourful presentation.
🍋 Serve with a zest of lemon peel for a bright citrus note.
🥛 Offer with a glass of cold milk for a nostalgic comfort pairing.
🍫 Add a few dark chocolate shavings on top for a gourmet twist.
🌿 Decorate with fresh mint leaves for elegance when serving guests.
💡 Top 20 Tips
💡 Always soak the oats fully, otherwise the texture will be dry.
💡 Coat the blueberries with oat flour to stop them sinking.
💡 Don’t overmix the batter after adding fruit — it keeps the cake tender.
💡 Preheat the oven properly for consistent baking.
💡 Use mild olive oil, not extra strong, to avoid overpowering flavour.
💡 Test with a toothpick in several spots, not just the centre.
💡 Cool in the tin first, then unmould — prevents breaking.
💡 Dice apples finely so they distribute evenly in the cake.
💡 Honey can be swapped with maple syrup for variation.
💡 Avoid overbaking; check at 45 minutes to prevent dryness.
💡 Use baking parchment to avoid sticking and tearing.
💡 Slightly underbake if you like a more pudding-like texture.
💡 Stir baking powder well into the wet mix for even rise.
💡 Slice only when fully cooled to keep neat portions.
💡 Toast oats lightly before soaking for a nutty flavour.
💡 Add a pinch of cinnamon for extra warmth.
💡 Keep blueberries fresh, not frozen, for better structure.
💡 Smooth the batter with a wet spatula for a bakery look.
💡 Bake in the middle rack of the oven for best airflow.
💡 Let the cake rest overnight — flavours develop beautifully.
♻️ 20 Professional Secrets
✨ Use room-temperature eggs for better emulsification.
✨ Warm the milk slightly more than hot tap water for perfect oat softening.
✨ A silicone spatula avoids crushing fruit while mixing.
✨ Use Greek yogurt with at least 5% fat for creaminess.
✨ Add apples last to keep their shape intact.
✨ Weigh ingredients with a kitchen scale for accuracy.
✨ Swap half oats with quick oats for a finer crumb.
✨ Avoid metal bowls for soaking oats — they cool the milk too quickly.
✨ Brush the finished loaf with warm honey for a glossy finish.
✨ Let the batter rest 5 minutes before baking for better rise.
✨ Sprinkle a few oats on top before baking for rustic style.
✨ Store slices between parchment layers to avoid sticking.
✨ Freeze in portions — thaw overnight in the fridge for best results.
✨ Mix honey and yogurt as a spread for serving.
✨ Use a serrated knife for clean slices through fruit.
✨ Add vanilla seeds instead of extract for stronger aroma.
✨ Place the loaf tin on a baking tray to prevent uneven browning.
✨ If using maple syrup, reduce liquid by 1 tbsp to balance.
✨ Dust blueberries lightly — too much flour makes batter gummy.
✨ Slice apples with skin for extra fibre and colour.
🎨 Creative Variations to Try
🍫 Add chunks of dark chocolate along with the fruit for a dessert-like loaf.
🍌 Replace apples with bananas for a softer, sweeter version.
🥭 Swap blueberries with diced mango for tropical flair.
🍒 Add cherries and almond extract for a Black Forest-inspired cake.
🥥 Use coconut milk instead of dairy milk for a coconut undertone.
🍊 Mix in orange zest and cranberries for a festive loaf.
🌰 Add walnuts or pecans for crunch and healthy fats.
🍍 Fold in pineapple and a touch of cinnamon for a Hawaiian twist.
🍑 Replace apples with peaches for a summer flavour.
🍵 Infuse the milk with green tea before mixing for a subtle earthy note.
🎯 Common Mistakes to Avoid
🚫 Not soaking oats long enough — leads to dry, chewy texture.
🚫 Overmixing batter after adding fruit — breaks down structure.
🚫 Using extra virgin olive oil — flavour will be too strong.
🚫 Cutting the cake while hot — slices fall apart.
🚫 Adding frozen blueberries directly — they bleed too much colour.
🚫 Forgetting to preheat oven — uneven rise and gummy centre.
🚫 Overbaking by 10 minutes — makes cake crumbly.
🚫 Using low-fat yogurt below 2% — texture becomes rubbery.
🚫 Filling the loaf tin too high — batter overflows.
🚫 Skipping parchment lining — cake sticks and breaks when unmoulding.
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