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May 5, 2016 · Updated June 19, 2020 · 5 Comments

Gluten Free Apple Cake made with Quinoa

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“Healthy dessert” sounds like an oxymoron, but this delicious Gluten Free Apple Cake is proof positive that it can be done!!

"Healthy dessert" sounds like an oxymoron, but this delicious Gluten Free Apple Cake is proof positive that it can be done!!

Quinoa Apple Cake

Quinoa Apple Cake, where have you been all my life?!

Apple pie is my husband’s favorite dessert, so I am actually surprised that it took him so long to make his own healthier interpretation (something he is known for doing).

Well, this week it finally happened! This quinoa apple cake is fluffy, super moist, and bursting with real apple flavor. And yes, it really IS healthy!

This recipe is also gluten free and lactose free — now you’re really speaking my language!

Why Quinoa?

Quinoa apple cake is packed with (you guessed it) quinoa, which has earned the title of “superfood” for good reason:

  • High protein
  • High fiber
  • Contains over a dozen vitamins and minerals
  • Gluten free
  • Low glycemic index
  • Good source of antioxidants
  • May increase metabolism

Pretty amazing stuff right??

Quinoa also imparts a rich, almost nutty flavor to recipes and it is excellent for baking.

So whether you’re looking for a healthy gluten free dessert or nutrition-packed breakfast to start the day, this Quinoa Apple Cake does it all!

Try another of our favorite healthy breakfasts — The Best Ever Gluten Free Pancakes!

Apple pie gone guilt-free! This quinoa apple cake recipe is packed with protein, plus it's gluten free and lactose free. Easy and gorgeous!

Gluten Free Apple Cake Ingredients

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  • 1 apple
  • 1 cup quinoa (cooked)
  • 1/3 cup almond flour
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • pinch salt

Keep reading for step-by-step instructions and cooking tips or  click here to jump to printable recipe. 

How to Make Gluten Free Apple Cake with Quinoa

Prepare quinoa according to directions on package. While quinoa is cooking, cut apple in half. Cut one half into thin slices; dice the other half.

Add 1 cup cooked quinoa to a medium mixing bowl with the half of your apple that you diced, almond milk, eggs, almond flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until combined.

Apple pie gone guilt-free! This quinoa apple cake recipe is packed with protein, plus it's gluten free and lactose free. Easy and gorgeous!

Pour batter into a greased 6.5″ cast iron skillet. Arrange the sliced apples (from the other half of your apple) on top of the cake and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

Serves about 4.

Apple pie gone guilt-free! This quinoa apple cake recipe is packed with protein, plus it's gluten free and lactose free. Easy and gorgeous!

I cannot get over how gorgeous the finished cake is! I’m not picky about appearance as long as something tastes fantastic, but a recipe that looks as beautiful as it tastes is always a bonus!

If you really want to take this gluten free apple cake to the next level, try it with a drizzle of honey or a dollop of peanut butter — it’s heaven in your mouth! You could even enjoy this for breakfast (as my husband did today!)

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close up of a bite of gluten free apple cake topped with peanut butter

Grab your free printable copy of this healthy quinoa apple cake recipe:

"Healthy dessert" sounds like an oxymoron, but this delicious Gluten Free Apple Cake is proof positive that it can be done!!
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Gluten Free Apple Cake

"Healthy dessert" sounds like an oxymoron, but this delicious Gluten Free Apple Cake is proof positive that it can be done!!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time55 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 285kcal
Author: Stacey aka the Soccer Mom

Ingredients

  • 1 apple
  • 1 cup quinoa cooked
  • 1/3 cup almond flour
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • pinch salt

Instructions

  • Prepare quinoa according to directions on package. While quinoa is cooking, cut apple in half. Cut one half into thin slices; dice the other half.
  • Add 1 cup cooked quinoa to a medium mixing bowl with diced apple and all other ingredients (set aside half of the apple you cut into slices). Stir batter until well combined.
  • Pour batter into a greased 6.5" cast iron skillet. Arrange the sliced apples (from the other half of your apple) on top of the cake and sprinkle with cinnamon.
  • Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 116mg | Potassium: 368mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2.7mg

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  1. Nancy says

    September 7, 2016 at 8:10 am

    This sounds yummy. Tried to print off the recipe to make but only the ingredients come up to print, not the instructions. Can’t wait to try this.

    Reply
  2. Stevy Rhodehamel says

    October 11, 2016 at 5:03 pm

    Mine is in the oven now!
    I added Greek yogurt and pecans and used tricolored cinnamon spiced quinoa.
    It smells divine and looks incredible!
    We can’t wait to try it.

    Reply
    • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

      October 11, 2016 at 5:41 pm

      Sounds amazing!!

      Reply

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