Cozy Gut-Friendly Apple Bake

There’s something magical about apple cake during the holidays - warm cinnamon, soft fruit, a golden crumb… It’s comfort in a pan. This version is gluten-free, naturally sweetened, filled with juicy raspberries and toasted almonds, and boosted with Sera & Mattina Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides for extra glow-support.

It’s the perfect dessert for gatherings, gifting, or a slow winter morning with coffee.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups almond flour (Healthy fats + vitamin E to support glowing skin and steady energy)
  
• ½ cup gluten-free oat flour- or more almond flour (Fiber-rich carbs for gentle digestion and sustained fullness)
  
• 1 scoop Sera & Mattina Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides Supports skin elasticity, hair, nails, joints, and gut health)
  
• 1 tsp cinnamon (Helps balance blood sugar and supports metabolism)
  
• ½ tsp nutmeg (Aids digestion and adds warming, calming properties)
  
• 1 tsp baking powder (Creates a light, fluffy texture)
  
• Pinch of salt (Enhances flavor and supports mineral balance)
  

Wet Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs (High-quality protein for hormone balance and satiety)
  
• ¼ cup melted coconut oil or butter Nourishing fats to support hormone health and nutrient absorption)
  
• ¼ cup maple syrup or honey (Natural sweetness with trace minerals)
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (Adds warmth and enhances flavor)
  

Mix-ins:

• 1 medium apple, peeled & chopped small (Fiber-rich for gut health and natural sweetness)
  
• ½ cup fresh or frozen raspberries (Antioxidant-packed to support skin and immune health)
  
• ¼ cup sliced almonds, + extra for topping, (Healthy fats + crunch for sustained energy)
  

Optional Topping

• A light dusting of powdered sugar
   (A touch of sweetness for a festive finish)
  

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease an 8-inch round or square cake pan.
   
2. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, oat flour, collagen, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
   
3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
   
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms.
   
5. Gently fold in chopped apple, raspberries, and sliced almonds.
   
6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with a few extra almonds.
   
7. Bake for 28–34 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
   
8. Cool for 10–15 minutes so the cake sets.
   
9. Optional but recommended: once the cake is fully cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a festive, snowy finish.
   

 Tips for Best Results

• If using frozen raspberries, add them straight from the freezer so they don’t release extra liquid.
  
• Add a pinch of cardamom or clove for a holiday twist.
  
• Serve warm with Greek yogurt, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of honey.
  
  

Enjoy!

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