Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Printable version)
Dessert-inspired breakfast with carrots, spices, and creamy oats. Ready overnight.
# List of ingredients:
→ Oats & Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
→ Fruits & Vegetables
04 - 1/2 cup finely grated carrots
05 - 1/4 cup raisins
→ Sweetener & Spices
06 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
10 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Mix-ins
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
12 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl or large jar, combine oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt.
02 - Fold in grated carrots, raisins, and chopped nuts.
03 - Stir everything thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
04 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
05 - In the morning, stir the oats well. Add a splash more milk if needed for your preferred consistency. Serve chilled, topped with extra nuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a dollop of yogurt if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its like eating dessert for breakfast but without any of the guilt
- The carrots soften perfectly overnight creating this naturally sweet texture
02 -
- The carrots might seem raw at first but they soften beautifully overnight
- These keep for 3 days in the fridge so meal prep is totally doable
03 -
- Warm the oats for 30 seconds in the microwave if cold breakfast is not your thing
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds for extra protein and thickness