Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Print Version)
Wholesome make-ahead breakfast with spiced carrot flavors, creamy texture, and nutritious ingredients.
# What You Need:
→ Oats & Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
→ 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
# How to Prepare:
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.
06 - Serve chilled, topped with extra nuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a dollop of yogurt if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Tastes like eating cake for breakfast without any guilt or morning prep work
- The flavors actually get better overnight as the spices meld together beautifully
02 -
- Grating the carrots finely is crucial because larger chunks stay crunchy and unpleasant in the final texture
- The oats will seem too liquid when you first mix them but thicken perfectly overnight, so trust the process
03 -
- Warm the oats slightly in the microwave for 30 seconds if you prefer hot breakfast on cold mornings
- Double the recipe and portion into individual jars for grab-and-go breakfasts all week