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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats Recipe

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  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Carrot Cake Overnight Oats recipe is a delicious, nutritious, and convenient breakfast option that captures the comforting flavors of classic carrot cake in a healthy, dairy or non-dairy base. Perfect for busy mornings, it combines rolled oats, fresh grated carrots, warming spices, nuts, and raisins that soak overnight to create a creamy, flavorful start to the day.

Ingredients

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Oats Base

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

Flavor & Mix-ins

  • 1/2 cup carrots, finely grated
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp raisins
  • 2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Combine Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup (or honey). Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed and the oats begin to absorb the liquid.
  2. Add Flavorings and Mix-ins: Add the finely grated carrots, cinnamon, nutmeg, raisins, chopped walnuts or pecans, and vanilla extract to the oat mixture. Mix until all components are evenly distributed throughout.
  3. Portion Into Containers: Divide the oat mixture evenly into two mason jars or airtight containers. Seal each container tightly to preserve freshness.
  4. Refrigerate Overnight: Place the jars in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight. This resting period allows the oats to soften and the flavors to meld together perfectly.
  5. Serve Chilled: In the morning, serve the overnight oats chilled. Optionally, top with extra nuts or a dollop of yogurt for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For extra sweetness, add a mashed banana to the oat mixture before refrigerating.
  • Top with shredded coconut for an enhanced carrot cake flavor experience.
  • Use any nut of your preference or seed alternatives to accommodate allergies.
  • This recipe is easily adaptable to vegan diets by using plant-based yogurt and milk.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: overnight oats, carrot cake oats, healthy breakfast, make ahead oats, vegetarian breakfast, dairy or non-dairy oats, easy breakfast recipe

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