Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Print Version)
Creamy oats infused with warm spices, sweet carrots, and raisins for a nutritious make-ahead breakfast.
# Recipe 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 ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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 -
- You get dessert for breakfast without any of the guilt
- Five minutes the night before saves you from grab-and-go pastries
02 -
- Grating the carrots finely is the difference between enjoying them and feeling like you're eating a salad for breakfast
- The oats will continue softening the longer they sit, so texture is best within 24-48 hours
03 -
- Use the finest grater you have for the carrots so they virtually disappear into the oats
- Let the oats sit on the counter for 10 minutes before eating if you prefer them less chilly