Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
Delicious and nutritious Carrot Cake Overnight Oats combining shredded carrots, oats, warming cinnamon, and creamy Greek yogurt for an easy make-ahead breakfast inspired by classic carrot cake flavors.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins + overnight chill
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: No-Cook, Refrigerated
- Cuisine: Healthy, American
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: chopped walnuts or raisins for topping
- 1. In a jar or bowl, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, shredded carrots, chia seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
- 2. Stir well to combine.
- 3. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- 4. In the morning, stir oats and add more milk if needed.
- 5. Top with chopped walnuts or raisins if desired and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh shredded carrots for best texture.
- Adjust sweetener to taste.
- Great for busy mornings or meal prep.
- Add protein powder for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: carrot cake oats, overnight oats, healthy breakfast, make-ahead oats