Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy overnight oats infused with warm carrot cake flavors, sweet raisins, and crunchy nuts for a wholesome morning.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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
# Method:
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 until evenly distributed.
03 - Stir everything thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
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 Hints:
01 -
- Wake up to dessert for breakfast that actually powers you through until lunch
- Prep everything in five minutes the night before and sleep in longer
02 -
- The texture transforms in the fridge, so don't panic if it looks too wet the night before
- Grating carrots on the small side is worth the extra thirty seconds
03 -
- Use a wide-mouth mason jar for easier stirring and less mess
- Taste the mixture before refrigerating and adjust the sweetness if needed