Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy oats with carrot cake flavors—grated carrots, warm spices, raisins, and nuts. Prepare tonight, enjoy tomorrow.
# What You'll 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 Make It:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl or large jar, combine oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until incorporated.
02 - Fold in grated carrots, raisins, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
03 - Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours, to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats well. Add a splash more milk if needed to achieve desired consistency. Serve chilled, topped with extra nuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a dollop of yogurt if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like dessert but fuels you with fiber, protein and wholesome ingredients
- Five minutes the night before means breakfast is done when you wake up
02 -
- The oats continue softening the longer they sit, so texture will be best within 2 to 3 days
- Freshly grated carrots release more moisture than pre-grated ones, which helps the oats soften
03 -
- Grate carrots on the finest side of your box grater so they practically disappear into the oats
- Toast the nuts in a dry pan for 3 minutes before adding them for deeper flavor