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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
- Andrea
- Mar 24, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 8, 2024
Carrot cake inspired overnight oats, but healthy and refined sugar-free. It's so creamy, easy to make and can be made in only 5 minutes.
This breakfast is a real favourite in our home.
YOU WILL NEED...
ROLLED OATS
A good old-fashioned rolled oats. Gluten-free certified if needed.
ALMOND MLK
Any type of plant-based milk will work, but I love using an unsweetened almond or oat milk.
If you prefer a runnier overnight oats consistency you can always add more almond milk in the morning.
GRATED CARROT
I used the fine shredder side on a cheese grater.
GROUND SPICES
Ground cinnamon and a touch of nutmeg will bring the carrot cake flavours.
YOGHURT
I love using a thick plant-based yoghurt to give the breakfast that creamy texture. Unsweetened and plain is my preference, to avoid any additional added sugars.
VANILLA
A little bit of vanilla extract will enhance the carrot cake flavours.
ORANGE ZEST
Optional, but it adds a wonderful flavour.
NUTS
Chopped pecan nuts or walnuts are both great options in this recipe.
RAISINS
Or sultanas. These are optional, depending on your taste.
I never really liked raisins, but my husband loves them and I know some of you might also not like them. Over the last few years I have occasionally added a few to this breakfast and I have to admit I am slowly starting to like them. But in certain recipes only.
OPTIONAL TO ADD
Chia seeds
Vanilla protein powder
Desiccated coconut
Almond or pecan butter
MEAL PREP
Make a big batch of these oats in a large, sealable bowl or individual jars, and keep them in the fridge for breakfast for the next 2 - 3 days.
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CARROT CAKE OVERNIGHT OATS
Carrot cake inspired overnight oats, but healthy and refined sugar-free. It's so creamy, easy to make and can be made in only 5 minutes.
Serves: 2
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes plus overnight in the fridge
INGREDIENTS
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup almond milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 small carrot, finely grated
1 - 2 tbsp raisins or sultanas (optional)
1/2 tsp orange zest
1 tbsp maple syrup
3 tbsp plant-based yoghurt, plain and unsweetened
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
a generous pinch of ground nutmeg
a pinch of salt
2 tbsp chopped pecan or walnuts
INSTRUCTIONS
In a sealable bowl or small jars, mix all the ingredients together.
Cover and store in the fridge, overnight
When ready to serve, add more almond milk if needed and divide between 2 bowls or jars. Top with a bit more yoghurt, chopped nuts and a dusting of cinnamon.
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