Carrot Cake Overnight Oats Recipe
A wholesome and delicious Carrot Cake Overnight Oats recipe that combines rolled oats with shredded carrots, warm spices, and sweet maple syrup for a perfectly balanced, easy-to-prepare breakfast that can be enjoyed cold straight from the fridge or with your favorite toppings.
- Author: Ava
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes prep + at least 4 hours refrigeration
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup non-dairy milk or milk
- 1/4 cup non-dairy vanilla yogurt or dairy yogurt (optional, but recommended)
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (or honey, agave, etc.)
- 1 tbsp raisins
- 1/2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
Toppings (optional)
- Almond butter
- Granola
- Raisins
- Combine Ingredients: Add rolled oats, milk, yogurt, shredded carrots, maple syrup, raisins, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to a jar. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined, then seal the jar with a lid.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Store the sealed jar in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquids and soften.
- Stir Before Serving: The next morning or when ready to eat, remove the lid and stir the oats to evenly distribute the ingredients. If the mixture is too thick, add a small splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Enjoy the oats directly from the jar or transfer to a bowl. Add optional toppings such as almond butter, granola, and extra raisins for added texture and flavor. Serve chilled.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey, agave, or other liquid sweeteners based on preference or dietary needs.
- Use any type of milk you prefer, such as almond, soy, oat, or regular dairy milk.
- Adding yogurt is optional but enhances creaminess and protein content.
- Make sure to shred the carrots finely to integrate better with the oats and improve texture.
- Overnight soaking can be extended up to 24 hours, but avoid longer storage for best freshness.
- Feel free to customize toppings to your liking for extra crunch or flavor.
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