Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy overnight oats with grated carrots, cinnamon, and walnuts for a wholesome morning meal.
# 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 Steps:
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 well incorporated.
02 - Fold in grated carrots, raisins, and chopped nuts. Ensure ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
03 - Stir everything thoroughly to combine all ingredients. Make sure the oats are fully submerged in the liquid.
04 - Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours, to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
05 - In the morning, stir the oats well. Add a splash more milk if needed to achieve your preferred consistency.
06 - Serve chilled, topped with extra nuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a dollop of yogurt if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- You get all those cozy carrot cake spices first thing in the morning without turning on your oven or measuring a dozen ingredients
- The texture becomes incredibly creamy overnight and the raisins plump up like little jewels throughout the oats
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- The oats will continue softening the longer they sit, so if you prefer more texture stick to the 8 hour minimum rather than letting them go for 24 hours
- Grating your carrots finely rather than in large shreds makes a huge difference in how well they incorporate into the oats
03 -
- Use the smaller side of your box grater to get carrots that practically melt into the oats
- Toast your nuts in a dry pan for 3 minutes before adding them for deeper flavor that carries through even after refrigeration