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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Creamy Carrot Cake Overnight Oats for a Joyful Breakfast

This Carrot Cake Overnight Oats recipe transforms dessert into a nutritious breakfast, making meal prep a breeze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 cup milk Substitute with almond or oat milk for a lactose-free option
  • 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt Or use plain Greek yogurt with a touch of maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup oats Quick, minute, or rolled oats work best
Texture and Thickness
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds For achieving creamy consistency
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder Optional boost for protein
Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Or substitute with nutmeg if needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • a pinch salt
Carrot Cake Goodness
  • 1 cup shredded carrots Fresh is preferred
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts Omit for a nut-free version

Equipment

  • Mason jar or container
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mason jar or container, combine milk and vanilla Greek yogurt. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Stir in oats, protein powder, chia seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.
  3. Fold in shredded carrots and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
  4. Allow mixture to sit for about 10 minutes to thicken.
  5. Optional: add a layer of Greek yogurt on top and sprinkle with cinnamon.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, ideally overnight.
  7. Stir before serving, enjoy cold. Add fresh fruit if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use freshly shredded carrots for optimal flavor and texture. Customize the sweetness as desired.

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