Description
This Carrot Cake Overnight Oats recipe combines the wholesome goodness of rolled oats, shredded carrots, and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger for a nutritious and delicious breakfast that’s ready to enjoy right out of the fridge. The addition of raisins, walnuts, and chia seeds adds texture and boosts the nutritional profile, making it a perfect make-ahead meal for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats and Liquid
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based like almond milk)
- ⅔ cup plain yogurt (plain Greek yogurt works best)
Flavorings and Add-ins
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup raisins
- 1 Tbsp honey (or pure maple syrup, or sugar)
- 1 Tbsp chopped walnuts (optional)
- 2 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ginger powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a bowl, mix rolled oats, milk, plain yogurt, shredded carrots, raisins, honey, chopped walnuts, chia seeds, cinnamon, ginger powder, and salt thoroughly to evenly distribute all flavors and ingredients.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the mixture into a container with a lid. Seal it tightly and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight. This allows the oats to absorb the liquid and flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled: In the morning, remove the oats from the fridge, give them a quick stir, and add any additional toppings if desired. Enjoy the overnight oats cold using a spoon.
Notes
- You can substitute dairy milk with any plant-based milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt and pure maple syrup instead of honey.
- Adding chopped walnuts is optional but adds crunch and healthy fats.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with fresh fruit, nut butter, or seeds.
- Ensure the container is sealed well to maintain freshness in the fridge.
- The oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: overnight oats, carrot cake oats, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, no-cook oats, make ahead breakfast, vegetarian breakfast
