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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats – Best Healthy Breakfast Recipe

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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats are a creamy, healthy, and easy make-ahead breakfast inspired by classic carrot cake flavors. Made with rolled oats, fresh carrots, cinnamon, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, and crunchy walnuts, this nutritious breakfast is perfect for busy mornings and weekly meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium carrot, finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tablespoons raisins
  • 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mason jar or airtight container, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, raisins, chopped walnuts, coconut flakes, and salt.
  2. Add milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
  3. Stir thoroughly until everything is fully combined and smooth.
  4. Fold in the freshly grated carrots until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  5. Cover the container tightly with a lid or plastic wrap.
  6. Place the oats in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  7. Remove from the refrigerator and stir well before serving.
  8. If the oats are too thick, add a small splash of milk and mix again.
  9. Top with additional walnuts, cinnamon, coconut flakes, yogurt drizzle, or maple syrup if desired.
  10. Serve cold or warm slightly in the microwave before eating.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture.
  • Freshly grated carrots provide better flavor and softness than packaged shredded carrots.
  • Add extra milk before serving if the overnight oats become too thick.
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt and dairy-free milk.
  • Protein powder can be added for extra protein.
  • Store overnight oats in airtight containers for maximum freshness.
  • Overnight oats taste even better after sitting overnight because the flavors blend together.
  • Top with crunchy ingredients just before serving to maintain texture.

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