Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy oats mixed with grated carrots, spices, and yogurt for a wholesome overnight chill breakfast.

# Ingredient list:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Carrot Cake Mix-Ins

06 - 3/4 cup finely grated carrot (about 1 medium carrot)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
10 - Pinch of salt
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
12 - 2 tablespoons raisins

→ Optional Toppings

13 - 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese
14 - 1 tablespoon milk
15 - 2 teaspoons maple syrup
16 - Additional nuts, shredded coconut, or grated carrot as desired

# How-to:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, mix oats, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
02 - Fold in grated carrot, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, chopped walnuts or pecans, and raisins, ensuring even distribution.
03 - Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, milk, and maple syrup until smooth to create a drizzle.
05 - Stir the oats before serving. Top with the cream cheese drizzle and additional nuts, shredded coconut, or grated carrot as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tastes like dessert but starts your morning with whole grains and protein
  • Ready to grab from the fridge when mornings feel rushed
02 -
  • Grate the carrots finely or you will chew through noticeable chunks in every bite
  • The oats thicken significantly overnight so add a splash of milk in the morning if you prefer them looser
03 -
  • Use a wide-mouth mason jar for easy mixing and serving
  • Double the recipe and portion into four jars for grab-and-go breakfasts
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