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Carrot-Cake Overnight Oats Recipe

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This Carrot-Cake Overnight Oats recipe offers a creamy, nutritious, and easy-to-prepare breakfast that’s packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, grated carrots, Greek yogurt, and warming cinnamon. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and optionally enhanced with crunchy nuts, this make-ahead breakfast combines the flavors of carrot cake with the convenience of overnight oats, perfect for a healthy start to your day.

Ingredients

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Oats & Dairy

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

Vegetables

  • 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)

Flavorings & Sweeteners

  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup

Optional

  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly mix the rolled oats, grated carrots, Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, cinnamon, and maple syrup until well blended and creamy, ensuring even distribution of all components.
  2. Add Nuts (Optional): If you like a crunchy texture, gently fold in the chopped nuts of your choice into the oat mixture.
  3. Portion and Seal: Divide the mixture evenly into individual jars or airtight containers, then seal them tightly to preserve freshness and prevent spills.
  4. Refrigerate Overnight: Place the containers in the refrigerator and let them chill for at least 4 hours or overnight, allowing the oats to soak and flavors to meld for a soft, delicious texture.
  5. Serve and Garnish: The next morning, remove the jars from the fridge, optionally top with extra grated carrots or nuts for added freshness and crunch, and enjoy your delightful carrot-cake inspired breakfast.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
  • You can replace maple syrup with honey or agave nectar if preferred.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for additional warmth and spice.
  • Adjust the amount of almond milk to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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