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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats for a Wholesome Morning Boost

Delight in these Carrot Cake Overnight Oats, a nutritious breakfast that tastes like dessert and fuels your day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oats
  • 1 cup certified gluten-free oats old-fashioned rolled oats recommended
  • 1 cup almond milk or any non-dairy milk
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 scoops vanilla protein powder make sure it blends well
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon can combine with nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg optional but highly recommended
  • 1 cup shredded carrots fresh or pre-shredded
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans or substitute with walnuts
  • ¼ cup raisins can swap with dried cranberries
For the Cheesecake Ganache
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips or dark chocolate as alternative
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or low-fat cream cheese
  • 2 ounces cream cheese or vegan cream cheese

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Jar or container
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl or jar, add oats, almond milk, chia seeds, vanilla protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, shredded carrots, pecans, and raisins. Stir until well combined.
  2. Cover the bowl or jar and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
  3. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, Greek yogurt, and cream cheese. Microwave in intervals until smooth.
  4. Once oats are ready, pour the cheesecake ganache over the top and spread evenly.
  5. In the morning, stir the oats gently, top with shredded carrots and pecans, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 8gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, soak oats for at least 4 hours. Adjust sweetness and textures to your preference.

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