Decadent Carrot Cake Overnight Oats for a Sweet Start

Indulge in Carrot Cake Overnight Oats, a delightful and nutritious breakfast option.

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Prep Time 15

Refrigeration Time 6

Total Time 6 15

Servings: 2 bowls

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Oats

1 cup Old Fashioned Rolled Oats Essential base for texture and fiber.
1 cup Shredded Carrots Adds natural sweetness and moisture.
1 teaspoon Cinnamon Warm spice that elevates the taste.
0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg Provides delightful complexity.
0.33 cup Raisins For natural sweetness and chewy bite.
0.25 cup Chopped Pecans Adds crunchy texture and rich flavor.
2 cups Milk Dairy or non-dairy, essential for hydration.
1 scoop Protein Powder (Vanilla) Boosts protein content.

For the Ganache

0.5 cup White Chocolate For a luscious topping.

Equipment

medium bowl
Airtight container
Whisk or spoon
microwave-safe bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl: oats, shredded carrots, cinnamon, nutmeg, raisins, and chopped pecans.
Add the wet ingredients: milk and protein powder. Mix gently until well combined.
Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare the white chocolate ganache by melting white chocolate in intervals until smooth.
Serve the oats topped with the ganache. Optionally add more pecans or cinnamon for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best texture, soak oats overnight. Separate ganache for meal prep to keep freshness.

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