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Best Carrot-Cake Overnight Oats Recipe to Try

Best Carrot-Cake Overnight Oats Recipe to Try

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This Best Carrot-Cake Overnight Oats Recipe to Try combines the cozy flavors of classic carrot cake with hearty rolled oats, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and warm spices. Perfect for meal prep, this easy overnight oats recipe is creamy, high in fiber, naturally sweetened, and ready to grab in the morning.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • ¼ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup finely grated carrot
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional Toppings:
  • Chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Raisins
  • Extra grated carrot
  • Dollop of yogurt

Instructions
 

  • Combine Dry Ingredients:
  • In a mason jar or bowl, add rolled oats and chia seeds.
  • Add Wet Ingredients:
  • Pour in milk and Greek yogurt.
  • Stir in grated carrot, maple syrup (or honey), cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt.
  • Mix Thoroughly:
  • Stir until well combined and oats are fully submerged in liquid.
  • Chill:
  • Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Serve:
  • Stir before serving.
  • Add a splash of milk if too thick.
  • Top with nuts, raisins, or extra yogurt as desired.

Notes

  • Use rolled oats for best texture (avoid quick oats).
  • Grate carrots finely so they soften overnight.
  • Store in refrigerator up to 4 days.
  • Add extra milk before serving if oats thicken too much.
  • Can be enjoyed cold or gently warmed.