Description
Indulge in the delicious flavors of carrot cake with a healthy twist in these Carrot Cake Protein Overnight Oats. Packed with protein and fiber, this make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup finely grated carrots
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon raisins or chopped dates (optional)
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix oats, almond milk, yogurt, carrots, protein powder, chia seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt.
- Add Nuts and Fruits: Stir in walnuts and raisins/dates. Refrigerate overnight or for 4 hours.
- Enjoy: Stir well in the morning. Add milk if needed. Serve cold or warmed.
Notes
- You can use any milk of choice.
- Opt for dairy-free yogurt to make it vegan.
- Adjust sweetness with maple syrup.
- Top with extra walnuts or yogurt before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
