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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats for a Sweet, Healthy Morning

Enjoy a nutritious start with Carrot Cake Overnight Oats that pack delightful flavors and health benefits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 2 jars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Milk Any milk of your choice (dairy, almond, soy)
  • 0.5 cup Vanilla Greek Yogurt Plain yogurt can be used and sweetened
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Avoid steel-cut varieties
Optional Protein Boost
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder Can be omitted or replaced with extra yogurt
For Texture and Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds Flaxseeds can be a good alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Pumpkin pie spice can be used for a twist
  • 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg Double the cinnamon if you’re out
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Fresh or dried ginger works
  • 1 pinch Salt
The Star Ingredients
  • 1 cup Freshly Shredded Carrots Use freshly grated for moistness
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Walnuts Substitute with seeds for a nut-free version

Equipment

  • mason jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mason jar, whisk together milk and vanilla Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add rolled oats, protein powder (if using), chia seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
  3. Fold in shredded carrots and chopped walnuts.
  4. Let the mixture rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  5. Cover the jar and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze in individual portions for up to 2 months.

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