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Creamy Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

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Creamy carrot cake overnight oats are a wholesome, make-ahead breakfast that tastes like dessert but is packed with nourishing ingredients. Spiced with cinnamon, sweetened with raisins and maple syrup, and finished with crunchy nuts and coconut, it’s a convenient and indulgent way to start the day.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

1 cup (100g) rolled oats

⅓ cup (40g) grated carrots, finely chopped

1 Tbsp (14g) chia seeds

¾ tsp ground cinnamon

2 Tbsp (15g) walnuts or pecans, chopped

2 Tbsp (12g) shredded toasted unsweetened coconut

12 Tbsp (10–20g) raisins

Pinch of kosher salt

1½ cups (355ml) milk, any kind

23 Tbsp (30–45ml) maple syrup

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

*Optional: 2–3 Tbsp whole milk Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Combine oats, grated carrots, chia seeds, cinnamon, nuts, coconut, raisins, and a pinch of salt in a jar or airtight container.
  2. Stir in milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt if using.
  3. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
  4. In the morning, stir, adjust consistency with extra milk if needed, and top with more nuts or coconut before serving.

Notes

Rolled oats provide the best chewy texture; quick oats will be softer.

Dairy-free versions work well with almond, soy, oat, or coconut milk and plant-based yogurt.

Optional add-ins include protein powder, almond butter, or cream cheese for richness.

Top with pineapple, apple slices, or extra nuts for variety.

Lasts up to 4 days in the fridge; best within 2 days.

  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook, Overnight Soak
  • Cuisine: American-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (½ recipe)
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg