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
1–2 Tbsp (10–20g) raisins
Pinch of kosher salt
1½ cups (355ml) milk, any kind
2–3 Tbsp (30–45ml) maple syrup
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
*Optional: 2–3 Tbsp whole milk Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Combine oats, grated carrots, chia seeds, cinnamon, nuts, coconut, raisins, and a pinch of salt in a jar or airtight container.
- Stir in milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt if using.
- Mix well, cover, and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
- 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.
- 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