Description
Carrot Cake Protein Overnight Oats is a delicious and nutritious breakfast that combines the warm flavors of carrot cake with the ease and convenience of overnight oats. Packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness, this recipe is perfect for a quick, satisfying start to your day. Plus, it’s customizable with your favorite toppings for extra flavor!
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cup rolled oats (128 grams)
- 12 oz unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 2 scoops vanilla whey protein powder (66 grams)
- 2 small carrots, grated (80 grams)
- 1/3 cup raisins (53 grams)
Spices
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp allspice
Instructions
- Mix the Base Ingredients:
Whisk the vanilla whey protein powder into the almond milk in a mixing bowl until fully smooth. You want to ensure there are no clumps. - Combine All Ingredients:
Add the rolled oats, grated carrots, raisins, cinnamon, and allspice to the bowl. Stir everything together until the mixture is evenly combined. - Portion and Refrigerate:
Divide the mixture into 4 resealable jars or containers. Seal them tightly and place them in the refrigerator overnight to allow the oats to fully absorb the liquid and flavors. - Serve and Optional Heating:
Serve the oats chilled or, for a warm variation, microwave for 30 seconds and stir. For an extra treat, top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, chopped pecans, and some grated carrot before serving.
Notes
- Want thicker oats? Add 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of chia seeds to the mixture before refrigerating for added texture and nutrition.
- You can substitute the vanilla whey protein for your preferred type of protein powder.
- For a nut-free alternative, swap the almond milk for oat milk or any other non-dairy milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
