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February 24, 2023 Breakfast

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

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2 carrot cake flavored overnight oat jars on a wooden board with a black spoon.
2 glass jars of carrot cake overnight oats on a wooden boars with a black spoon.
two jars of carrot cake overnight oats topped with yogurt and chopped pecans on a wooden board.
2 Mason jars of pre-made oats with carrots, yogurt, and pecans.

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats are a simple, healthy, meal-prepped breakfast. Made with pantry staple ingredients, you can get all of the classic flavors of carrot cake and a full serving of veggies in one healthy breakfast. This recipe is gluten free, refined sugar free, and can be made vegan if needed.

two jars of carrot cake overnight oats topped with yogurt and chopped pecans on a wooden board.

I think that once you make these carrot cake overnight oats, breakfast will change completely for you. It's a simple recipe, yet so full of flavor, protein, and veggies!

Each serving has over 17 grams of protein in it, a serving of vegetables and is completely gluten free. I've also listed dairy free and vegan options below if you follow one of those diets!

It only takes 10 minutes from start to finish to prepare each jar, and they're great to store in the fridge for busy mornings. Instead of skipping breakfast for going through the drive-through, make a healthy choice and grab one out of the fridge!

You should also check out this baked oats without banana recipe or flaxseed pudding for more easy meal prepped breakfasts.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Overnight oats are a great way to prep a healthy breakfast for busy days
  • This recipe is healthy, simple, and truly tastes like carrot cake
  • You can make this recipe gluten free, dairy free, and vegan if needed
  • It's easy to make and takes 5 minutes to assemble
  • You'll be full and satisfied because each serving has over 17 grams of protein

Ingredients Needed For Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

*full ingredients list and measurements can be found in recipe card below*

ingredients for carrot cake overnight oats labeled with black text.
  • Oats: For overnight oats you need to use either rolled oats or old fashioned oats. Steel cut will not work and instant get too mushy.
  • Milk: Any kind of milk will work. I typically use whole milk or almond milk, but any milk you have on hand will work.
  • Greek yogurt: The Greek yogurt adds a good amount of protein and probiotics. It also makes the overnight oats super thick and creamy.
  • Carrots: You can't have carrot cake overnight oats without carrots! I suggest shredding them yourself because the store-bought ones are a bit too thick.
  • Sweetener: I use maple syrup in my recipe but honey also works. You can also use regular sugar or brown sugar for a non- refined sugar free option.
  • Raisins: Raisins are a good source of soluble fiber and add a fun texture to the oats. If you don't like them you can leave them out.
  • Pecans: For a nice crunch and healthy fat I like to add chopped pecans on top
  • Flavorings: For flavor I mix in vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness

How To Make Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

1. In a medium sized mixing bowl stir together the oats, milk, raisins, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt

oats, raisins, milk, and shredded carrots in a white bowl with a wooden spoon.

2. Divide the carrot cake oat mixture between 2, 8 ounce jars

overnight oats with carrots in 3 Mason jars.

3. In a clean bowl, stir Greek yogurt together with the remaining maple syrup, then divide evenly over top of each of the oat layers

Greek yogurt mixed with syrup in a glass bowl.

4. Cover with a lid and place the jars into the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours, but overnight is best

5. When you're ready to eat, take a jar out of the fridge, top with some chopped pecans and enjoy!

2 glass jars of carrot cake overnight oats on a wooden boars with a black spoon.

Topping Ideas

Once the oat have soaked, you can really top them with any extra toppings you'd like! I like to toast some chopped pecans or add granola, but you could also add some chia seeds or hemp seeds for protein.

Some other ideas include:

  • Toasted walnuts
  • Runny cashew butter
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Extra raisins
  • Diced pineapple (pineapple and carrot cake is a match made in heaven)
  • Chopped dates
  • Sliced banana

Can I add protein to overnight oats?

Sure! You can add it in the form of vanilla protein powder for a higher protein option, or chia or hemp seeds for a more whole-food alternative.

If you're adding protein powder you will need to add a bit more milk, I suggest mixing in an extra ¼ cup.

2 carrot cake flavored overnight oat jars on a wooden board with a black spoon.

How Long Do Overnight Oats Need To Soak For?

The minimal amount of time overnight oats need to soak for is 2 hours, but it's ideal if they can sit overnight. That way you can have a healthy breakfast read to go in the fridge.

Expert Tips

  1. Use gluten free oats: Oats are naturally gluten free, but sometimes they can be cross-contaminated with wheat. By purchasing certified gluten free oats you won't have to worry about that.
  2. Make them vegan: Substitute the milk with a non-dairy alternative and use coconut yogurt instead of Greek. They won't have as much protein, but they'll be suitable for anyone on a dairy free or vegan diet.
  3. Make a big batch: To save time, I make a big batch of the carrot cake oat mixture and then divide it between jars. But, you can make them individually if you prefer.
  4. Meal prep: Overnight oats will stay good for up to 5 days if stored in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you eat them hot?

You can, but the main point of overnight oats is to not have to do any work. Just pull them from the fridge and enjoy.
If you're heating them up, add a little milk to the pot so they don't burn.

How long do carrot cake overnight oats last?

These will stay good in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Are these healthy?

Yes, carrot cake overnight oats are very healthy! They're gluten free, refined sugar free, and full of nutrients thanks to the carrots, raisins, Greek yogurt, and nuts.

What is the point of overnight oats?

The point of making overnight oats is to be able to have a healthy breakfast you can grab right from the fridge. It saves you time and money having breakfast meal prepped, rather then getting take out or choosing something unhealthy.

2 Mason jars of pre-made oats with carrots, yogurt, and pecans.

More Oat Recipes

  • Air fryer baked oats
  • Baked oats without banana
  • Cinnamon oatmeal
  • 3 ingredient oatmeal balls
  • Oat flour pancakes
  • Oat flour waffles

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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats are a simple, healthy, meal-prepped breakfast. Made with pantry staple ingredients, you can get all of the classic flavors of carrot cake and a full serving of veggies in one healthy breakfast. This recipe is gluten free, refined sugar free, and can be made vegan if needed.

  • Author: Nicole Radcliffe
  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Chill Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 Servings 1x
  • Category: Overnight Oats
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup-divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. In a medium sized mixing bowl stir together the oats, milk, raisins, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt
  2. Divide the carrot cake oat mixture between 2, 8 ounce jars
  3. In a small bowl, stir Greek yogurt together with the remaining 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, then scoop ¼ cup of yogurt on top of each of the oat layers
  4. Cover with a lid and place the jars into the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours, but overnight is best
  5. When you're ready to eat, take a jar out of the fridge, top with 1 tablespoons of chopped pecans and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use gluten free oats: Oats are naturally gluten free, but sometimes they can be cross-contaminated with wheat. By purchasing certified gluten free oats you won't have to worry about that.
  • Make them vegan: Substitute the milk with a non-dairy alternative and use coconut yogurt instead of Greek. They won't have as much protein, but they'll be suitable for anyone on a dairy free or vegan diet.
  • Make a big batch: To save time, I make a big batch of the carrot cake oat mixture and then divide it between jars. But, you can make them individually if you prefer.
  • Meal prep: Overnight oats will stay good for up to 5 days if stored in the fridge. 

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  1. Lauren says

    February 25, 2023 at 1:48 pm

    I loooove carrot cake! This sounds delish! Can’t wait to make it

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    • Nicole Radcliffe says

      March 02, 2023 at 10:44 am

      Hi Lauren, I hope you enjoy the recipe!

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  2. Chloe says

    March 23, 2023 at 10:20 am

    Soooo good! It really tasted like I was eating dessert for breakfast!

    ★★★★★

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    • Nicole Radcliffe says

      March 23, 2023 at 10:26 am

      Dessert for breakfast is the best!! So happy you loved the recipe 🙂

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