Overnight Carrot Cake Oatmeal
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Overnight Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Description
This oatmeal recipe combines steel cut oats with almond and coconut milk, grated carrot, golden raisins, cinnamon, and nutmeg, slow-cooked overnight in a slow cooker. The mixture cooks for 6 to 8 hours on low heat, allowing the oats to soften fully and absorb rich flavors from the coconut milk and spices. The grated carrot adds subtle sweetness and texture akin to carrot cake.
The finished oatmeal is creamy and flavorful, with natural sweetness and spice notes balancing each bite. Toppings like brown sugar, coconut flakes, and chopped pecans introduce crunch and additional layers of flavor that complement the cozy oatmeal base.
Using steel cut oats is essential as they withstand the long cooking time without becoming mushy. The almond and coconut milk combination creates a creamy but light base. This dish works well for a comforting, filling breakfast prepared ahead for convenience.
Golden raisins add bursts of sweetness, but dark raisins, dried cranberries, or chopped dried apple can be used as alternatives. Adjust spices to taste depending on your preference. The recipe offers a flavorful way to enjoy a carrot cake profile in a nutritious morning meal.
Ingredients
Carrot Cake Oatmeal
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup carrot finely grated
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Toppings
- brown sugar
- coconut flakes
- pecans chopped
Instructions
- Lightly grease the inside of 2 quart slow cooker.
- Add steel cut oats to the slow cooker.
- Stir almond milk, coconut milk, raisins, carrot, and spices together.
- Pour almond milk mixture over oats.
- Cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Serve topped with brown sugar, coconut flakes, and chopped pecans.
Notes
- Always use steel cut oats for the slow cooker to maintain texture after long cooking.
- The combination of almond milk and coconut milk yields a creamier oatmeal, but other milks may be used based on preference or allergies.
- Golden raisins can be substituted with dark raisins, dried cranberries, dried apple, or omitted.
- Adjust the amounts of cinnamon and nutmeg to suit your personal taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 124mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 158mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 3565IU | 71% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 163mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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