Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

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Who says carrot cake is only for dessert? This delicious, wholesome breakfast is packed with all the flavors of traditional carrot cake: nuts, spices, fresh carrot, and a tangy topping. Blend the carrots with milk or non-dairy milk and a dash of turmeric and black pepper in the Nutribullet Ultra for a vibrant color and added nutrients, then blitz in your oats, nuts, and spices using the convenient pulse feature! Pour into individual portions, top with a creamy yogurt, then refrigerate. Note: make a few batches and store in an airtight container for up to 5 days for a convenient grab-and-go option!

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Prep time: 5mins
Serves or Makes: 2 servings

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ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups milk or non-dairy
  • 1 cup sliced carrots, (approximately 2 carrots)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 3 grinds fresh black pepper
  • 3/4 cup rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons flax seeds
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, plus more for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Pinch of ground cloves
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt (plain or vanilla flavor)

Method

  • Step 1

    Add non-dairy milk, carrots, maple syrup, turmeric, and black pepper to the Nutribullet® Ultra and blend for 30 seconds. Add oats, chia seeds, flax seeds, pecans or walnuts, and spices to the blender and pulse about 8-10 times to break up the oats and seeds a bit.

  • Step 2

    Pour 1/2 cup portions into small containers or jars.

  • Step 3

    Stir 1 tablespoon maple syrup into Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt.

  • Step 4

    Top oat mixture with a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt dairy-free yogurt, then smooth with a spoon. Sprinkle some toasted pecans or walnuts and a pinch of cinnamon over yogurt. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before eating.

  • Step 5

    Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.