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Creamy Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

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These overnight oats capture all the nostalgic flavors of carrot cake with a creamy, tangy cream cheese topping. Perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, or a healthy dessert, this breakfast is comforting, customizable, and packed with wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
  • 3/4 cup finely grated carrots (fresh preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey/agave)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)
  • For the Cream Cheese Topping:
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened (full-fat or light)
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Finely grate carrots using a box grater until you have 3/4 cup.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, grated carrots, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
  3. Stir in chopped walnuts or pecans, raisins or cranberries, and shredded coconut if using.
  4. Divide the oat mixture evenly among 2-3 glass jars or containers, leaving room at the top for the topping.
  5. Seal jars and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
  6. In a small bowl, blend softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and silky.
  7. Before serving, spoon a generous dollop of cream cheese topping over each jar of oats.
  8. Optionally, sprinkle with extra walnuts, cinnamon, or shredded coconut.

Notes

Use freshly grated carrots for best texture and moisture. Chia seeds help thicken the oats. For vegan or dairy-free, substitute coconut yogurt and almond cream cheese. Oats keep in the fridge for up to 4 days and freeze well. Adjust sweetness to taste and add-ins as desired. If oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of milk.

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