Plant-Based Carrot Cake Oatmeal turns the classic fall dessert into a breakfast recipe. Honestly, though, you could definitely eat this oatmeal for dessert. It's that good!
It's September and, even if the weather is still warm, fall is on the way. Gone are the days of eating overnight oats for breakfast. It's time for hot oatmeal!
Oatmeal is such a classic breakfast. And for good reason. It's quick and easy. If that doesn't sell you, the fiber and whole grains in oatmeal definitely should.
Have I talked enough about fiber? Fiber is this wonderful nutrient that aids in gut health, lowers cholesterol and blood sugar, regulates digestion, and promotes overall well-being. I think I sound like a broken record. Sorry, not sorry. Fiber is good for you and oats are one of the leading sources. Eat up!
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Why I love this Plant-Based Carrot Cake Oatmeal
- Dietary needs - these oats are plant-based, dairy-free, oil-free, sugar-free, and can be easily made gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free oats
- Quick & easy breakfast - it doesn't get any quicker than microwaving oatmeal!
- Veggies for breakfast - get a serving of veg in with carrots in your oatmeal! The carrot flavor blends well with the raisins and cinnamon, so you'll barely notice you're eating vegetables
- Tastes like dessert - I mean, it's carrot cake flavored!
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- Ground Flaxseeds: flax adds fiber and healthy fats. It also serves to thicken the oatmeal. You could sub ground chia seeds if you'd like, or simply omit the flax. Do make sure that you use ground flaxseeds - we can't digest them whole
- Water: for a richer breakfast you could use a non-dairy milk. Oat milk would be especially delicious here
- Rolled Oats: you can also use quick oats, though you may need to adjust the cook time. If you are gluten-free, be sure to use certified gluten-free oats. Oats are naturally gluten-free but may contain trace elements of gluten.
- Whole Carrot: to save time you could buy pre-shredded carrots instead
- Raisins: or currants
- Walnuts
- Cinnamon
- Date Syrup: or maple syrup
- Vanilla Extract: optional, but delicious! Vanilla adds a great depth of flavor.
- Plant-Based Protein Powder: also optional, but great if you're looking to get some more protein in your diet
How to make Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Step 1. In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseeds with the 1 ½ water and place in the fridge.
Step 2. In the bowl you wish to eat out of, mix the rolled oats and the ⅔ cup of water. Microwave on high for 3 minutes.
Step 3. While the oats are in the microwave, quickly peel and grate the carrot. Gather remaining ingredients.
Step 4. When the oatmeal is done, add the flax mixture, the grated carrot, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, date syrup, and protein powder to the bowl and mix thoroughly.
If, after adding in all the ingredients, the oatmeal is too thick, warm some more water in the microwave and add to the oatmeal until your desired consistency is reached.
Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Prayer
Jesus, thank you for sweet carrot cake oatmeal. Nourish our bodies with this plant-based breakfast. Keep us healthy so we may do your work. Amen.
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📖 Recipe
Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Ground Flaxseed + 1 ½ Tablespoons Water
- ⅓ Cup Rolled Oats gluten-free, if necessary
- ⅔ Cup Water
- 1 Small Carrot
- 1 Tablespoon Raisins
- 1-2 Tablespoons Walnuts
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ - 1 Teaspoon Date Syrup
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Plant-Based Protein Powder optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseeds with the 1 ½ water and place in the fridge.
- In the bowl you wish to eat out of, mix the rolled oats and the ⅔ cup of water. Microwave on high for 3 minutes.
- While the oats are in the microwave, quickly peel and grate the carrot. Gather remaining ingredients.
- When the oatmeal is done, add the flax mixture, the grated carrot, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, date syrup, and protein powder to the bowl and mix thoroughly. If, after adding in all the ingredients, the oatmeal is too thick, warm some more water in the microwave and add to the oatmeal until your desired consistency is reached. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate.
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