Description
Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day, blending the classic flavors of carrot cake with the hearty goodness of oatmeal. This wholesome breakfast is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. Packed with essential nutrients and vibrant colors, each bowl is a satisfying meal that will keep you energized throughout the day. Customize your oatmeal with various toppings like nuts, fruits, or coconut flakes for added flavor and nutrition. Give yourself a delightful treat that’s both comforting and nourishing!
Ingredients
- Rolled oats
- Water or vegetable broth
- Shredded carrots
- Maple syrup or honey
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Vanilla extract
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Raisins or dried cranberries
- Coconut flakes
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, water or vegetable broth, and shredded carrots. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until creamy.
- Stir in maple syrup or honey, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Serve in bowls and top with your choice of chopped walnuts or pecans, raisins or dried cranberries, and coconut flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg