Description
This Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal is a warm, wholesome breakfast that blends the cozy flavors of carrot cake with the heartiness of oats. It’s soft, naturally sweet, and perfect for meal prep or a family-friendly morning treat.
Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups almond milk (or non-dairy milk of choice)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
2 teaspoons alcohol-free vanilla flavor (Simply Organic Alcohol-Free Vanilla Flavor or Watkins Clear Vanilla Flavor)
3/4 cup freshly grated carrots
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter, olive oil, or coconut oil.
2. In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and salt until well combined.
3. In another medium bowl, whisk together the almond milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla flavor until smooth.
4. Add the shredded carrots and half of the raisins and pecans into the wet mixture.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until the oats are evenly coated.
6. Transfer the mixture into the baking dish, pressing down lightly to ensure all oats are soaked.
7. Sprinkle the remaining raisins and pecans on top and press lightly again.
8. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
9. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
You can use any dairy-free milk such as oat, soy, or coconut milk.
For a vegan version, replace eggs with 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water).
To make it extra moist, add 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or a mashed banana to the wet ingredients.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 30–60 seconds or in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American