Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
A cozy and wholesome breakfast combining the warm flavors of carrot cake with hearty baked oatmeal, perfect for a nutritious start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, grated carrots, walnuts, shredded coconut, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the oatmeal is set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, top with a dollop of yogurt or cream cheese frosting.
Notes
For extra creaminess, drizzle with a homemade cream cheese glaze or serve with a spoonful of Greek yogurt.