Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Start your day with a warm, comforting bowl of Carrot Cake Oatmeal that combines wholesome oats with the sweet and spicy flavors of classic carrot cake.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (or almond milk)
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: cream cheese or Greek yogurt for topping
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, milk, grated carrot, and a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
- Add the crushed pineapple, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir well to combine.
- Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oatmeal is creamy and the carrots are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped nuts and raisins.
- Serve warm, topped with a dollop of cream cheese or Greek yogurt if desired.
Notes
For extra richness, swirl in a spoonful of cream cheese frosting or sprinkle additional chopped nuts on top for added crunch.