Can I eat these warm?

Absolutely! While they are designed to be cool and refreshing, you can pop them in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. ♨️ This softens the oats further and makes it feel like 'instant' oatmeal, but way healthier. *Pro-Tip:* Add a splash of milk before heating so it doesn't dry out! 🥛

My oats are too thick/runny, what do I do?

Texture is personal! If it's too thick, simply stir in a splash of milk or water until it's perfect. If it's too runny, let it sit for another hour or stir in a teaspoon of chia seeds. *Pro-Tip:* I love mine thick like pudding, but my husband loves them looser—adjust until it makes *your* morning happy! ✨

Can I make this without protein powder?

Of course! You can replace the protein powder with an equal amount of oat flour or almond flour to keep the texture thick and creamy. 🥣 *Pro-Tip:* If you skip the powder, add a drop of vanilla extract or maple syrup to maintain that dessert-like flavor profile we love! 🍯

Do I really need chia seeds?

They aren't strictly necessary for flavor, but they are the secret to that thick, pudding-like consistency! 🍮 They act as a powerful binder. *Pro-Tip:* If you don't have them, try ground flaxseeds or just use slightly less liquid so your oats aren't runny. ✨

Can I use a different nut butter?

Yes, any nut or seed butter works beautifully here! 🥜 Almond, cashew, or even sunflower seed butter are great swaps. *Pro-Tip:* Tahini is a surprising but delicious option if you want something slightly more savory and sophisticated! ✨

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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Prep

15m

Set

2-12h

Cal

395cal

Eat your veggies and love it! 🥕🍰 Carrot Cake Overnight Oats tastes exactly like the dessert. Fresh grated carrots, raisins, walnuts, and cinnamon. It is sweet, spiced, and texturally interesting. You are getting a serving of vegetables before 9 AM! 🤯 It is the perfect bridge between health and indulgence. The carrots add volume and moisture without calories, meaning you get a huge, filling portion that feels like a cheat meal but fits your macros. 🧡

SOMMELIER NOTES

"Carrots are high in natural sugars, which are released when the cell walls are broken down by grating. Cinnamon acts as a 'sweetness enhancer,' allowing us to use less added sugar while maintaining a dessert profile. The walnuts add tannins (bitterness) which cut through the sweetness, providing a 'grown up' flavor profile that is balanced rather than cloying or sickly sweet."

Eye Health

Carrots are rich in beta carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin A. This nutrient is essential for vision and immune function. Pairing it with the fats in walnuts helps your body absorb this fat soluble vitamin.

Volume Hack

Grated carrot adds huge bulk to the oatmeal without adding significant calories. This adds 'gastric stretch', signaling fullness to your brain, making this excellent for anyone with a big appetite on a cut.

The Prep Secret

Use the fine side of your grater. Large chunks of raw carrot can be unpleasant in soft oats. Finely grated carrot melts into the texture, becoming almost indistinguishable from the oats themselves.

Protein0g

Carbs0g

Fats0g

Ingredients

Base

Quick Oats

1/4cup

Protein Powder

20g

Plant Milk

1/4cup

Flax Seeds

1tsp

Chia Seeds

1tsp

Carrot

1tbsp

Raisins

Walnuts

Cinnamon

1tsp

Salt

1pinch

Cream Cheese Layers

Plain Cream Cheese

2tbsp

Peanut Butter

1/2tbsp

Magic shell

White Chocolate

10g

Coconut Oil

1tsp

Frequently Asked Questions

These stay fresh and delicious for up to 4-5 days in an airtight container! 📅 The oats actually get creamier the longer they sit as they absorb more liquid. *Pro-Tip:* If I'm prepping for the whole week, I like to add fresh fruit or crunchy toppings right before eating so they keep their snap! 🍓

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15m Prep

•

2-12h Set

•

395 cal

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

SOMMELIER NOTES

Eye Health

Volume Hack

The Prep Secret

Use the fine side of your grater. Large chunks of raw carrot can be unpleasant in soft oats. Finely grated carrot melts into the texture, becoming almost indistinguishable from the oats themselves.

Protein0g

Carbs0g

Fats0g

Ingredients

Base

Quick Oats

1/4cup

Protein Powder

20g

Plant Milk

1/4cup

Flax Seeds

1tsp

Chia Seeds

1tsp

Carrot

1tbsp

Raisins

Walnuts

Cinnamon

1tsp

Salt

1pinch