Favorite Carrot Cake Oatmeal
This Favorite Carrot Cake Oatmeal recipe combines the delicious flavors of carrot cake for a nourishing breakfast option.
Equipment
- Calphalon 5-Quart Pot
- Rolled Oats
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats also called 'old-fashioned oats'
- 1 cup grated carrot
- 1 cup grated apple
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk (dairy or nondairy)
- Maple syrup, honey, raisins, or sliced nuts optional
Instructions
- Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot over high heat.
- Reduce to medium heat and add the oats, carrot, apple, cinnamon, and vanilla. Stir and simmer for 6-8 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the mixture is soft and the liquid is absorbed.
- Turn off the heat, stir in the milk, and cover. Let sit for about 5 minutes and serve with desired toppings.
Notes
Store leftovers (or make ahead) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat to serve. Grate carrots on a box grater for a finer texture. Stir once or twice during cooking to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 51mgPotassium: 364mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5462IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 105mgIron: 2mg
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