Spring Carrot Cake Oatmeal (Printable Version)

Wholesome baked squares with fresh carrots, warm spices, and oats for a cozy breakfast or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
03 - ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1½ cups milk, dairy or unsweetened plant-based
08 - ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
09 - ¼ cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
10 - 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

11 - 1¼ cups finely grated carrots, approximately 2 medium carrots
12 - ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional
13 - ⅓ cup raisins, optional
14 - ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt. Stir until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil or butter, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in grated carrots, chopped nuts, raisins, and shredded coconut if using.
06 - Spread mixture evenly into prepared baking dish, ensuring uniform thickness.
07 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until center is set and edges are golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing into 9 squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutritious Ingredients: Packed with fresh carrots and whole grain oats.
  • Perfect Texture: Moist and tender with a satisfying crunch from optional walnuts.
  • Meal-Prep Friendly: Easy to bake ahead and store for busy mornings.
02 -
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Reheating: Warm individual squares in the microwave for 20-30 seconds to restore the fresh-baked texture.
  • Freezing: These squares freeze beautifully; wrap them individually for a quick grab-and-go snack.
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