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High Protein Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

High Protein Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Start your day with delicious High Protein Carrot Cake Overnight Oats, combining flavors and nutrition in every bite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 1 bowl
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup rolled oats
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup milk of choice
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
Mix-Ins
  • 0.5 cup freshly grated carrot
  • 0.25 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tablespoons hemp hearts optional

Equipment

  • mason jar or container with lid

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a 16oz mason jar or container with a lid, add the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir vigorously with a fork or small whisk for about 30 seconds until well combined.
  2. Fold in the grated carrot, chopped nuts, and hemp hearts if using. Distribute the carrots evenly throughout the mixture.
  3. Secure the lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight (8 to 12 hours).
  4. In the morning, give the oats a good stir. If they are too thick, add a splash more milk. Top with optional toppings right before eating and enjoy cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 26gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is customizable; feel free to add your favorite nuts or dried fruits for added flavor and nutrition.

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