Description
Enjoy the comforting flavors of Carrot Cake Oatmeal Delight, a wholesome and naturally sweetened baked oatmeal that tastes just like carrot cake! Made with heart-healthy oats, shredded carrots, and raisins, this dish is packed with fiber and flavor. Topped with a light cream cheese frosting and crunchy walnuts, it’s perfect for a nutritious breakfast, snack, or dessert!
Ingredients
For the Oat Base:
- 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, divided
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
For Moisture & Sweetness:
- ¾ cup pulp-free orange juice
- ¾ cup applesauce
- ¾ cup maple syrup
For Binding & Flavor:
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
The Star Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups shredded carrots
- ¾ cup raisins
For Toppings:
- Healthy cream cheese frosting (optional)
- Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease three 6-inch cake pans with cooking spray or coconut oil.
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Blend the Oat Mixture:
- In a high-powered blender, add 2 ½ cups oats, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, orange juice, applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth.
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Fold in the Carrots & Raisins:
- Transfer the blended mixture to a large bowl.
- Stir in the remaining 1 ½ cups oats, shredded carrots, and raisins until evenly combined.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool & Frost:
- Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread with cream cheese frosting and sprinkle with chopped walnuts, if desired.
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Slice & Enjoy:
- Cut into portions and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make it Vegan: Substitute eggs with flax eggs (2 tablespoons flaxseed meal + 5 tablespoons water).
- Lower Sugar Option: Reduce maple syrup and increase applesauce for natural sweetness.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair with a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra protein!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Healthy