Carrot Cake Oatmeal with a Protein Boost
, by Kelly Itsell, 1 min reading time
Carrot Cake Oatmeal with a Protein Boost
Kelly Itsell
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Say hello to your new breakfast obsession! This high-protein oatmeal, inspired by carrot cake and featuring one whole carrot, is both healthy and oh-so-delicious! Quick and easy to make too.
This recipe is plant-based, vegan, soy-free, dairy-free.
This recipe is plant-based, vegan, soy-free, dairy-free.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats (steel cut oats work fine too)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or your choice milk)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 large carrot, shredded (about 1/2 cup) sometimes I even buy the baby food pouches of carrots. Works great! They have all kinds that mix great into oatmeal and shakes.
- 2 tbsp raisins
- 2 dashes cinnamon
- 2-3 drops vanilla extract
- Drizzle of agave nectar or a few dates to add a bit of natural sweetness
- 1 scoop Growing Naturals vanilla pea protein powder (may substitute with vanilla rice protein)
- OPTIONAL TOPPINGS: seed/nut butter, nuts/seeds, shredded or toasted coconut
Directions
- Place the oats, milk, and water in a small pot and heat over medium until simmering. Turn down heat to low and cook for 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, shred the carrot.
- After the oats have simmered for 3 minutes, add the shredded carrot, raisins, and cinnamon to the pan. Cook for another 3 minutes.
- Cook to desired consistency then turn off heat and add the vanilla extract, protein powder and sweetener.
- Transfer to a bowl, and top with your favorites toppings if you like.