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Best Bowl Ever of Carrot Cake Oatmeal

By: Samantha RowlandUpdated: November 19, 2019

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Bowl of carrot cake oatmeal with a coconut swirl and raisins on the top in a white bowl.

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Start your day with the best bowl ever of carrot cake oatmeal, it’s super filling, easy to make, packed with nutrients, and won’t leave you reaching for donuts in the morning. Nope you started your day with carrot cake, who needs donuts! This carrot cake oatmeal is vegan, gluten free, dairy free and has a maple frosting swirl that is going to blow your mind!

Best Ever Carrot Cake Oatmeal
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Carrot cake, it’s hands down my FAVORITE flavor. I’ve told you guys this a few times before but every year for my birthday I would ask my mom to make me carrot cake for my birthday cake. Yup even at 6 years old when all the other kids were requesting chocolate or vanilla, not this girl! And my love hasn’t changed. Just my eating habits. So now I indulge every once and awhile on the real stuff (has to be homemade) but mostly I find fun way to make carrot cake “Sam approved” you know packed with fiber, nutrient dense, full of protein and of course some healthy fats!

Carrot Cake Oatmeal - Best Ever

Enter the best bowl ever of carrot cake oatmeal. It will want to make you dive in head first and swim in it’s cinnamon spice and carrot goodness. The coconut butter maple frosting, yeah you are going to be putting this stuff on EVERYTHING, you have been warned.

I made this recipe after days and days of craving everything carrot cake! It’s the time of the year when it’s cold all day long and I just want to stay snuggled up in bed with my comfy socks and sweatpants on. I’m sure unless you live somewhere warm all year (I’m looking at you Florida), you know the feeling. But having an easy breakfast recipe that you are actually looking forward to eating and will warm you up from the inside out is sure to get you out of bed, even on the coldest days. I’ve been making these oats for breakfast and sometimes in the afternoon as my post workout meal as well. Oats are a great way to refuel those lost carbs from an intense workout and the protein helps with muscle recovery!

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Vegan Carrot Cake Oatmeal

Oats, I love em. I started almost everyday of my working career with oats. Oats are simple to make, portable, and super filling. When I was working my corporate jobs, I always had a big can of oats in my desk with a real spoon and bowl (because eating oats out of a Styrofoam cup is just sad).  I loved experimenting with different flavors and textures. I found that I loved the added crunch of nuts and really enjoyed having something sweet, like raisins, cranberries, or defrosted or fresh fruit. Knowing I had a filling but yummy breakfast at my desk would help me avoid those sugary muffins or donuts at the early morning staff meetings.

Oats are packed with soluble fiber called beta glucan which has been shown to help reduce your LDL cholesterol (or bad cholesterol). This soluble fiber can help you feel physically full and satisfied after eating. If you have you ever made oats, I’m sure you have noticed how quick they double or even triple in volume as they cook. My favorite kind of oats are Old Fashioned Oats (sometimes called Rolled Oats) and Steel Cut Oats they are the perfect base to add topping and flavors to. Old Fashioned Oats cook up in about 2 minutes in the microwave so they are great even on the days when you are rushing around in the morning.

Carrot Cake Oatmeal Recipe Tips

In this recipe, I used protein powder to add sweetness and flavor to my oats. It’s a habit I started a few years ago when I first started to make overnight oats. I realized how satisfied I was on the days I would have a full serving of protein with my breakfast. I actually sometimes have to decrease my serving of oats when I add protein and chia seeds to ensure that I can finish my bowl of oatmeal, because it’s that filling! Tip of the day, check your protein powder. It shouldn’t have any sketchy ingredients and the protein should be higher than the sugars!! The protein powders I love are sweetened with stevia.

Carrot Cake Oatmeal - Great Breakfast

I use a vegan, plant based protein powder. However, if you use a whey protein or if you decide not to add the protein powder you may need to make adjustments to this recipe.

To make this best bowl ever of carrot cake oatmeal without any protein powder, use the specified amount of oats and chia seeds listed below. However, only use about 3/4 of a cup of water before microwaving. If you find that you need more water, add another 1/4 cup (or so), until you get the consistency you desire. You will need to sweeten this as well. I suggest steiva, maple syrup, honey (if not vegan), coconut sugar, or ground up dates or ground up re-hydrated figs – yum!! Whatever your favorite natural sweetener is add 1-2 tbs. tasting for your level of desired sweetness. Follow the rest of the recipe as written.

If you are short on time (or short on ingredients): Place 1/2 cup oats and 1 cup water in bowl. Add 1 tsp cinnamon, 2-3 tbs (handful) of shredded carrots to a bowl and microwave for 2 minutes on high. Add 1 tbs. coconut butter and 1-2 tbs. maple syrup. Stir well and enjoy (ready in 2:30 minutes).

Carrot Cake Oatmeal - Made with Quaker Oats

But if you have time, you can make the maple coconut swirl, which is a mixture of coconut butter and maple syrup. Only use about half the coconut butter when you are mixing in the maple syrup. Stir well (it will want to clump on you). Once it’s stirred well, then add in the rest of the coconut butter. This makes it easier to make your swirl. Then use your spoon to distribute the maple coconut butter frosting around the bowl. Or you can do like I did in the video and just plop it in the middles and mix up the bowl, that’s how you are going to eat it anyway right?

 Carrot Cake Oatmeal - Sam at Target

To make this best ever bowl  carrot cake oatmeal or any other epic bowl of oatmeal, visit your local Target like I did! You will find that there is a super fun end cap full of Quaker® Oats and all the fun toppings. I seriously had to practice some self restraint when it came to picking out toppings for this oatmeal. Gone are the days of boring oats, now it’s all about the toppings, and I couldn’t be more excited. After all, we eat with our eyes first, and a fun topped bowl of oatmeal will get you excited to jump out of bed and start the day. Or maybe that’s just me! Either way, snap a pic of your oats with all the toppings and tag me on Instagram, I’m always excited to see everyone’s creations!

 Carrot Cake Oatmeal with a coconut butter swirl

Love carrot cake as much as me? You need to check out this High Protein Carrot Cake Banana Bread and don’t forget to make these Baked Oatmeal Pumpkin Bars!

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Carrot Cake Oatmeal - Best Ever

The Best Bowl Ever of Carrot Cake Oatmeal

Start your day with the best bowl ever of carrot cake oatmeal. Packed with fiber, protein, healthy fats and all the fun toppings, this carrot cake oatmeal will have you easily turning down those muffins in our morning meetings. Vegan, dairy free, gluten free and so simple, this carrot cake oatmeal recipe will be your favorite new way to make your oats!
4.5 from 2 votes
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: oatmeal
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 2 mins
Total Time: 4 mins
Servings: 1
Author: Samantha Rowland

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup old fashion Quaker® Oats - or certified GF oats if GF
  • 1 tbs. chia seeds
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 scoop vanilla vegan protein powder - I used a vegan protein
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2-3 tbs. shredded carrots
  • 1 tbs. unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 tbs. organic raisins
  • 1/2 tbs. chopped pecans
  • 1 tbs. coconut butter
  • 1/4 tsp. maple syrup.

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds and cinnamon with 1 cup water. Stir well immediately to make sure chia seeds are distributed and don’t clump.
  • Microwave for 2 minutes.
  • Carefully remove from the microwave and stir in protein powder and additional water as needed.
  • Once fully combined, add the shredded carrots and shredded coconut and stir.
  • Top with raisins and chopped pecans.
  • Make the maple coconut frosting by first making sure the coconut butter is runny (you may need to microwave it for 15-20 seconds and stir it well). Add 1/2 tbs. to a bowl and combine it with maple syrup. Stir. Then add the remaining 1/2 tbs. of coconut butter. Distribute with spoon over oats (carefully making the swirl pattern).
  • Serve hot!

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
512
Fat
 
25
g
Carbohydrates
 
48
g
Fiber
 
14
g
Sugar
 
14
g
Protein
 
26
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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Comments

  1. Megan

    January 7, 2021 at 3:05 pm

    If I don’t have vanilla protein powder, how much vanilla extract do you think I’d need to add?

    Reply
    • Samantha Rowland

      January 15, 2021 at 11:16 am

      I am not sure Megan as I haven’t tried the recipe this way. I would stay start small, you can always add more. Maybe 1/2 teaspoon? Also you will likely want to add something to help sweetened the oatmeal since most protein powder has some sweetener in it.

      Reply
  2. Emma

    January 28, 2016 at 2:40 pm

    This sounds like a great start to the day. My son loves porridge. #freefromfridays

    Reply
  3. Angie Ouellette-Tower

    January 26, 2016 at 1:09 pm

    This delicious post is being featured on my blog today as part of Tuesdays with a Twist blog hop: http://www.godsgrowinggarden.com/2016/01/time-to-link-up-tuesdays-with-twist-147.html
    Thanks again!
    Angie

    Reply
  4. Emily

    January 25, 2016 at 11:41 am

    Oh yes! Carrot Cake OATMEAL? :) I think I will try this tomorrow, Lord willing! :) Some recipes just particularly catch my eye, and this was definitely one of them. :)

    Reply
  5. Cayanne Marcus @healthyezsweet

    January 25, 2016 at 11:39 am

    Ummm yes please! I work at a deli with the most giant, scrumptious looking carrot cake. Whenever I serve it I cry a little because it’s not gluten free :( but I can’t WAIT to try this out. Take that deli cake ;)

    Reply
  6. Kristen @ The Endless Meal

    January 24, 2016 at 5:23 pm

    5 stars
    This is brilliant! I know what I’m having for breakfast tomorrow. :)

    Reply
  7. Michelle

    January 24, 2016 at 4:46 pm

    I’m going to have to surprise my hubby with this sometime soon! Thanks for sharing :)

    Reply
  8. Latonya

    January 23, 2016 at 12:31 pm

    4 stars
    Carrot cake oatmeal sounds delicious. I will have to give it a try. We usually have maple and brown sugar or cinnamon apples on top of our oatmeal.

    Reply
  9. jen

    January 22, 2016 at 9:00 am

    This bowl sounds like heaven! We are waiting for a new plane at the airport and the hanger monster is taking over! I am a huge fan of oats and carrot cake so this sounds like the most perfect combination!

    Reply
  10. jill conyers

    January 22, 2016 at 4:29 am

    Sam this looks amazing! I wish I had time to make it this morning.

    I still haven’t given up on the idea of a collaboration!

    Reply
  11. Joyce

    January 21, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    Not only does this look awesome, but I’m pretty sure all of these ingredients are FODMAP-friendly! (which means I can eat it without feeling like I ate a horse) Woo hoo!

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:23 pm

      WOOHOO Joyce so excited that you can enjoy this!!

      Reply
  12. rachel@ atheltic avocado

    January 21, 2016 at 12:38 pm

    You know how much I adore oatmeal and this is making me drool! This is seriously like eating carrot cake batter, delicious!

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:25 pm

      Yes I devoured this and like 3 other bowls I made either testing or shooting the video. All gone in like 24 hours. No shame!

      Reply
  13. Cassie

    January 21, 2016 at 12:37 pm

    Yes, chia seeds are a great way to thicken oatmeal as well as adding some fiber, healthy omega-3s and protein–all without using any animal products!

    Reply
  14. Sarah

    January 20, 2016 at 11:41 am

    YUM!! This looks amazing! I love oatmeal, especially during the cold winter months and this year. Last year I wasn’t this crazy about it but I remember a couple years ago I was (when I posted my carrot cake oatmeal) and I would eat it daily. It has been awhile since I’ve had carrot cake oatmeal but now I’m wishing I didn’t just finish a bowl of pb&j proats or I would run and make it!

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:27 pm

      There is always tomorrow!! I need to check out your carrot cake oatmeal recipe, bet its AMAZING!! Now I want pb&j proats!

      Reply
  15. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh

    January 20, 2016 at 10:20 am

    Oh my goodness! I love carrot cake, and would have never thought to do a flavor combo for oatmeal! I make oatmeal on the weekends and love mix-ins. My current favorite is pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, chopped pecans, butter, and a drizzle of maple or agave syrup. I have to try this, yum!

    Reply
  16. Annmarie

    January 20, 2016 at 6:25 am

    Totally sharing this with my mom- she is a huge carrot cake fan!

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:30 pm

      Sounds like your mom and I are two peas in a pod.

      Reply
  17. Carolyn West

    January 19, 2016 at 8:27 pm

    What a fantastic bowl of oatmeal. Would never have thought to add carrots to oatmeal but now I can see it so clearly. #client

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:31 pm

      Girl you have got to try it :) Sooooo good

      Reply
  18. Ashley @ Fit Mitten Kitchen

    January 19, 2016 at 7:55 pm

    Carrot Cake Oatmeal sounds AMAZING. I think I need oatmeal tomorrow for breakfast now. Or a late night snack perhaps… :-D
    Favorite way to enjoy oats is GRANOLA.
    And my favorite cake flavor is definitely banana

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:32 pm

      Oh granola, always a great idea! I just tend to go OVERBOARD with granola, so it’s not something I can have around all the time. But oats seem to always be there when I need them :) Perfect late night snack

      Reply
  19. Jess @hellotofit

    January 19, 2016 at 7:36 pm

    GIRL. Now I’M craving carrot cake/carrot cake oatmeal!! Maybe appetizer of cake, main entree of OATMEAL??

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:32 pm

      I love the way you think. Lets get carrot cake and eat all the frosting lol

      Reply
  20. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness

    January 19, 2016 at 2:29 pm

    Ooh this looks SO good! I’ve seen carrot cake versions of oatmeal, cookies, bars, etc. but sometimes they just taste NOTHING like the real deal. The addition of protein powder, that coconut butter, and maple DOES THE TRICK! Yummy!

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      Yes girl I swear the coconut butter and maple combo is FANTASTIC!! And you have to have enough spice or carrot cake is just bleh

      Reply
  21. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

    January 19, 2016 at 1:31 pm

    Carrot cake twins!!! Yes!!! That’s my pick for birthday cake…I mean…everything I love! cake + carrots…and if we make it chocolate…chocolate carrot cake…(ideas!!!)

    Reply
    • Sam

      January 22, 2016 at 1:33 pm

      Yesss and omg chocolate carrot cake. I seriously am about to go play in the kitchen! You might be onto something! (or it will be gross and if that is the case I’ll let you know)

      Reply
  22. Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner

    January 19, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    ooh that is beautiful! I am trying to eat more oatmeal and looking for fun ways to mix it up

    Reply
  23. Kat

    January 19, 2016 at 11:19 am

    This sounds so dang good! Like you, I adore a good carrot cake, but I think it’s mostly because of the spices combined with the cream cheese frosting. It’s just my favorite!! I love that you added a coconut maple drizzle to this bowl to resemble the icing. I probably would just drizzle that straight into my mouth ;)

    Reply
  24. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious

    January 19, 2016 at 10:42 am

    I’m a huge carrot cake lover. I always ask for it for my birthday.

    Reply
  25. Susie @ SuzLyfe

    January 19, 2016 at 7:35 am

    I’d like a bowl to go, please. RIGHT NOW. Yummmmm

    Reply

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