Carrot Cake Oatmeal
If you're looking for a quick breakfast that tastes like carrot cake, this is it. The whole thing comes together in one pot. The most important step is simmering the carrots in the milk first; this makes sure they soften up before the oats are done cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk or a non-dairy alternative
- 1 cup finely shredded carrot
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Method
- Simmer shredded carrots and milk in pot over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium, add oats, raisins, walnuts, salt, and spices.
- Cook 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until oats are tender and mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat, stir in brown sugar and vanilla.
Notes
Stir often to prevent scorching. Oatmeal will continue to thicken as it cools.