A delightful and nutritious twist on classic oat bakes, infused with the flavors of carrot cake. This bake is a perfect balance of sweetness, warmth, and wholesome goodness.
Mix all ingredients and bake the Carrot Cake Protein Oat Bake in the oven until it's set and golden brown on top. Once baked, let it cool slightly before slicing and serving. Add the Maple Cream Cheese icing on top for even more delicious flavor!
Enjoy this wholesome and protein-packed Carrot Cake Oat Bake as a delightful breakfast or a nutritious snack!
INGREDIENTS
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Dry
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1 1/2 c oats (GF if needed)
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1/2 c chia or ground flaxseed
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1/2 tsp ginger & shake of salt
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Wet
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1 c nonfat greek yogurt
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1/4 c shredded carrots (about 1-2 whole shredded with cheese grater)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 c milk (unsweetened almond)
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desired raisins & pecans/walnuts to top
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Maple Cream Cheese Icing (optional)
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2 T softened low-fat cream cheese or vegan
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2 T vanilla yogurt
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sprinkle cinnamon
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1 T maple syrup or sweetener of choice
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1-2 T almond milk to desired thickness
STEPS
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Combine dry ingredients in a bowl and stir. Add yogurt, extracts, milk, and carrots. Stir well.
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Place into a greased 9x13 dish and top with desired raisins or nuts.
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Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes.
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Cut into 6 servings for an easy prepped meal to satisfy your sweet tooth and support metabolism and blood sugar for 4 hours or so.
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Top with Maple Cream Cheese Icing (optional)
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Mix in a small bowl with whisk. Drizzle after baking. Honestly, it’s yummy sans the icing too if that’s too extra. Sometimes I microwave my slice to have in a bowl with some nut butter and milk poured over or I love it cold topped with some vanilla yogurt or even cottage cheese because I like to do more like 30g protein at my meals. You can also grab a slice on the go and eat it like a bar.
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🍑 Nourishment Breakdown
PROTEIN powder, yogurt
FAT a little in the chia/flax
FIBER chia/flax, carrots
STARCH oats