Can I leave out the chia seeds?

The chia seeds add texture and thickness to the overnight oats as they absorb liquids and plump up, to help create the creamy and puddling-like consistency. You can omit them if you prefer, just note the texture may differ.

What if my overnight oats are too clumpy and thick or too thin?

You can try to break up clumps with a fork and add some more milk to help thin it out. If your oats are too thin, you can add some more oats or chia seeds. Also, put it back in the fridge for longer to allow the oats and chia to absorb more liquid and thicken naturally.

Do I have to eat these cold?

While overnight oats are typically served cold, you can heat them in a bowl or in a microwave-safe jar in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until warmed through.

Vegan Carrot Cake Overnight Oats • Heal Me Delicious

Description

These easy Vegan Carrot Cake Overnight Oats are made with gluten-free oats and rich coconut milk and yogurt, with a warm, sweet carrot cake flavor! It’s perfect to make ahead for a quick and convenient breakfast, snack, or dessert.

Ingredients

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1 cup gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats
1 TBSP chia seeds
3 TBSP unsweetened vegan protein powder (optional)
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Pinch of sea salt
2 TBSP maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut yogurt (or other dairy-free yogurt)
1 cup full fat coconut milk (or other dairy-free milk)
1/2 cup finely grated carrots
unsweetened coconut flakes or shredded coconut, toasted (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

In a large bowl*, add rolled oats, chia seeds, vegan protein powder (if using), cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, nutmeg, and sea salt, and stir together.
Then, add maple syrup, vanilla, yogurt, and milk and stir together.
Add the carrots and stir until well combined. Make sure there are no large clumps of chia seeds at the bottom or throughout the mixture, so that everything is mixed well.
Divide into jars or containers and cover with a lid.** Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.***
Remove from the fridge, uncover, and give everything one more stir. Add a splash of milk if you want the oats a bit thinner. Serve cold or heat in the microwave in a bowl or in the jar (if it’s microwave-safe) if you prefer it warm. Top with toasted coconut flakes and any other toppings and garnishes that you’d like.

Notes

*You can also make this directly in one large, wide-mouthed jar that’s at least 500mL but it might get a bit messy and harder to stir.

**1x of this recipe makes 2 cups which you can transfer into one 500mL-sized jar, two 250 mL-sized jars, or into more jars with smaller amounts.

***The longer the oats soak the softer they’ll be. As the oats and chia seeds absorb the liquid, the mixture will be thicker and creamier with a longer soak or chill time in the fridge, up to 5 days.

Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours or longer
Category: Breakfast
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American