Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

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As I’ve mentioned before, overnight oats are one of my go-to breakfasts. Since they are prepared the night before, breakfast runs a lot smoother in the morning.

If you like carrot cake, you’ll love these oats. They are hearty, to help you stay full longer and full of nutrients, along with fiber. The main star here is the antioxidant beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is what makes carrots orange and it is known as a cancer preventing and anti-aging antioxidant. It is the precursor to vitamin A, meaning that your body uses it to produce vitamin A. Vitamin A is known for its role in healthy eyes and healthy skin along with its role in supporting the immune system and promoting lubrication in the body. It is essential during pregnancy, for the growth of the baby’s heart, circulatory, respiratory system, and skeleton. For young children, vitamin A is important for their overall growth and the health of their bones and teeth. These are just a few of the crucial ways vitamin A helps nourish our bodies, there are so many more and it is such an important nutrient.

So far, my 16-month-old son likes to eat veggies. I’ve got my fingers crossed that this will never change but I have a little bit of a harder time. Even though I love vegetables, some days are so busy that by the time I make it to dinner I realize I haven’t had a vegetable all day. This is one of the main reasons I’ve started to add them to our breakfast. It’s a simple way to make sure to start the day off right and it helps me to make better choices later in the day.

Recipe Notes

Just a little tip about the oats, make sure to use organic quick oats. They are a better option for overnight oats, instead of old fashioned. The quick oats turn out more like the consistency of regular oatmeal after being in the refrigerator overnight.

I hope you enjoy!

Yield: 2

Author: Momma and Co.