A prep recipe with a plan

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats Recipe

A measured carrot cake overnight oats prep recipe for 4 servings, with packing, storage, and reheating notes.

Makes

4 servings

Prep time

10 min

Best for

Portable

Flavor

Spiced, nutty, and lightly sweet

oats
carrot
raisins
walnuts
Illustrative image of carrot cake overnight oats with walnuts

The useful part

How to prep it

  1. 1

    Stir the oats, plant milk, chia seeds, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt together in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Fold in the grated carrot and raisins, then divide among four jars.

  3. 3

    Seal and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours, until thickened.

  4. 4

    Pack the walnuts separately and add them just before eating.

Work with what you have

Easy substitutions

Use the closest swap that fits what you have and how you plan to pack it.

plant milk

regular milk or soy milk

walnuts

pecans or sunflower seeds

Make the next meal easier

Leftover plan

Leftover plan

Spoon extra oats over yogurt, or warm them with a splash of milk for a softer breakfast.

Storage

Keep the prepared components chilled in sealed containers. Refrigerate within 2 hours and use within 3 days.

Reheat

Serve cold or warm in short microwave bursts. Add walnuts after reheating.

Food safety guidance

For cooling, storing, and reheating details, use the USDA references below.