Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal

Name: Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: Non-stick cooking spray; 3 cups gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats; 1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder; 1/4 cup chia seeds; 1/4 cup ground flaxseed; 1/2 cup chopped unsalted pecans, divided; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/4 tsp ground cardamom; 1/4 tsp ground ginger; 2 large eggs, room temperature and beaten; 2 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk, room temperature; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 1 Tbsp lemon zest or orange zest; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups grated carrots; 2 medium ripe bananas; Fresh mint, for garnish

By Adam Fisher

Published 3/18/2025

Dietitian Reviewed: Erin McNamara, RDN, LDN, CLT

Approved for These Diets:

Our Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal is a healthy and delicious twist on a classic dessert, perfect for holiday brunches or meal prepping for breakfast. Packed with protein, fiber, and a rich blend of warm spices, this heart-healthy breakfast casserole is naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and maple syrup. The hearty combination of old-fashioned rolled oats, grated carrots, and crunchy pecans will help you feel satisfied longer, controlling those late morning cravings. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a simple, quick, and easy recipe that tastes like you are starting your day with a freshly baked slice of carrot cake!

Whether you are entertaining or getting ready for the week, our nutrient-packed heart-healthy breakfast recipes will jumpstart your day on a tasty note.

Total Time

45 minutes

Servings

12

Calories

226

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How to Make Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch or 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, chia seeds, flaxseed, ¼ cup pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and ginger; set aside.
Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, mash one of the bananas using a fork until smooth. Slice the other banana into ¼-inch thick coins. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, mashed banana, maple syrup, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add to oat mixture and stir to combine. Gently fold in carrots and sliced banana.
Step 4

Transfer mixture to prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle the top evenly with remaining almonds. Bake, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 5

Serve warm garnished with fresh mint. If desired, enjoy with additional banana slices and a drizzle of warm maple syrup.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

1/2 cup

226

Calories

9

g

Fat

31

mg

Cholesterol

109

mg

Sodium

30

g

Carbs

1

g

Sat. Fat

5

g

Fiber

10

g

Protein

9

g

Sugars

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