Description
High Protein Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal is a wholesome and satisfying breakfast dish packed with warming spices, shredded carrots, and protein-rich ingredients—perfect for meal prep or a nourishing start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla protein powder
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until well combined.
- Fold in grated carrots, and optional nuts or raisins if using.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze individual portions.
- Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.
- Adjust sweetness to taste based on your protein powder.
- Use gluten-free oats if needed for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: carrot cake oatmeal, high protein breakfast, baked oatmeal, healthy meal prep, gluten-free option