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Have your cake and eat it for breakfast too with these delicious Carrot Cake Baked & Blended Oats! This quirky twist on a classic dessert transforms the cozy flavors of carrot cake into a nutritious and satisfying morning meal. Imagine a warm and comforting bowl of oats, baked to perfection with sweet grated carrots, aromatic spices, and a hint of vanilla.
These oats are not only a guilt-free treat but also a delightful way to start your day on a healthy note. Packed with fiber, vitamins, and a touch of sweetness, this recipe proves that you can have your cake and eat it too – even for breakfast! So, why not indulge in a wholesome and flavorful breakfast that tastes just like carrot cake? Go ahead and enjoy every spoonful of these Carrot Cake Baked & Blended Oats – because eating well should always be a piece of cake!
I kept this lightened up by using a reduced fat cream cheese and going with a crushed pineapple in its own juice rather than any kind of syrup. I also went with a natural sweetener like Stevia that I like instead of straight up sugar.
Carrot Cake Baked & Blended Oats
Ingredients
- 1 C. Dry Oats
- 8 Oz. Crushed Pineapple (In its own juice. Do no drain!)
- 1/2 C. Shredded Carrots
- 1/4 C. Natural Sweetener
- 1 Tsp. Baking Soda
- 1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
- 1/8 Tsp. Salt
- 1/4 C. Unsweetened Coconut Flakes
- 1/4 C. Chopped Walnuts
- 2 Oz. Reduced Fat Cream Cheese
- 1 Tsp. Syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. and lightly coat the inside of a couple of ramekins with non-stick baking spray; set aside.
- In a blender, food processor, or the cup of an immersion blender, puree the 1 C. Dry Oats, 8 Oz. Crushed Pineapple, 1/2 C. Shredded Carrots, 1/4 C. Natural Sweetener, 1 Tsp. Baking Soda, 1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract, and 1/8 Tsp. Salt.
- In a small separate bowl, stir together the 2 Oz. Reduced Fat 'Neufachtel' Cream Cheese and 1 Tsp. Syrup.
- Stir in the 1/4 C. Unsweetened Coconut Flakes and 1/4 C. Chopped Walnuts.
- Divide the oat mixture evenly between the two ramekins and top divide the cream cheese mixture between the middle of each, allowing it to sink into the oats.
- Place the dishes into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and cooked through.
- Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before enjoying right away!
Nutrition Facts
Calories
477.77Fat (grams)
23.6 gSat. Fat (grams)
10.03 gCarbs (grams)
82.84 gFiber (grams)
9.17 gNet carbs
55.85 gSugar (grams)
30.95 gProtein (grams)
11.41 gSodium (milligrams)
909.55 mgCholesterol (grams)
15.31 mgNutritional Claims: High Fiber • Vegetarian • Pescatarian • Egg Free • Peanut Free • Soy Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Sesame Free • Lupine Free • Mollusk Free • Alcohol Free • Kosher
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