Description
A nutritious and delicious Carrot Cake Protein Overnight Oats recipe combining ripe banana, grated carrot, oats, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and warming cinnamon for a wholesome breakfast that tastes like dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 large carrot, finely grated
- 90 g (1/2 cup) Dunnes Stores Oats
- 250 ml (1/2 cup) Dunnes Stores Greek Yogurt
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) Dunnes Stores High Protein Cottage Cheese
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons raisins
Toppings
- Extra Dunnes Stores Greek Yogurt
- Finely ground walnuts, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Mash Banana: Mash the ripe banana thoroughly until it becomes a smooth puree, then transfer it to a mixing bowl.
- Add Ingredients: Finely grate half a large carrot and add it to the bowl along with oats, Greek yogurt, high protein cottage cheese, ground cinnamon, and raisins.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir the mixture vigorously until it is smooth and all the ingredients are fully combined into a uniform consistency.
- Assemble: Spoon the combined mixture into a serving jar, smoothing the top to prepare for topping.
- Add Toppings: Top the oats with extra Greek yogurt and sprinkle finely ground walnuts over the surface for added texture and flavor.
- Chill Overnight: Cover and place the jar in the refrigerator overnight to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften for the best texture and taste.
Notes
- Use a ripe banana for natural sweetness and smooth texture.
- Grate the carrot finely to ensure it mixes well and softens overnight.
- Choose full-fat or reduced-fat Greek yogurt based on dietary preference.
- The raisins add natural sweetness but can be substituted with chopped dates or dried cranberries.
- Overnight chilling is essential for the oats to absorb moisture and flavors to develop.
- For a nut allergy, omit the walnuts or replace with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds.
