Vegan Carrot Cake Oatmeal

Love carrot cake, but hate the calories, sugar and carbs that come along with it? Then look no further! This oatmeal tastes just like the real thing, and it's good for you too! 

After scrolling through many recipes of carrot cake oats for inspiration, we decided it would be so much easier to ditch the lengthy descriptions and make this delicious breakfast from scratch! And it only takes a few ingredients! 

INGREDIENTS (yields 1 serving):
-1/2 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if necessary)
-1 1/2 cups water
-1 medium sized carrot
-1/2 banana (mashed)
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-1 tablespoon chia seeds
-1/2 teaspoon cinnamon



1) Begin by grating 1 medium carrot over a bowl

2) Place 1/2 cup of oats and 1 1/2 cups of water in a pot on medium heat, constantly stirring to avoid burning
3) As the oats start to cook, add in 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
4) Next, add in the grated carrot and cover the pot with a lid after it is thoroughly stirred in; reduce to low heat

5) After 2-3 minutes, add in 1/2 mashed banana, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon and remove the lid of the pot, turning the heat back up to a medium flame

6) Constantly stir the oatmeal for a few more minutes, until the oatmeal reaches your preferred consistency (we like ours when the water is completely absorbed and the oatmeal is sticking together)

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Once finished, dish out into a bowl and enjoy! Toppings include but are not limited to cashews, fruits, nut butters and seeds. You can easily double or triple this recipe to share with family and friends. If you make this recipe, be sure to hashtag #simplynourishing on Instagram for a chance for us to feature your post! Most of all, have an amazing day whenever it is that you're reading this, and stay HEALTHY!