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Carrot Cake Steel Cut Oatmeal is the perfect healthy breakfast idea for spring. Made with chewy steel cut oats, tender shredded carrots, sweet raisins, warm spices, and crunchy pecans.
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Carrot cake for breakfast? This recipe for Carrot Cake Steel Cut Oats Oatmeal is rich, creamy and the perfect healthy breakfast treat. It’s quick and easy to make and hearty enough to keep you full until lunch.
If you haven’t tried making steel cut oats, this easy breakfast recipe is a delicious way to give them a try.
A few of our favorite steel cut oats are:
- Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oats
- Blueberry Steel Cut Oats
- Peanut Butter Steel Cut Oats
- Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats
- Strawberry Steel Cut Oats
Another delicious reason to make steel cut oats is that it’s perfect for meal prep. My kids are big oatmeal fans and we love making a big batch of oatmeal to get us through the week.
So how do you make carrot cake steel cut oats? Before we begin, let’s take a look at what are steel cut oats.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF OATS:
So are steel cut oats healthier than rolled oats?
All oats start off as oat groats — the whole, unbroken grains so steel-cut and rolled oats actually have the same nutritional profile since they’re all made from whole oat groats.
Have you ever wondered what the differenceis between steel cut oats vs. rolled oats? The difference between steel cut oats and rolled oats are:
- Cooking times – steel cut oats takes longer to cook than rolled oats
- Texture – steel cut oats are heartier and chewier while rolled oats are softer since they absorb more liquid
- How much the oat groat has been processed –steel cut oats are chopped into pieces while rolled oats are steamed, pressed and then rolled flat
- Since steel cut oats are process differently, most people have mentioned that they keep you fuller longer until lunch time.
INGREDIENTS FOR CARROT CAKE STEEL CUT OATS:
- steel cut oats (be sure to get certified gluten free oats if you are sensitive to gluten)
- ground cinnamon
- ground ginger
- nutmeg
- ground cloves
- shredded coconut
- grated carrots
- maple syrup
- vanilla
- walnuts or pecans
- coconut chips, for topping (optional)
- raisins, for topping (optional)
HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT CARROT CAKE STEEL CUT OATS:
To make carrot cake steel cut oatmeal in the Instant Pot, you’re going to start off with 1 cup of steel cut oats and 3 cups of liquid.
LIGHTLY GREASE THE INSTANT POT: Next, you’re going to lightly coat the inner pot of your Instant Pot with coconut oil or cooking spray to avoid sticking.
ADD THE INGREDIENTS: Add the oats, liquid, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and carrots into the Instant Pot. Secure the lid and close the vent.
PRESSURE COOK THE OATMEAL: Press the MANUAL (or PRESSURE COOKER for newer Instant Pot models) button and set to 4 minutes.
NATURAL RELEASE: After the oats finish cooking, allow the pressure to release naturally (about 10-15 minutes).
After the pressure releases, open the lid and give the oatmeal a good stir. Any extra liquid will absorb as it cools. Stir in the maple syrup, coconut and chopped nuts.
Divide into bowls and top each with more coconuts, nuts and milk, if desired.
REASONS TO MAKE STEEL CUT OATS IN THE INSTANT POT:
- completely hands-off & not having to stand at the stove to monitor the pot – just set and forget it
- no spilling over or waiting for water to boil
- keeps the oats warm after they are cooked
- the end results are totally worth it and completely foolproof! You’ll get oatmeal that cooks up perfectly light and fluffy.
HOW TO MAKE CARROT CAKE STEEL CUT OATS ON THE STOVE:
RATIO OF LIQUID TO OATS:
- for the best bowl of creamy carrot cake steel cut oats, I like to start off with 1 cup of steel cut oats and 3 cups of liquid.
- I typically use almond milk but water or half milk (of your choice) and half water work great as well.
- Combine oats, liquid and grated carrots in a medium pot over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and a gentle simmer. Do not leave unattended.
- Continue simmering until thickened and desired creaminess, about 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom of the pan to. Remove from heat.
Add cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and sweetener if desired. Divide into bowls and add desired toppings.
More oatmeal recipes you might like:
Strawberry Steel Cut Oatmeal
Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
Overnight Oats – Carrot Cake
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Carrot Cake Steel Cut Oats
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast, gluten free, how to make steel cut oats, steel cut oats, strawberry steel cut oats
Servings: 2
Calories: 468 kcal
Author: Kelly
Ingredients
- 1 cup steel cut oats , use gluten free as needed
- 3 cups almond milk , can also use water if you prefer
- 1/2 cup grated carrots (about 1 medium carrot)
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup , honey or low carb liquid sweetener of choice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts OR pecans
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut , divided plus more for garnish
Instructions
STOVETOP METHOD:
Combine oats, liquid and grated carrots in a medium pot over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and a gentle simmer. Do not leave unattended.
Continue simmering until thickened and desired creaminess, about 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping along the bottom of the pan to prevent sticking. Remove from heat.
Stir in cinnamon, ginger, cloves, maple syrup, vanilla, nuts and coconut.
Divide into bowls and top each with more coconut, nuts and milk, if desired.
INSTANT POT METHOD:
To avoid sticking, lightly coat the inner pot of your Instant Pot with coconut oil or cooking spray.
Add oats into the Instant Pot followed by liquid. Stir in the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and carrots into the Instant Pot along with the oats and liquid. Secure the lid and close the vent.
Press the MANUAL (or PRESSURE COOKER for newer Instant Pot models) button and set to 4 minutes.
After the oats finish cooking, allow the pressure to release naturally (about 10-15 minutes).
After the pressure releases, open the lid and give the oatmeal a good stir. Any extra liquid will absorb as it cools. Stir in the maple syrup, coconut and chopped nuts.
Divide into bowls and top each with more coconuts, nuts and milk, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Carrot Cake Steel Cut Oats
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 468 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Carbohydrates 54g18%
Fiber 13g52%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 17g34%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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