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Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal with Cream Cheese Glaze
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup shredded carrots (freshly grated is best)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce (or crushed pineapple)
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/8 tsp. nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch salt
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (more to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup reduced fat cream cheese
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (or maple syrup)
- 1 tbsp warm water
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray an 8 X 8 baking dish with cooking spray. Add the oats, carrots, applesauce, raisins, coconut, chia seeds, spices, and salt to a bowl. You can also add walnuts or pecans for a more classic carrot cake.
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Step 2
In another bowl, whisk together the almond milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add to the oatmeal mixture and stir together.
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Step 3
Pour into the baking dish. Bake for 40-50 minutes until the oatmeal is fully set and lightly browned.
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Step 4
Meanwhile make the glaze by beating together the cream cheese, milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla. You can microwave the cream cheese for a few seconds to make it easier to stir.
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Step 5
Remove the baked oatmeal from the oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes. Drizzle the glaze on top and serve. Keep leftovers in the fridge for 4-5 days.
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