Oatmeal with Apple and Carrots: A Sugar-Free Delight
Indulge in a delightful and nutritious start to your day with our Oatmeal with Apple and Carrots: A Sugar-Free Delight. This wholesome dish combines the natural sweetness of grated apples and carrots with hearty rolled oats, making it an excellent choice for breakfast or an energizing snack. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it’s also versatile enough to fit any meal plan, whether you’re rushing out the door on a busy weekday or enjoying a leisurely weekend brunch. With no added sugars and packed with healthy ingredients like walnuts and almond milk, this recipe is sure to please both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 medium apples, grated (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with coconut oil or butter.
- Finely grate the apples and carrots.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder.
- Add the grated apples, grated carrots, almond milk, and maple syrup or honey (if using). Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into squares or wedges. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg