Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Gajar Halwa Oats)

Carrot cake overnight oats divided in 3 mason jars with a couple carrots in the background.

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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Gajar Halwa Oats)

Gajar Halwa Overnight Oats are a cross between carrot cake and the famous Indian dessert - Gajar ka Halwa. These overnight oats taste very similar to gajar ka halwa and make the perfect breakfast sweet treat.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Refrigerate4

Total Time4 20

Course: Breakfast & Brunch

Cuisine: Indian Fusion

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Author: Nisha Kapur

Equipment

Ingredients

FOR GAJAR KA HALWA

1 tbsp ghee
1 cups carrots finely shredded & packed
1 1/2 tbsp coconut sugar more if needed
2 tbsp cashews roughly chopped
2 tbsp walnuts roughly chopped
1/2 tsp cardamom powder
1 tbsp raisins

FOR GAJAR HALWA OVERNIGHT OATS

1 cup old-fashioned oats
2 tbsp chia seeds
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup whole milk
add gajar halwa once cooled

FOR GARNISH

a few chopped walnuts

Instructions

STEP 1 - Prepare Gajar ka Halwa

Heat a kadai on medium heat, once hot, add a tablespoon of ghee. Once hot, add shredded carrots. Stir and cook for 4-5 minutes until the color of the carrots has slightly changed. You're looking for a lighter orange color.
Next, add coconut sugar and saute for a couple of minutes. Add the chopped cashews and walnuts, raisins, and cardamom powder. Stir and cook for a minute. Turn off the stove and set aside to cool.

STEP 2 - Prepare Gajar Halwa Overnight Oats

In a large mixing bowl, add old-fashioned oats and chia seeds. Now add milk and almond milk. Feel free to use any combo of up to 2 cups. Once cooled, add a little bit of the gajar halwa mixture to avoid curdling. Mix well.
Now add the remaining gajar halwa mixture. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
TIP: Taste it, and if you prefer sweeter overnight oats, feel free to add another 1/2 tablespoon of coconut sugar at a time.
Transfer the oats into pretty mason jars.

Notes

Refrigerate - For the best results, make sure to refrigerate Gajar Halwa Oats for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Carrots - Use freshly grated finely shredded carrots. Avoid using the thicker part of the grater.
Vegan - Use vegan ghee and replace milk with almond milk.

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