Healthy Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars are the perfect breakfast. They are easy to make and filled with nutritious ingredients making it a great way to start the day.

Holding a slice of Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars

These Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars are the perfect morning treat. A treat in the healthiest way possible! These bars can be the perfect comfort breakfast or good-for-you dessert at night!

Whether you’re having breakfast at home or work, they are just as delicious. The carrot cake adds such a delicious flavor to the oats, especially when paired with a creamy nut butter.

I share some other toppings / mix-in suggestions later on but one of my favorites to add is nut butter. I used sunflower butter in the picture above.

In addition, I love to add fresh fruit, hemps seeds and chia seeds. These ingredients add some healthy fats, protein and texture variety.

With just a few ingredients, you’ll be enjoying these bars in no time!

Ingredient Notes

Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars Ingredients measured out.

How to Make the Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars

  1. The first thing we want to do is make the flax egg. You may be wondering, how do I make a flax egg?
  2. A flax egg is made by combining 1 tbsp of ground flax seed with 2 tbsp water. Let it sit for 5-8 minutes before adding it to the food processor.
  3. Next, you are going to prep the loaf pan! Line the loaf pan with a piece of parchment paper. It should be just wide enough to cover the bottom. This is essential for easy removal!
  4. In a food processor, add all of the ingredients and pulse until you get a cohesive, smooth batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the pan and spread into an even layer.
  6. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees F for 18-20 minutes.
  7. You will know that the bars are done once the outer edges are golden. Another test to see if it’s done is by sticking a toothpick in the center. The tooth pick should come out clean when done!
  8. Lastly, let the bars cool for a minimum of 30 minutes to an hour before slicing.
  9. Add toppings and enjoy!
Making Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars in a food processor.
Add rolled oats in a food processor
Add all the ingredients to make Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars to a food processor.
Add all the remaining ingredients to the food processor
Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars batter in a loaf pan.
Batter in a loaf pan lined with parchment paper
Sliced Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars
Slice the Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars
Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars in a bowl with yogurt, raisins and chocolate chips.
Enjoy the bars on their own or in a yogurt bowl!

Mix-In and Topping Suggestions

Holding Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars in my hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the pre-shaved carrots from the grocery store?

No, those will have a thicker and different texture than grating the carrots yourself.

Can I use oat flour instead of rolled oats?

Yes! The ratio between the two is 3/4 cups of oat flour = 1 cup of rolled oats.

What other sweetener can I use instead of maple syrup?

I recommend using honey or date syrup if you’re not going to use maple syrup. This will ensure a similar texture and final result.

How many bars is 1 serving?

I usually eat 2-3 bars per sitting but you could also just eat 1! Being made with such healthy ingredients, I recommend eating until satisfied. If you’d like to make more servings, double or even triple the batch and bake in a bigger pan.

How should I store these bars?

Store in airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. For longer storage, keep in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Holding a slice of Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars
Holding a slice of carrot cake baked oatmeal bars in my hand.
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Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 6 bars
Healthy Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Bars are the perfect breakfast. They are easy to make and filled with nutritious ingredients making it a great way to start the day.
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats
  • flax egg, see instructions above
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup almond milk, unsweetened
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

Equipment

  • food processor or blender
  • loaf pan

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F
  • Make the flax egg and prep all of the ingredients
  • Add all of the ingredients into a food processor and pulse until combined. The texture should be relatively smooth without large clumps.
  • Pour into a loaf pan that is lined with parchment paper and covered with nonstick spray of choice (I prefer coconut oil spray).
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes. The edges should be golden and a toothpick will come out clean when it's done baking!
  • Let cool for a minimum of 30 minutes to 1 hour
  • Slice the Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcal
Author: Jessica Selensky
Course: Breakfast, brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keywords: baked oatmeal, breakfast bars, carrot cake, carrot cake oatmeal bars, oatmeal recipes

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