Mediterranean Carrot and Raspberry Baked Oats
This dish combines the goodness of oats with naturally sweet carrots, tangy raspberries, and hints of honey, cinnamon, and olive oil – inspired by Mediterranean baking traditions. It’s like a cross between carrot cake and a fruit-studded oat bar, perfect for a nourishing breakfast or healthy dessert.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 35 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
Pinch of salt
1 ½ cups milk (dairy or almond)
1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (or melted butter)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup finely grated carrots
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pistachios (optional, for crunch)
2 tbsp shredded coconut (optional, for extra Mediterranean flavor)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease or line a medium baking dish.
2. Mix dry ingredients – In a bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Mix wet ingredients – In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, honey, olive oil, and vanilla.
4. Combine – Stir wet into dry, then fold in grated carrots, raspberries, and nuts/coconut if using.
5. Bake – Pour mixture into baking dish, spread evenly, and bake 35–40 minutes until golden and set.
6. Serve – Cool slightly, slice into squares, and enjoy warm or chilled.
Notes & Tips
For extra sweetness, drizzle with honey or a dollop of Greek yogurt when serving.
If using frozen raspberries, don’t thaw – mix directly into the batter to avoid excess liquid.
Can be stored in the fridge up to 4 days, or frozen up to 2 months.
❓ Frequently asked questions FAQ
Q: Can I make it vegan?
Yes – use flax egg and maple syrup, plus almond/oat milk.
Q: What can I replace raspberries with?
Blueberries, chopped strawberries, or dried figs also pair beautifully with carrots.
Q: Can I make it more “dessert-like”?
Add a handful of dark chocolate chips or a cream cheese drizzle on top.
Nutrition information
Calories: ~220
Protein: 6g
Carbs: 33g
Fat: 7g
Fiber: 5g