Mediterranean carrot and raspberry baked oats

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