I love making easy, healthy recipes with Weetbix and turn this classic New Zealand breakfast into a range of delicious recipes, like my No-Bake Weetbix Slice, WeetBix Bliss Balls, or WeetBix Smoothie. I have already made an Overnight Weetbix, but since I had plenty of carrots, I decided to make a winter-friendly Carrot Cake version of that recipe! It’s an easy twist on the traditional overnight oats. It’s still full of wholesome, simple ingredients, but it brings the same flavors as my Carrot Cake Overnight Oats, but in a typical kiwi breakfast that you can meal prep for a whole week!
Ingredients and Substitutions
Weetabix – Choose whole grain Weetabix for maximum nutritional benefits. Alternatives include other wheat biscuit cereals or rolled oats. Chia Seeds – Use organic chia seeds. Flaxseeds can be used as an alternative. Almond Milk – Use unsweetened almond milk. Other plant-based milks like oat, soy, or coconut milk can be substituted. Maple Syrup – Choose pure maple syrup. Alternatives include agave nectar or date syrup. Grated Carrots – Select fresh, firm carrots. Grated zucchini or apple can be used for variation. Cinnamon – Use Ceylon cinnamon for a more delicate flavor. Pumpkin pie spice or nutmeg can be used as alternatives. Shredded Coconut – I prefer for unsweetened shredded coconut to make it easier to balance the sweetness. Chopped nuts or seeds can be used instead. Walnuts – Choose raw, unsalted walnuts. Pecans or almonds make good alternatives. Vegan Yogurt – Select a thick, unsweetened plant-based yogurt. Coconut cream can be used as an alternative. Vanilla Protein Powder – Choose a high-quality vegan protein powder. It can be omitted or replaced with vanilla extract and a sweetener.
How to Make Carrot Cake Overnight Weetbix
This recipe is as easy to make as other overnight Weetbix recipes!
Expert Tips
Finely grate the carrots to ensure they soften overnight and distribute evenly throughout the mixture. For a smoother texture, pulse the Weetabix in a food processor instead of crushing by hand. Toast the walnuts and coconut before adding them to enhance their flavor. Strain your vegan yogurt through a cheesecloth for a few hours before using to prevent the yogurt layer from becoming watery. Prepare the dish in individual serving jars for easy grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week. Adjust the amount of liquid based on your preferred consistency – add more for a softer texture, less for a firmer result. Experiment with different spice combinations like adding a pinch of ginger or nutmeg for varied flavor profiles.
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