Best 3 Carrot Cake Granola Recipes

Indulge in the delightful flavors of carrot cake transformed into a wholesome and crunchy granola. This unique recipe combines the classic carrot cake spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, with the goodness of oats, nuts, and seeds. Enjoy the burst of sweetness from raisins and the satisfying crunch of walnuts and pecans. Our collection also includes a vegan and gluten-free version of this delectable treat, catering to diverse dietary preferences. Experience the perfect balance of taste and texture with our carrot cake granola, a delightful addition to your breakfast bowl or as a guilt-free snack.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CARROT CAKE GRANOLA

Carrot Cake Granola image

Our favorite part of this veggie-studded dessert granola is the yogurt-covered raisins - a nod to the cream cheese frosting on the classic cake.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
2 large carrots, shredded and squeezed dry
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup yogurt-covered raisins
1/3 cup chopped dried pineapple

Steps:

Position an oven rack in the center of the oven, and preheat to 325 degrees F. Whisk together the butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl. Add the oats, carrots and walnuts, and toss until evenly coated. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet.
Bake the oat mixture until golden and toasted, 30 to 35 minutes, stirring about halfway through. Let cool completely on the baking sheet. Stir in the raisins and dried pineapple. (The granola can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.)

CARROT CAKE GRANOLA BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY

Carrot Cake Granola Balls Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: oats, walnuts, almond, peanut butter, honey, cinnamon, carrot, raisin

Provided by Tasty

Categories Snacks

Yield 12 balls

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 ¼ cups oats
⅖ cup walnuts
1 teaspoon almond
¾ cup peanut butter
3 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon cinnamon
⅗ cup carrot, grated
⅓ cup raisin

Steps:

Add oats, walnuts and ground almonds to a large bowl and mix together.
Add peanut butter, honey and cinnamon and mix.
Add carrot and raisins to the mixture and mix until a everything has stuck together.
Form into 12 balls and place on baking paper.
Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CARROT CAKE GRANOLA

Carrot cake granola image

Combine mixed spice, grated carrot, sultanas, walnuts and oats for a granola that's reminiscent of our favourite bake - use it to top yogurt or a real carrot cake!

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories Dessert

Time 50m

Yield Serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

350g jumbo oats
2 tsp mixed spice
125g walnuts , roughly chopped
1 large carrot , peeled and grated
75g unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted
60g runny honey
100g sultanas

Steps:

Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Toss together the oats with the mixed spice, roughly chopped walnuts and carrot (after squeezing out excess liquid) in an oven tray. Stir through the melted unsalted butter or coconut oil and the runny honey, then bake for 35-40 mins until golden brown, stirring halfway. Leave to cool completely, stir through the sultanas and store (see below). Serve with thick Greek yogurt and fruit, such as berries and sliced apple, or sprinkle on a carrot cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.04 milligram of sodium

Tips:

Use fresh, grated carrots for the best flavor and texture. Grating the carrots also helps them to release their natural sweetness.

Don't overmix the granola. Overmixing can make the granola tough and chewy. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.

Bake the granola at a low temperature for a longer period of time. This will help to ensure that the granola is evenly browned and crispy.

Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze the granola for up to 3 months.

Serve the granola with milk, yogurt, or fruit for a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack.

Conclusion:

Carrot cake granola is a delicious and healthy way to start your day or enjoy as a snack. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a new granola recipe, give this one a try!