Carrot Cake Oatmeal

If you are like me and need food before functioning in the morning, but also don't feel like cooking yourself a full on meal...boy do I have a recipe for you! This is the perfect healthier version of carrot cake...for BREAKFAST! A truly beautiful thought right? I'm going to need you to run....not walk... RUN to the kitchen and lets make this delicious and filling oatmeal!

Ingredients:

• 1 c. oats
• 1.5 c. water
• 1/4 c. vanilla almond milk
• 1 c. carrot - shredded
• 1 Tbs. cinnamon
• 3 Tbs. sugar ( I've used brown and cane, both work well)
• a pinch of nutmeg
• 1 banana - sliced

Optional toppings:

• chopped walnuts
• coconut milk cool whip (So delicious brand is DELICIOUS and what is pictured on my oats)
• shredded coconut
• agave

Instructions:

1.  In a pot, add the oats, water and milk. Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring frequently to avoid any oats burning to the bottom. 
2. Simmer roughly 3-4 minutes
3. Stir in your shredded carrots , cinnamon, sugar, and nutmeg
4. Cook an additional 5 minutes
5. Serve and top with sliced banana and any other desired toppings
6. ENJOY!