Carrot & Fruit Crumble Breakfast (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

Looking for a warm, nourishing, and all-natural breakfast? This recipe, a cross between baked oatmeal and a crumble, combines rolled oats, grated carrots, fresh fruit, sweet spices, and a crunchy nut topping.

A vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar-free recipe that’s perfect to start your day with a boost of energy, fiber, and comfort.

The Benefits of This Complete and Comforting Carrot Breakfast - vegan gluten-free

• Oats

Rolled oats are an excellent source of soluble fiber (especially beta-glucan), which helps with satiety, blood sugar regulation, and digestive health. They also provide complex carbohydrates for sustained energy throughout the morning.

• Carrots

Finely grated carrots add a naturally sweet flavor without needing any added sugar. They are rich in beta-carotene (a precursor to vitamin A), antioxidants, and soft fibers that support digestive health.

• Raisins

Naturally sweet and nutrient-dense, raisins provide minerals like iron, potassium, and magnesium. Their moderate glycemic index helps limit blood sugar spikes when consumed alongside fiber and healthy fats.

• Nuts and Seeds

The crunchy topping made with nuts, almonds, and seeds (like sunflower or pumpkin seeds) is a nutritional powerhouse: it’s packed with unsaturated fatty acids, plant-based proteins, minerals (zinc, magnesium, selenium), and fiber. This mix helps prolong satiety and adds texture to the dish.

• Spices

Cinnamon, ginger, vanilla, or mixed spice: these warm flavors are not only delicious but also beneficial. Cinnamon helps balance blood sugar, while ginger supports digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Healthy ingredients for a vegan breakfast: rolled oats, grated carrots, nuts, seeds, spices, and pla

Healthy ingredients for a vegan breakfast: rolled oats, grated carrots, nuts, seeds, spices, and pla

Preparing a carrot and fruit breakfast crumble with oats, fresh fruit, and spices

Preparing a carrot and fruit breakfast crumble with oats, fresh fruit, and spices

Carrot & Fruit Crumble Breakfast (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

INGReDIENTS for a large dish

Moist Base

• 160 g rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)

• 200 g grated carrots

• 20 to 30 g raisins

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

• 1/2 vanilla pod or 1 tablespoon mixed spice

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1 pinch of unrefined salt

• 2 eggs or 2 tablespoons chia seeds + 90 ml water (let sit for 10 minutes)

• 500 ml plant-based milk (almond, oat, soy...)

Fruit (optional but recommended)

• 200 to 300 g fresh fruit of your choice: apples, pears, berries, bananas...

Crunchy Topping

• 200 g mixed nuts and seeds (pecans, almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, walnuts, sunflower seeds...)

• 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil

• 2 tablespoons maple syrup, rice syrup, or honey

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. In a large bowl, mix the oats, grated carrots, raisins, spices, baking powder, salt, and eggs (or chia seed mixture).

3. Add the plant-based milk and mix until well combined.

4. Place the fresh fruit at the bottom of a baking dish.

5. Pour the oat mixture over the fruit and smooth the top.

6. Prepare the crunchy topping by mixing the nuts, coconut oil, and syrup in a small bowl.

7. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the mixture.

8. Bake for 30 minutes.

9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips & Storage

This breakfast can be enjoyed warm or cold, paired with plant-based yogurt or homemade compote. It keeps in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. It’s perfect for batch cooking and meal prep.