Do you want a fast, easy, healthy breakfast that serves as a rich dessert? Look no further than these incredible cinnamon roll overnight oats. The flavors are all the comfort of a traditional cinnamon roll but in a time-saving breakfast recipe that requires no last minute prep.
This simple to make meal will transform your breakfast time. All it takes is a little bit of healthy ingredients combining together and sitting in the fridge overnight and you find yourself a creamy, flavorful and filling product in the morning. These cinnamon roll overnight oats are not only a time-saver but also packed with fiber to keep you full and energized throughout your day.
Recipe Overview
This recipe is designed for ultimate convenience and flavor. The approximate time it should take and the quantity of servings that this recipe would produce can be found below.
| Type | Time |
|---|---|
| Preparation Time | 5 minutes |
| Chilling Time | 4-8 hours (overnight) |
| Total Time | 4-8 hours 5 minutes |
Serving Size: Serves 1-2
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make these delicious overnight oats. This recipe is easily customizable to your preferences.
- Rolled Oats: ½ cup (old-fashioned rolled oats are recommended for the best texture)
- Milk: ½ cup of your choice (dairy or non-dairy like almond, soy, or oat milk work well)
- Greek Yogurt: 3 tbsp vanilla or plain (adds creaminess and protein)
- Chia Seeds: 1 tsp (helps to thicken the oats)
- Brown Sugar: 2-3 tsp (or maple syrup)
- Ground Cinnamon: ½-1 tsp
- Vanilla Extract: ½ tsp
- Salt: A small pinch
Optional Icing Drizzle
- Powdered Sugar: 3 tbsp
- Melted Butter: 1 tsp
- Milk: 1 tsp (or more, to reach desired consistency)
- Vanilla Extract: A drop
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your perfect jar of cinnamon roll overnight oats.
- Ingredients, Combine: In a jar or a container with a sealable lid add the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir Well: You have to make sure all the ingredients are thoroughly stirred together. Add enough water to cover oats.
- Refrigerator at least 4 hours or, better, overnight: Cover the jar or dish snugly and refrigerate, at least 4 hours, or ideally, overnight. This will enable the oats to become softer and to imbibe the tastes.
- Mix the Icing: Add powdered sugar, melted butter, drop of vanilla and milk to a small bowl mixing with a fork. Put in the milk a teaspoonful at a time, until you have the consistency of icing to which you desire it to be.
- Serve and enjoy: The following morning give the oatmeal a vigorous stir. You may take them cold, out of the fridge or heat them up in the microwave. To complete that delicious cinnamon roll, drizzle the icing on it and serve the portion.
Tips and Tricks
Here are a few tips to help you make the best cinnamon roll overnight oats every time.
- Use Rolled Oats: For the best texture, it’s highly recommended to use old-fashioned rolled oats. Quick or instant oats might result too soft and mushy and steel-cut oats too chewy.
- Adjust Consistency: In case the consistency of your oats is too thick in the morning, just add a little bit more milk and start stirring till you get your preferred consistency. In case they are too thin, you may combine some more oats or chia seeds.
- Week of Meal Prep: This recipe would work well in meal prepping. It is possible to make 3-4 jars at the same time and leave them in the refrigerator during 5 days. It’s an easy way to have a healthy breakfast ready for the entire week.
- Add Some Flavour: There are options to flavour your oats however you like. A scoop of protein powder, raisins or chopped pecans or walnuts can also be very helpful to add flavor and nutrients.
Conclusion
Making these cinnamon roll overnight oats is a fantastic way to enjoy a healthy and delicious breakfast with minimal effort. Warm cinnamon, sweet brown sugar and creamy oats are sure to be a new favorite.
We want you to be convinced of how tasteful and simple preparing this one-recipe is; you can test it yourself! Let us know how it turns out by leaving a comment below, and don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends and family!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are overnight oats?
Overnight oats are prepared by immersing old-fashioned rolled oats in liquid such as milk or yogurt. The combination is left to refreigerate overnight so the oats can soak up the liquid and turn into a no-cook breakfast.
Can I use quick-cooking oats for this recipe?
The quick-cooking or instant oats are not the most recommended one to be used. These oats are also slimmer and will absorb the liquid too fast which leads to mushy texture. Old-fashioned rolled oats will give you the most perfect creamy but toothsome texture.
How long do overnight oats last in the fridge?
When stored in an airtight container, these cinnamon roll overnight oats will last for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. The consistency can get a bit thicker with every day that you make it because the oats will be soaking up more liquid.
Ingredients
- Rolled Oats: ½ cup
- Milk: ½ cup of your choice
- Greek Yogurt: 3 tbsp vanilla or plain
- Chia Seeds: 1 tsp
- Brown Sugar: 2-3 tsp
- Ground Cinnamon: ½-1 tsp
- Vanilla Extract: ½ tsp
- Salt: A small pinch
- Powdered Sugar: 3 tbsp
- Melted Butter: 1 tsp
- Milk: 1 tsp
- Vanilla Extract: A drop
Instructions
- In a jar or a container with a sealable lid add the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Add enough water to cover the oats.
- Cover the jar or dish snugly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally, overnight.
- To make the icing, add powdered sugar, melted butter, a drop of vanilla, and milk to a small bowl, mixing with a fork. Add milk one teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired icing consistency.
- The next morning, give the oatmeal a vigorous stir. You can eat them cold from the fridge or heat them in the microwave. Drizzle the icing on top and serve.
Notes
- For the best texture, it's highly recommended to use old-fashioned rolled oats. Quick or instant oats might result in a soft and mushy texture, and steel-cut oats may be too chewy.
- If the consistency of your oats is too thick in the morning, add a little more milk and stir until you get your preferred consistency. If they are too thin, you can mix in more oats or chia seeds.
- This recipe is suitable for meal prepping. You can make 3-4 jars at once and store them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- You can customize the flavor by adding a scoop of protein powder, raisins, or chopped pecans or walnuts for extra flavor and nutrients.