Description
This Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oatmeal recipe offers a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy the flavors of a classic cinnamon roll in a healthy, easy-to-make breakfast. Combining oats, warming cinnamon, brown sugar, and plant-based ingredients, it is perfect for a quick morning meal that requires no cooking and can be prepared the night before.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup non-dairy milk of choice (soy milk recommended for extra protein)
- 2 tbsp coconut yogurt (or another plant-based yogurt such as almond)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Icing
- 1 tbsp coconut yogurt (or another plant-based yogurt such as almond)
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp oat milk (or another plant-based milk such as soy or almond)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir them together to evenly distribute all the dry components.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the plant-based milk, coconut yogurt, and vanilla extract into the bowl. Mix thoroughly with a spoon until all ingredients are well combined and the oats are fully moistened.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Divide the mixture evenly into two small mason jars or containers. Cover them tightly and place in the refrigerator to set for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and soften.
- Adjust Consistency and Prepare Icing: After soaking, stir the oats well. Add a splash more milk if you prefer a thinner consistency. To make the optional healthy icing, mix together the coconut yogurt, maple syrup, lemon juice, and oat milk in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve: Drizzle the icing over the overnight oats to mimic the flavor of a cinnamon roll glaze. Enjoy this creamy, wholesome breakfast chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use soy milk for an extra protein boost, but any plant-based milk like almond or oat will work well.
- The healthy icing is optional but adds a delicious cinnamon roll flavor. You can skip it or adjust sweetness to taste.
- Chia seeds and flaxseed add fiber and omega-3s, enhancing the nutritional value.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
