Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats Recipe
Delightfully creamy and flavorful, this Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats recipe combines wholesome rolled oats, chia seeds, and warming cinnamon with the richness of Greek yogurt and almond milk. Perfect for a quick, nutritious breakfast, it offers the comforting taste of a cinnamon roll without the fuss, ready to enjoy cold or warmed up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (includes refrigeration time)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Additional plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon icing sugar (powdered sugar)
- Splash of milk
- Extra ground cinnamon for sprinkling
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir these ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the flavors.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated, creating a thick, homogenous mixture.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the oat mixture into individual jars or containers with lids. Seal them and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight. This resting time allows the oats and chia seeds to soak up the liquid, softening and melding the flavors together.
- Prepare Topping (Optional): In a small bowl, whisk together additional plain Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon icing sugar, and a splash of milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk as needed to achieve a creamy topping.
- Serve: Before serving, stir the oats to mix any settled ingredients. Top with the prepared yogurt mixture and sprinkle extra ground cinnamon for added flavor. Enjoy your cinnamon roll overnight oats cold directly from the refrigerator or warm them gently if preferred.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut or almond yogurt.
- You can sweeten to taste by adding more brown sugar or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts or raisins to increase texture and flavor.
- Overnight oats can be made in larger batches and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Warming the oats gently in the microwave or on the stove before serving can enhance comfort on cooler mornings.
Keywords: overnight oats, cinnamon roll flavor, healthy breakfast, no cook oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, almond milk
