These Cinnamon Bun Overnight Oats are perfect you if you like warm, gooey cinnamon buns but want something quick and healthful.
They taste like cinnamon rolls and are full of cinnamon-spiced sweetness. They’re also creamy and warm, making them a healthy breakfast you can cook ahead of time. Just mix, chill, and wake up to a tasty snack.
Let’s get it done!
Things You’ll Need
- A container that is airtight or a mason jar
- Small bowl for the cinnamon swirl
- Spoon for mixing
What You Will Need
For the Oats:
- ½ cup of rolled oats
- ½ cup of milk (dairy or not)
- ¼ cup of Greek yogurt (to make it creamy)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds to make it thicker
- ½ teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1 tablespoon of almond butter (or cashew butter for a buttery flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
- ½ tbsp of maple syrup
For the topping (optional but tasty!):
- Drizzle of vanilla icing (vanilla essence, powdered sugar, and milk)
- More cinnamon
Directions
Step 1: Combine the Oats Base
Mix rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and maple syrup in a mason jar. Mix it up well.
Step 2: Make the Swirl of Cinnamon
Mix almond butter, cinnamon, and maple syrup together in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 3: Put the Oats and Cinnamon Swirl on top of each other.
Put half of the oat mixture in the jar, then add a layer of the cinnamon swirl, and last, the rest of the oats.
Step 4: Put a lid on it and let it cool overnight.
Put the lid on the jar and put it in the fridge overnight (or at least four hours) so the oats can soak up the flavors.
Step 5: Put on the toppings and serve.
In the morning, drizzle with vanilla icing and add more cinnamon. Enjoy!
Helpful Tips
- Want it to be even thicker? Put in more Greek yogurt or chia seeds.
- Use cashew butter in the swirl to make the cinnamon rolls taste better.
- Get rid of the dairy! Use almond milk and coconut yogurt.
- Add 1/2 scoop of vanilla protein powder for more protein.
- Do you like crunch? Add chopped nuts or granola on top.
Changes and substitutions
- No chia seeds? Instead, use ground flaxseeds.
- Want it to taste better? Add extra maple syrup or a mashed banana.
- No almond butter? Use either cashew butter or peanut butter.
Storing and using leftovers
- You can keep it in the fridge for up to three days.
- Make several jars at once for meal prep!
Finish Up
That’s all there is to it—your Cinnamon Bun Overnight Oats are ready! These sweet, creamy breakfast rolls taste much like gooey cinnamon rolls, but they’re healthful and can be made ahead of time. Try them out, snap a picture, and tell me how they worked out. Have fun! 🍂🥣✨