Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats recipe that combines oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, and a touch of cinnamon and vanilla glaze for a creamy, sweet, and nutritious breakfast solution. Prepared the night before, it offers a convenient, flavorful start to your day that tastes like your favorite cinnamon roll without the baking.
Ingredients
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Oats Mixture
- ⅔ cup large flake oats
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup dairy milk (or 1⅓ cup plant-based alternative)
Flavorings
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Vanilla Glaze
- 1 tbsp icing sugar
- Splash of milk
- Small splash of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a sealable jar or container, mix the oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, and milk together thoroughly to ensure all the dry ingredients absorb moisture evenly.
- Refrigerate: Place the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight, to allow the oats and chia seeds to soften and thicken into a creamy texture.
- Add Flavorings: Once set, stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon evenly throughout the oats to infuse that classic cinnamon roll flavor.
- Prepare Vanilla Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the icing sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust by adding more milk if you prefer a thinner glaze.
- Serve and Enjoy: When ready to eat, drizzle the vanilla glaze over the set oats, sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar if desired, and enjoy your cinnamon roll-inspired breakfast.
Notes
- Use large flake oats for a creamier texture that mimics the softness of cinnamon rolls.
- Chia seeds add fiber and help thicken the oats while providing a slight crunch.
- You can customize the milk used, substituting plant-based alternatives such as almond or oat milk.
- The vanilla glaze can be adjusted for sweetness and thickness based on preference.
- Leaving the oats overnight enhances the flavors and texture, but refrigerating for at least 1 hour also works.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: overnight oats, cinnamon roll oats, healthy breakfast, no cook oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, vanilla glaze
