Description
Indulgent cinnamon roll overnight oats deliver morning comfort with classic bakery-inspired flavors. Creamy oats layered with warm spices and sweet glaze promise a delightful breakfast you’ll savor to the last delicious spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Greek yogurt
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Nutritional Boosters:
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 pinch salt
Optional Toppings:
- Chopped nuts
- Granola
- Maple syrup drizzle
Instructions
- Gather a clean glass jar or sealed container and pour in the rolled oats, creating a foundational layer for your morning meal preparation.
- Carefully add milk and Greek yogurt to the oats, whisking them together to create a smooth, creamy base that will develop richness overnight.
- Sprinkle chia seeds across the mixture, which will help thicken the texture and provide additional nutritional density.
- Drizzle maple syrup into the container, allowing the sweet liquid to cascade through the oat mixture for balanced flavor distribution.
- Generously dust ground cinnamon over the surface, ensuring an even coating that will infuse the entire dish with warm, aromatic notes.
- Add vanilla extract and a tiny pinch of salt to enhance the overall flavor profile and balance the sweetness.
- Use a long spoon or whisk to thoroughly integrate all ingredients, making sure no dry pockets remain unincorporated.
- Securely seal the container and place in the refrigerator, allowing the mixture to rest and develop complex flavors throughout the night.
- When morning arrives, gently stir the oats to redistribute any settled ingredients and restore a consistent texture.
- Customize your breakfast by topping with chopped nuts, sprinkle of granola, or an additional maple syrup drizzle.
- Enjoy chilled directly from the refrigerator or warm briefly in the microwave for a comforting morning meal.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting maple syrup for personal taste preferences.
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk to create a vegan-friendly version.
- Use Greek yogurt alternatives like coconut yogurt for dairy-free dietary needs.
- Prepare multiple jars in advance for a week’s worth of quick, nutritious breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg