Cinnamon Rolls Overnight Oats
These cinnamon rolls overnight oats combine the cozy, warm, cinnamon-spiced flavors of a cinnamon bun with a protein and fiber-rich breakfast. (They’re fantastic to meal prep, too!)
Overnight oats are one of my absolute favorite breakfasts. They’re so simple and easy to prep, they can be an incredibly nutritionally balanced breakfast, and there are so many delicious and satisfying ways you can make them! And these cinnamon rolls overnight oats are no exception.
All those flavor that you love in cinnamon buns are present here – warm cinnamon, cozy vanilla, and sweet brown sugar.
They’re nutritionally balanced, with healthy fats, high fiber, and protein from Greek yogurt — although you can totally add a scoop of protein powder, too, like I usually do.
So enough chit chat, let’s make these cinnamon roll overnight oats!
Ingredients
For a full ingredient list with quantities, please check out the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Oats: This high-fiber whole grain is the obvious base for overnight oats. Be sure to use certified gluten-free if you need to.
- Greek Yogurt: Adds creaminess and protein. I typically use a zero added sugar vanilla Greek yogurt here, but you can use whatever you prefer. Note that you may need to adjust sweetness if using an unsweetened yogurt.
- Milk: Use whatever milk you prefer to drink!
- Chia Seeds: Chia seeds help thicken overnight oats to create a delicious texture. Plus they add healthy fats and fiber.
- Brown Sugar: Adds a little sweetness – you can use regular brown sugar, a brown sugar substitute, or another sweetener like maple syrup, honey, allulose, or monk fruit.
- Cinnamon: Of course you need cinnamon in cinnamon roll overnight oats!
- Vanilla: Vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste adds a cozy, baked good flavor.
- Protein Powder: This is an optional ingredient, but if you’re looking for a little more staying power in your oats, or are just trying to eat a high protein diet, 10/10 recommend adding protein powder. I prefer unflavored or vanilla protein powder, or even unflavored collagen peptides!
How to Make Cinnamon Rolls Overnight Oats
For complete instructions, please check out the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Combine all the ingredients in a jar and stir thoroughly to combine.
- Refrigerate overnight, or at least 4 hours.
- In the morning, top with a sprinkle of cinnamon. If you’re feeling a little fun and extra, pipe a swirl of Greek yogurt on top.
Overnight Oats Tips
- Stir thoroughly! Make sure no ingredient are clumping up or stuck on the bottom. Not only does that make an unsatisfying mouthful, but it also affects the teture.
- Refrigerating 4 hours is fine if you don’t have all night!
- Add a little extra milk in the morning if you like thinner oats.
- Enjoy them warm or chilled!
Substitutions & Variations
- Gluten-Free: These cinnamon roll overnight oats are naturally gluten-free, so long as you use a certified gluten-free oat.
- Dairy-Free: Use your favorite dairy-free Greek-inspired yogurt alternative, as well as your preferred plant-based milk.
- Vegan: Follow the dairy-free recommendations above, and be sure to use a plant-based protein powder, too.
- Nut-Free: This recipe is nut-free as written, just be sure to use a non nut-based milk.
- Sugar-Free: Use a zero added sugar yogurt and sugar substitute. There are brown sugar substitutes (like Truvia’s), or you can use any stevia, monk fruit, or allulose sweetener.
- Higher Protein: Add protein powder or collagen peptides for extra protein besides what’s in the Greek yogurt.
Storage, Freezing, & Reheating
Overnight oats can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
You can freeze overnight oats, but be sure to stir well after thawing in the fridge overnight.
And if you’re someone who enjoys your overnight oats warm, reheat them in a microwave for 30-60 seconds.
Supplies You’ll Need
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Cinnamon Rolls Overnight Oats
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 scoop protein powder vanilla or unflavored, optional
- 2 tablespoons vanilla Greek yogurt (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl or mason jar, combine oats, Greek yogurt, milk, chia seeds, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and protein powder (if you're choosing to use it). Stir well.1/2 cup old-fashioned oats, 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup milk of choice, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 scoop protein powder
- Cover and place in the refrigerator to set overnight (or at least 4 hours).
- If desired, place the additional vanilla Greek yogurt in a small sandwich bag and cut off a corner. Garnish the oats with a sprinkle of cinnamon and pipe on a yogurt swirl.2 tablespoons vanilla Greek yogurt
