Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats – Cozy, Creamy & Naturally Sweet

🎉 Introduction
If you love the warm, comforting flavor of a cinnamon roll but want a nourishing breakfast you can prep ahead, these Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats are the perfect solution. They capture that classic cinnamon-sugar swirl vibe in a creamy, chilled oat jar that’s satisfying, balanced, and easy to make.

With gentle sweetness, cozy spice, and a soft, pudding-like texture, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings, meal prep, or a wholesome breakfast that still feels like a treat. If you’re into overnight oats recipes that taste indulgent without being heavy, this one’s a winner.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Small mixing bowl
• Spoon or whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Jar or airtight container with lid

🛒 Ingredients

Overnight Oats Base

• ½ cup rolled oats (regular or gluten-free)
• ½ cup milk
• 3 tablespoons vanilla Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds

Cinnamon Roll Flavor

• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of sea salt

These simple ingredients come together to create creamy cinnamon roll overnight oats with comforting flavor and great texture.

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Mix the Base

• In a bowl or jar, add rolled oats, milk, vanilla Greek yogurt, and chia seeds.
• Stir well until everything is evenly combined.

Step 2: Add Cinnamon Flavor

• Sprinkle in brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt.
• Mix thoroughly to distribute the cinnamon evenly through the oats.

Step 3: Chill Overnight

• Cover the jar or container with a lid.
• Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats to soften and thicken.

Step 4: Stir and Serve

• In the morning, give the oats a good stir.
• If the texture is too thick, add a splash of milk and mix again.
• Enjoy cold, or let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 1
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Chill Time: 4–8 hours
• Total Time: About 5 minutes active time

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Best enjoyed chilled.
• If you prefer warm oats, gently warm before serving (optional).

🥄 Variations

• Cream Cheese Style: Add an extra spoon of Greek yogurt for a richer texture.
• Extra Cinnamon: Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top before serving.
• Sweeter: Add an extra teaspoon of brown sugar if desired.
• Dairy-Free: Use plant-based milk and yogurt alternatives.
• Meal Prep: Double or triple the recipe for multiple days.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Do these really taste like cinnamon rolls?
   Yes—warm cinnamon and brown sugar give that classic flavor.
2. Can I use quick oats?
   Yes, but the texture will be softer.
3. Are these filling?
   Yes, oats and chia seeds keep you full.
4. Can I make them ahead?
   Absolutely—perfect for meal prep.
5. Are they kid-friendly?
   Yes, mild and naturally sweet.
6. Do I need chia seeds?
   They help thicken but can be skipped.
7. Can I add protein?
   Yes, add extra Greek yogurt.
8. Are these gluten-free?
   Use certified gluten-free oats.
9. Can I eat them warm?
   Yes, gently warm if preferred.
10. Will they thicken overnight?
    Yes, the texture becomes creamy and spoonable.

🏁 Conclusion
These Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats are a cozy, creamy breakfast that brings all the comfort of a cinnamon roll into a simple, make-ahead meal—perfect for busy mornings and sweet cravings alike.

Adam

Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats – Cozy, Creamy & Naturally Sweet

If you love the warm, comforting flavor of a cinnamon roll but want a nourishing breakfast you can prep ahead, these Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats are the perfect solution. They capture that classic cinnamon-sugar swirl vibe in a creamy, chilled oat jar that’s satisfying, balanced, and easy to make. With gentle sweetness, cozy spice, and a soft, pudding-like texture, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings, meal prep, or a wholesome breakfast that still feels like a treat. If you’re into overnight oats recipes that taste indulgent without being heavy, this one’s a winner.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

chill time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 5 minutes mins

Servings: 1 servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Overnight Oats Base

• ½ cup rolled oats regular or gluten-free
• ½ cup milk
• 3 tablespoons vanilla Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds

Cinnamon Roll Flavor

• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of sea salt
• These simple ingredients come together to create creamy cinnamon roll overnight oats with comforting flavor and great texture.

Equipment

• Small mixing bowl
• Spoon or whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Jar or airtight container with lid

Method

 

Step 1: Mix the Base

1. In a bowl or jar, add rolled oats, milk, vanilla Greek yogurt, and chia seeds.
2. Stir well until everything is evenly combined.

Step 2: Add Cinnamon Flavor

1. Sprinkle in brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt.
2. Mix thoroughly to distribute the cinnamon evenly through the oats.

Step 3: Chill Overnight

1. Cover the jar or container with a lid.
2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats to soften and thicken.

Step 4: Stir and Serve

1. In the morning, give the oats a good stir.
2. If the texture is too thick, add a splash of milk and mix again.
3. Enjoy cold, or let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Best enjoyed chilled.

If you prefer warm oats, gently warm before serving (optional).

🥄 Variations

Cream Cheese Style: Add an extra spoon of Greek yogurt for a richer texture.

Extra Cinnamon: Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top before serving.

Sweeter: Add an extra teaspoon of brown sugar if desired.

Dairy-Free: Use plant-based milk and yogurt alternatives.

Meal Prep: Double or triple the recipe for multiple days.

❓ 10 FAQs

Do these really taste like cinnamon rolls?
Yes—warm cinnamon and brown sugar give that classic flavor.

Can I use quick oats?
Yes, but the texture will be softer.

Are these filling?
Yes, oats and chia seeds keep you full.

Can I make them ahead?
Absolutely—perfect for meal prep.

Are they kid-friendly?
Yes, mild and naturally sweet.

Do I need chia seeds?
They help thicken but can be skipped.

Can I add protein?
Yes, add extra Greek yogurt.

Are these gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free oats.

Can I eat them warm?
Yes, gently warm if preferred.

Will they thicken overnight?
Yes, the texture becomes creamy and spoonable.

🏁 Conclusion
These Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats are a cozy, creamy breakfast that brings all the comfort of a cinnamon roll into a simple, make-ahead meal—perfect for busy mornings and sweet cravings alike.