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Delicious Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats for Busy Mornings

Enjoy the nostalgic flavor of cinnamon rolls in a quick and healthy overnight oats recipe, perfect for busy mornings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Oats
  • 1 cup quick oats can use gluten-free oats
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder opt for plant-based for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds can substitute with flax seeds
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey/maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1 cup milk of choice dairy, almond, oat, or soy
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
For the Topping
  • ½ cup low fat cream cheese or vegan cream cheese
  • ½ cup non-fat Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste substitutable with vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar additional for topping
  • 1 pinch cinnamon for topping

Equipment

  • medium container
  • bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium container, combine quick oats, protein powder, chia seeds, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Whisk together until combined.
  2. Gradually pour in the milk and add vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is slightly creamy.
  3. Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cream cheese, vanilla bean paste, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Blend until smooth.
  5. When ready to serve, stir the oats and top with the creamy mixture. Sprinkle more cinnamon and brown sugar before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; can freeze for up to 3 months.

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