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Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats

This dish combines rolled oats with cinnamon, cream, vanilla, and a touch of maple to create a creamy, fragrant breakfast that mimics the flavors of a cinnamon roll. The mixture is assembled and refrigerated overnight, allowing the oats to soak up the flavors and develop a soft, luscious texture by morning, resembling a simple, sweet oatmeal in appearance.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Breakfast
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats quick or old-fashioned oats work
  • 1/2 cup cream heavy cream or whole milk for creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Jar or container with lid

Method
 

  1. Combine the oats, cream, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until everything is evenly coated and the mixture looks creamy and fragrant.
  2. Pour the mixture into a clean jar or container with a lid, spreading it out evenly.
  3. Seal the jar tightly and place it in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 6 hours. During this time, the oats will soak up the flavors and become tender.
  4. In the morning, open the jar and give the oats a gentle stir to loosen them up, revealing a creamy, speckled mixture with a cinnamon swirl.
  5. Serve the cinnamon roll overnight oats with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of syrup if desired. Enjoy the soft, thick, and fragrant breakfast directly from the jar.