Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats (Print)

Protein-packed overnight oats with cinnamon roll flavors and creamy drizzle.

# Components:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (approximately 1 ounce)
05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
06 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt

→ Cream Cheese-Style Drizzle

10 - 2 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
11 - 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
12 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
13 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 1 to 2 teaspoons milk, as needed for consistency

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated and no dry oat particles remain.
02 - Divide the mixture evenly between two jars or airtight containers, distributing approximately 1 cup per serving.
03 - Cover containers and refrigerate overnight or for a minimum of 4 hours until the mixture thickens and oats absorb the liquid.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the drizzle achieves a pourable consistency.
05 - Stir the chilled oats to recombine any separated liquid. Transfer to serving bowls and drizzle generously with the cream cheese mixture. Top with additional ground cinnamon if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like you're eating a cinnamon roll but your muscles are actually getting thanked with 27 grams of protein per bowl.
  • There's zero cooking involved, which means you can make this while your coffee brews and your brain is still half-asleep.
  • The cream cheese drizzle is the plot twist that makes people ask for the recipe before they even finish the first spoonful.
02 -
  • If your cream cheese drizzle breaks or looks grainy, you've either used cream cheese that was too cold or whisked too aggressively—start over with softened cream cheese and gentle, patient folding.
  • The texture of overnight oats depends on your fridge temperature and the ratio of liquid to oats, so if yours turns out too thick, just stir in a splash more milk before serving.
03 -
  • Soften your cream cheese on the counter for 10 minutes before making the drizzle—cold cream cheese won't whisk smoothly and you'll get frustration instead of frosting.
  • This recipe builds better flavor if you let it sit overnight rather than rushing it into a 4-hour chill, because the cinnamon and vanilla have time to actually infuse the oats rather than just coat them.
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