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    Easy Cinnamon Overnight Oats Recipe

    Published: Feb 8, 2023 · Modified: Feb 27, 2023 by bobbieblue

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    Cinnamon overnight oats are a healthy breakfast recipe made with simple ingredients. Sweetened with pure maple syrup and a generous sprinkle of cinnamon these oats are loaded with flavor. With just a few minutes of prep time you can make a delicious breakfast the whole family will love!

    Cinnamon overnight oats in a jar.

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    Table of contents

    • Why These Cinnamon Overnight Oats Are The Best!
    • Equipment Needed
    • Key Ingredients
    • Step-By-Step Instructions
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage Recommendations
    • Substitutions or Additions
    • Looking For Other Overnight Oat Recipes? Try These!

    Why These Cinnamon Overnight Oats Are The Best!

    This overnight oats recipe is a healthy and easy breakfast. I love to mix up a batch of overnight oats so that my husband and I have a quick breakfast to grab on a busy morning. Store portions in a mason jar for an easy make ahead breakfast.

    This is one of my favorite overnight oatmeal recipes because it tastes like a cinnamon roll. It has lots of sweetness from the pure maple syrup and that warm cinnamon flavor.

    Equipment Needed

    mason jars- or any other airtight container.

    Key Ingredients

    old fashion oats- are my favorite type of oat for this recipe. They are less processed than quick oats which would become a little too mushy in an overnight oats recipe. Steel-cut oats are less processed than all of the oats and would not soften enough without cooking slightly first. Try this recipe for steel-cut overnight oats.

    Greek yogurt- I add a little Greek yogurt for extra protein in the recipe. You can use the Chobani Madagascar Vanilla and cinnamon flavored yogurt but any vanilla Greek yogurt will work.

    Ingredients for overnight oats.

    Step-By-Step Instructions

    In a large bowl mix together the almond milk and Greek yogurt. Add the oats, chia seeds, vanilla extract, salt, 2 tablespoons maple syrup and ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon.

    Mixing yogurt and milk together and adding the oats.

    Portion the oat mixture into small mason jars or another glass jar. Mix together the remaining maple syrup and cinnamon. Drizzle the maple syrup mixture over the top of the oats. Secure lid on the oats and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.

    Portioning the oats in mason jars and mixing the cinnamon syrup to drizzle over top.

    Serving Suggestions

    I like to just grab a spoon and dig into my overnight oats. I like mine oats cold but they can always be warmed up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds if you prefer.

    You can pair the cinnamon oats with fresh fruit. Crisp apples, sweet strawberries or juicy blueberries would all taste great paired with the maple cinnamon flavor.

    A spoonful of cinnamon oats.

    Storage Recommendations

    What makes overnight oats so appealing is the ability to make individual portion sizes that can be stored in an airtight container to grab the next morning before work or school. Any container will work. Plastic containers are perfectly fine and if you do not have a lid you can always cover tightly with plastic wrap.

    a jar with overnight oats with a spoon.

    Substitutions or Additions

    Greek yogurt- I used Chobani Madagascar Vanilla and Cinnamon yogurt but you can use any Greek vanilla yogurt or plain yogurt. You can even make this a vegan option by using a vegan yogurt instead.

    almond milk- I always have almond milk on hand but you can use your favorite milk. Cashew milk, coconut milk, oat milk or regular milk will all work to make creamy oats. Just remember the flavor may be a little different and also the calorie count will change.

    Looking For Other Overnight Oat Recipes? Try These!

    Creamy Biscoff Overnight Oats

    Protein Overnight Oats {3 Ingredient Base}

    Overnight Steel Cut Oats

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    Easy Cinnamon Overnight Oats Recipe

    Cinnamon overnight oats are a healthy breakfast recipe made with simple ingredients. Sweetened with pure maple syrup and a generous sprinkle of cinnamon these oats are loaded with flavor. With just a few minutes of prep time you can make a delicious breakfast the whole family will love!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time0 mins
    chilling4 hrs
    Total Time4 hrs 5 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: cinnamon ovrnight oats, overnight oats cinnamon, cinnamon roll overnight oats, overnight cinnamon oats, overnight oats recipe cinnamon, cinnamon overnight oats recipe
    Servings: 4
    Author: Bobbie Blue

    Ingredients

    • 1 5.3 ounce cinnamon Greek yogurt (I used Chobani)
    • 1 cup almond milk
    • 4 tablespoons pure maple syrup, divided
    • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
    • 2 teaspoons chia seeds
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon, divided
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl mix together the yogurt and milk. Add the oats, chia seeds, salt, vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons of the maple syrup, and ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon to the milk mixture. Stir well to combine.
    • Portion the oat mixture into 4 small containers. Mason jars work well for overnight oats.
    • In a separate small bowl mix together the remaining maple syrup and cinnamon. You will have to mix well to get the cinnamon to dissolve in the syrup.
    • Drizzle the cinnamon mixture over the top of the oats.
    • Secure the lid on each container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Oats will last in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

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