This healthy cinnamon roll baked oatmeal has all the flavors of a cinnamon roll in a baked oatmeal form! Packed with protein and fiber, it’s a cross between a cinnamon roll and bowl of oatmeal!
We love all things cinnamon roll around here. Our favorites include keto cinnamon rolls, yeast free cinnamon rolls, and this wholesome cinnamon roll baked oatmeal.
Seriously, as someone who loves breakfast, I love it even more if it tastes like dessert.
This baked cinnamon oatmeal ticks all the boxes.
It’s dense, chewy and if cooked perfectly, barely crumbles when cut into. Not only is it delicious to eat, but it’s also sinfully nutritious.
That’s right- It’s healthy, high in fiber, and comes with a high protein option too.
How to make cinnamon roll baked oatmeal
The Ingredients
- Rolled Oats– Old fashioned oats give the baked oatmeal that chewy and satisfying texture. Be sure to use gluten free oats, to keep this recipe gluten free.
- Quick Oats– You want to use some quick cooking oats, to avoid too dense of as texture.
- Granulated sweetener of choice– Gives the cinnamon baked oatmeal sweetness. Any granulated sweetener will work, like coconut sugar, brown sugar and even sugar free alternatives.
- Baking powder– Gives the baked oatmeal some rise and fluffiness.
- Cinnamon– A must for some extra cinnamon flavor. Use Saigon cinnamon for a more robust cinnamon flavor.
- Eggs OR flax eggs– You can use either whole eggs or flax eggs, to keep them vegan. If you use eggs, ensure they are at room temperature.
- Milk of choice– I used almond milk, but any milk of choice will work.
- Vanilla extract– Gives a slight vanilla flavor.
- Almond butter– Almond butter gives the cinnamon roll baked oatmeal a delicious buttery and rich texture, without any butter or oil! You can use any nut or seed butter of choice.
The Instructions
Making this cinnamon baked oatmeal recipe is so easy- No fancy mixers or prep time required.
You’ll start by mixing together your dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Next, you’ll add your wet ingredients and mix well, until a thick batter remains. Transfer the cinnamon oatmeal bake batter into a greased baking dish and bake at 180C/350F for 35-40 minutes, until golden on top. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes, before drizzling with icing, if desired. Serve soon after or cool completely to store for later.
Cinnamon Roll Icing Ideas
- Powdered Sugar– Combine powdered sugar with cinnamon and slowly add water or milk, until a smooth glaze remains. Drizzle over the tops of the baked oatmeal.
- Coconut Butter– Room temperature and smooth coconut butter drizzled over the top.
- Protein Frosting– Combine vanilla or cinnamon bun protein powder with water and mix until a thick ‘frosting’ remains. Spread or drizzle over the top.
Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal Tips
- For portable cinnamon roll breakfast bars, cook the baked oatmeal closer to 50 minutes. They will be more dense and chewy, and perfect for grab and go breakfast bars.
- Do not add the glaze over the top of the baked oatmeal until it is completely baked, otherwise, it will sink into the batter.
- To amp up the protein content, add 1-2 scoops of your favorite protein powder into the dry mixture.
- To make single serving portions of the baked oatmeal, bake in single serving ramekins or mini loaf pans.
- If your baked oatmeal is slightly overcooked, remedy it by pouring 1/4 cup of your favorite milk over it to soften it up.
Storing, Freezing and Reheating Baked Oatmeal
- To store: Leftover baked cinnamon oatmeal should be stored in the refrigerator, in a sealable container. It will keep well for up to 1 week.
- To freeze: As baked oatmeal is freezer friendly, you can freeze portions to enjoy later. Place the baked oatmeal in a freezer friendly container and it will keep well in the freezer for up to 6 months.
- To reheat: Either reheat the oatmeal bake in the microwave or in the oven. If you use the oven, place portions in a baking dish and heat at 180c/350F until warm on top.
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Healthy Sticky Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats gluten free, if needed
- 1 cup quick oats gluten free, if needed
- 1/2 cup granulated sweetener of choice * See notes
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 2 large eggs for vegan version, sub for 2 flax eggs
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup almond butter Can sub for any nut butter, coconut oil or butter
For the Cinnamon Roll Glaze
- 4 tablespoon coconut butter melted
For the protein packed Cinnamon Roll Glaze
- 1-2 scoops cinnamon protein powder
- 2 tablespoon milk of choice to thin out
- 2 teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F and line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, milk, vanilla extract and almond butter. Whisk until combined. Add the wet mixture to the dry and mix until fully combined. If the mixture is crumbly, add a dash more milk until a thick batter is formed.
- Transfer the cinnamon roll baked oatmeal mixture to the lined baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- Remove baked oatmeal and allow to cool for 5 minutes, before glazing, if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
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There’s not much that gets me to want to watch football, actually there’s absolutely nothing. I’m forced to watch (or witness) it anyway since, duh, husband but I’d rather sit and watch a kale farm grow.
Hahahahah let’s do that together!
I am a huge sports fan (hockey more than anything) and a huge breakfast fan, especially oatmeal. This looks delicious any time of the day.
That, my friend, is VERY evident haha! 🙂 You get the best of both worlds!
Now I can tell my husband I am excited about Monday night Football too–because this looks perfect! My kids will love this for breakfast as well.
YES! Thanks so much, Kristen! 🙂
What perfect timing. I had some of a delicious cinnamon roll for a snack last night. It was fantastic, and you couldn’t even tell it was vegan. For reals. This looks fantastic too. I’d watch football for this.
😀 I hope you liked this!
Dude, I am a HUGE sports fan. I watch football religiously come Fall, and then college basketball religiously come Spring. But you know what else I am a fan of? Brinner. Yup, this baked oatmeal just appeared on my dinner plate for tonight. *Boom* Just like a magic swipe of Harry Potter’s wand (he does have a wand, doesn’t he?), this oatmeal materialized out of thin air. Awesome!!
You like sports? NO WAY. Although….I want that coffee cake for dinner please.
This looks freakin’ awesome, BUT it’s totally not football food. That’s ok, when you come visit me in Williamsburg, we will have the full experience- pulled pork smoking on the grill all day, cold beer, homemade guac, the works. I’ll make you a fan haha!
Side note, I met an Australian kid at one of my high school visits yesterday and thought of you. I’m really hoping I can recruit him!
Hahahahaha I’m sorry 🙁
I will arrive for football night with a bag of TJ’s orange chicken.
I think this is the most delicious looking photo I’ve ever seen on your site. I’m dying right now. I’m counting down the hours until I can go make this. I think I might add some cream cheese to the coconut butter glaze. 🙂
Wow! thanks so much, Lauren 🙂 Let me know how it is!
A kale farm Arman? I hadn’t even thought of that. With four boys and one husband I’m outnumbered when it comes to football. Guess it’s time to get out my rake and shovel… Delicious breakfast or dinner, I love a good sticky bun. This baked oatmeal would make a lot of football lovers in my house very happy. (And me too.)
Hahahahahaha. Let’s seriously start one and sell it for $10 a bunch.
When I was in Oz, I experienced an Aussie Rules game and OMG! That game is tough and brutal. I probably would have been hanging out with you, nibbling on kale. And dessert?? This sticky amazingness would definitely be at the top of my football snacking list!
Hahahaha. We would have actually been shielding our eyes from the game with it haha! Thanks Kate!
Oh, sure I’m interested in sports – but only the big events like Soccer World or European championships. And then it’s actually just about the community. So no, not really. But typical football food like nachos with salsa and guacamole speak to me. I guess I should add oatmeal to the list now 😉 . Breakfast for dinner is standard in my life. Unless I’m eating with others who find the idea strange [= don’t know what’s good].
OHHHH they are my favorite games!
How do you make these healthy dishes look so decadent?! You are truly a magician. I’m excited to hear about what you think about football season. I love the atmosphere too — not necessarily the game itself and DEFINITELY not “fantasy football” (give me a break) but the sounds, the food, the bars, the drinks…I’m all about it.
Hahaha let’s chill with a game!
im not into football if it wasnt for the food..i normally eat eggs or waffles for dinner but this looks pretty tempting!!!
Right? Thanks Dixya!
This looks so good! I like your take on a meatless option…EVERYONE loves Brinner! 🙂
Right? Thank you Blair 🙂
I love baked oatmeal! I can just imagine how deliciously aromatic this is as it bakes! The glaze brings this over the top and it’s fall-perfect indeed!
thanks so much, Abby 🙂
Aussie rules is the worst. Well, to be fair, I can’t watch any sport other than rugby. Three guesses why haha
Lol, I have no idea? Haha NZ?
Haha close!! Sexy All Blacks!
LOL!!! I want their arms….