Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal is an easy breakfast bake with all the cinnamon-sugar flavor you want from a cinnamon roll, but in a simple oatmeal version you can prep ahead. It's soft, lightly sweet, and finished with a quick drizzle that makes it feel a little more special.
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✅ Recipe Name: Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal
🕒 Ready In: ~40 minutes
👪 Serves: 6 servings
🍽 Calories: ~290 per serving estimated
🥣 Main Ingredients: Old fashioned oats, cinnamon, milk, maple syrup, eggs, brown sugar, powdered sugar
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free; naturally-sweetened; vegetarian
👌 Difficulty: Easy - mix, bake, drizzle
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This is a great recipe for mornings when you want something warm and filling without making a full batch of cinnamon rolls. The oats bake together into soft squares that are easy to slice, reheat, and serve throughout the week.
It works for breakfast, brunch, or meal prep, and it's simple enough for busy mornings while still feeling like a treat. If you love easy oatmeal recipes, try our Chocolate Oatmeal, Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal, or Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats next.
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- Easy Substitutions & Variations:
- How to Make Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal:
- Recipe Notes & Tips:
- How to Store:
- Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal FAQs:
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Why You'll Love Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal:
Cinnamon Roll Flavor: Brown sugar, cinnamon, and a simple drizzle give this baked oatmeal that cinnamon roll-inspired flavor.
Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast: Bake it once and reheat slices throughout the week for quick mornings.
Soft and Filling: The oats bake into tender squares that feel satisfying without being too heavy.
Great for Breakfast or Brunch: It feels special enough for a weekend breakfast but is easy enough for meal prep.
Key Ingredients:
- old fashioned oats. These give the baked oatmeal structure and a soft, chewy texture. Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
- cinnamon. Adds the classic cinnamon roll flavor throughout the oatmeal.
- milk. Helps soften the oats and gives the baked oatmeal a tender texture. Use dairy milk or your favorite milk alternative.
- maple syrup. Adds natural sweetness to the oatmeal base.
- brown sugar. Creates the sweet cinnamon-sugar flavor that makes this taste more like a cinnamon roll.
- powdered sugar. Mixed with a little milk to make the simple drizzle for the top.
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Easy Substitutions & Variations:
- Make it gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats to keep this recipe gluten-free.
- Make it dairy-free: Use a dairy-free milk alternative and dairy-free butter.
- Use a different sweetener: Honey can be used instead of maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
- Add more texture: Stir in chopped pecans or walnuts before baking for a little crunch.
- Make it extra cinnamon roll-inspired: Add a little extra cinnamon to the brown sugar mixture or drizzle more icing over the top before serving.
How to Make Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal:
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a round pie dish. In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Step 2: Add the old fashioned oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the bowl. Stir until combined. Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared pie dish and spread it evenly.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar together. Pour the brown sugar mixture over the oats, then gently swirl it into the top with a butter knife or toothpick.
- Step 4: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Let the baked oatmeal cool for a few minutes, then drizzle the icing over the top.
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Recipe Notes & Tips:
- Use old fashioned oats: Old fashioned oats give baked oatmeal the best soft, chewy texture. Quick oats can make it softer, and steel cut oats will not work the same way.
- Use certified gluten-free oats if needed: Oats are naturally gluten-free, but they can be cross-contaminated during processing.
- Swirl the brown sugar mixture gently: Pour the melted butter and brown sugar mixture over the oats, then lightly swirl it into the top so you get pockets of cinnamon roll flavor.
- Bake until the center is set: The oatmeal should look firm in the middle and lightly golden around the edges.
- Let it cool before drizzling: Let the baked oatmeal cool for a few minutes before adding the icing so it does not melt completely into the oats.
How to Store:
Refrigerator: Store Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Reheat individual slices in the microwave until warmed through. Add a splash of milk if you want a softer texture.
Freezer: Freeze slices in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal FAQs:
Yes, this is a great make-ahead breakfast. Bake it ahead, store it in the refrigerator, and reheat individual slices throughout the week. You can add the icing after reheating if you want it to look fresh.
Baked oatmeal can turn dry if it is overbaked or if too much oats are added. Bake just until the center is set, and add a splash of milk when reheating if you want a softer texture.
Yes, use certified gluten-free oats if you need this recipe to be gluten-free. Oats are naturally gluten-free, but they can be processed near wheat, so certified gluten-free oats are the safest option.
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Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups old fashioned oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a round pie dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Add the old fashioned oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the bowl. Stir until combined.
- Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared pie dish and spread it evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar together.
- Pour the brown sugar mixture over the oats, then gently swirl it into the top with a butter knife or toothpick.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- Let the baked oatmeal cool for a few minutes, then drizzle the icing over the top before slicing and serving.
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Notes
- Use old fashioned oats: Old fashioned oats give baked oatmeal the best soft, chewy texture. Quick oats can make it softer, and steel cut oats will not work the same way.
- Use certified gluten-free oats if needed: Oats are naturally gluten-free, but they can be cross-contaminated during processing.
- Swirl the brown sugar mixture gently: Pour the melted butter and brown sugar mixture over the oats, then lightly swirl it into the top so you get pockets of cinnamon roll flavor.
- Bake until the center is set: The oatmeal should look firm in the middle and lightly golden around the edges.
- Let it cool before drizzling: Let the baked oatmeal cool for a few minutes before adding the icing so it does not melt completely into the oats.
Shannon says
I love this recipe. I get the flavors of a cinnamon roll but the health benefits of oatmeal.