Having enjoyed a bowl of hot oatmeal for breakfast since as far back as I could talk, I have never tried overnight oatmeal. My association is oatmeal/winter/cold weather food, but I thought this recipe would be ideal for eating oatmeal in the warmer months right out of the fridge, and so I gave it a go. I found it on "Eat.Drink.Love" hosted by Stephanie, and the original recipe can be found at this link. She has a lot of other recipes I am eager to try, one being the Potato and Cheddar Egg Bakes, a Starbucks copycat.
Overnight Cinnamon Roll Oats
Notes from Stephanie: "If you have never had overnight oats, I can tell you that some people can’t handle the texture and the fact that its cold, but I am totally down with the overnight oats!
I recommend using old fashioned oats over quick oats for overnight oats. Quick oats end up being softer and mushier.
You can also try different types of yogurts. I like vanilla but plain works too!"
Overnight Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal
Yield: 1 serving
Calories: approximately 372
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Additional time: 4 hours
Total time: 4 hours 5 minutes
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup skim milk (can also use soy, oat or almond milk)
3/4 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of salt
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
For the cream cheese topping (optional):
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
In a jar or container, stir together the oats, milk, yogurt, cinnamon, salt, brown sugar, and the vanilla extract until thoroughly mixed. Cover and chill overnight.
To make the optional cream cheese topping, stir together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with a fork until smooth. Spoon desired amount on top of oats. If prepping ahead, store separate from the oats so that the topping stays thick like frosting.
How did I like it? My dear other half is not a fan of oatmeal, hot or cold, so I made this for me. I enjoyed it very much but the next time I was glad to add the cream cheese topping for just that little bit of extra sweetening.
Even though this said it was for one serving, I ended up dividing it into two 8 oz. jars. I have this type. I found it more than enough to divide and eat the extra the next day.
I served it with blueberries, strawberries and almonds.
On the whole I enjoyed but I have to get used to it not being hot. I am a creature of habit and this recipe on my blog is still my favorite. I will be making this one again and will also try other overnight recipes as I do enjoy a change. With the colder nights around the corner however, I will be making my old standby, Cranberry-Apple Crockpot Oatmeal (previous link) and save this for the warmer months.
Below you will see my choice of yogurt. I always bought the low-fat version, but I read recently that full-fat probiotic plain yogurt can be a better choice for several reasons, including increased satiety, better nutrient absorption and fewer additives. (I also prefer organic.) If you are taking note of such things, the higher fat content would add to the nutritional value. I am not an expert and you can obviously use your own favorite and what makes you feel the most comfortable, considering certain dietary restrictions your doctor might have you on also. I always buy the larger container as I eat it every day, whether is a spoonful with cereal or a half a cup on its own with a piece of fruit and a few nuts
I have added the full address below for you to copy and paste.
https://eat-drink-love.com/overnight-cinnamon-roll-oats/
I think that's about it but as always, if you have any questions, leave them in the comment section and I will do my best to answer them.
Hi Denise, I am not a fan of oatmeal...except for oatmeal cookies. I have never liked hot cereal. However, my friend does and I will pass this recipe on to her. Thank you so much for sharing, dear friend. I love the illustration at the end of your post.
ReplyDeleteTotally understand dear friend, it would be a boring old world if we all liked the same thing :)
DeleteNow autumn is here, and I love eating this kind of thing with oat milk or cold with kefir soaked the day before.
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking the time to write down the recipe and everything!
Have a great week! hugs Elke
Greetings Elke, I will have to try kefir again. You are very welcome and thank you for your kind comment. Week is almost over as I am late answering but I hope yours was a good one also :) wishing you a great weekend!
DeleteI had no idea about this yogurt fact. And I eat it every day as well. We only use almond milk too.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ginny! Yogurt is so good for us :) They say eating 10 almonds a day is good for us too.
DeleteLooks and sounds interesting Denise. Never had rolled oats for breakfast, something I couldn't come at.
ReplyDeleteThank you Margaret :) lots of other good things to eat for breakfast. I need a change from oatmeal. I find variety keeps me on track :)
DeleteI've tried overnight oats and wasn't a fan. I could eat it but I didn't really care much for it. It may have been the recipe I used but I'm not willing to give it another try..
ReplyDeleteNot to everyone’s taste I know. Thanks Ann :)
DeleteEvery year, when winter rolls around, I vow to eat more oatmeal, but I never do. I do it for a couple of days and then drift back to my cereal. Creature of habit, I guess.
ReplyDeleteWe are all creatures of habit David :) I am often teased by my husband that I am very corner to corner in a lot of things.
DeleteThat's breakfast fit for athletes!
ReplyDeleteI agree Angie, thank you :)
DeleteSteel-cut oats are supposed to be the best option. They do taste different.
ReplyDeleteI have had steel cut oats and they are the healthiest option supposedly. I will be buying them once this container has been used :) I tend to buy what I can find at the time.
DeleteA healthy breakfast, sounds yummy! Take care, have a wonderful week.
ReplyDeleteThanks Eileen and I wish you the same :)
DeleteI gave up on breakfast this year as part of my weight loss attempt.
ReplyDeleteI hope the change has helped. I usually eat breakfast nearer lunch time these days :)
DeleteYum
ReplyDeleteThank you Regine :)
DeleteLooks good. I love cinnamon :-D
ReplyDeleteThanks Ananka, it has a lovely taste doesn’t it?
DeleteOh, I just bought some big blueberries and pecans to put in my oatmeal. Oatmeal is such a comforting food in Fall and Winter. Adding a little cinnamon is a nice addition.
ReplyDeleteHappy first day of Autumn Denise!
~Sheri
Sounds wonderful Sheri :) A great combination. A Happy First Day of Autumn to you also my dear friend.
DeleteI enjoy seeing the new recipes you try. I do enjoy Oatmeal and what a good start to the day. Happy Fall to you, Denise!
ReplyDeleteWonderful, so pleased you do. Thanks Ellen! Happy Fall to you too :)
DeleteI don't think I would like this cold. I like oatmeal but I never eat it. I don't know why.
ReplyDeleteIt takes some getting used to. I am going to try it again before I make a final decision. Right now I still enjoy mine more when it is hot :)
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ReplyDeleteThank you Christine :)
DeleteRick makes overnight oatmeal all the time but this is a much more elaborate version than his!
ReplyDeleteI usually make mine in the crockpot for winter, with craisins, apples and a little brown sugar, served hot :)
DeleteDenise that is almost too pretty to eat...
ReplyDeleteMy daughter likes the overnight oatmeal too
Hugs cecilia
Well, I have to admit, I gussied it up a little for the blog photo ;) I wonder how your daughter has hers? Hugs, Denise xo
DeleteLooks good
ReplyDeleteMuch appreciated, thank you Ashok :)
DeleteI make what our house calls, sleepover oats all the time. Though with chia seeds too. Just a delight. And so many combos. Though I tend to eat mine later in the day as a snack or dessert. And fresh cut apples inside I find don't go brown, nor nanners. There's just endless fun to be had. Endless.
ReplyDeleteThat’s great Ivy and I have chia seeds so I will add those next time. Definitely can go our own way with choices :) Endless, as you say.
DeleteI rarely make oatmeal. It just doesn't stick with me and I'm hungry again by 11. We have eggs most mornings. This morning I microwaved two potatoes, then diced them into a skillet with one green onion and some ham. Once crispy I broke two eggs over top and cooked covered until whites cooked. Yolks were solid too this time because Dan delayed getting to the kitchen to eat.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the breakfast idea Marcia, that sounds delicious! :)
DeleteThanks for sharing this Denise.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
You are very welcome Jan and all the best :)
DeleteEs un rico desayuno. te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteMuchas gracias, me alegro que te parezca delicioso :) Te mando un beso.
DeleteI used to make the overnight oatmeal a lot, but never could eat it cold. I always heated it up in the morning. I agree with you in that I prefer the regular oats to the quick ones. Too mushy! Perfect weather is upon us. ;)
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to my winter oatmeal. It was around 80 this morning though. I fixed myself a bagel with cream cheese :)
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