Breakfast & Brunch Healthy Cereal Recipes Healthy Oatmeal Recipes Overnight Oatmeal Cinnamon-Roll Overnight Oats 4.1 (32) 29 Reviews It takes just minutes to assemble this healthy no-cook breakfast, and you'll have meal-prepped grab-and-go breakfasts on hand for the rest of the week. By Carolyn Casner Carolyn Casner Carolyn Casner is a longtime recipe tester and contributor for EatingWell. Over the years, she has tested and developed hundreds of recipes for the magazine and website. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 25, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Christa Brown, M.S., RDN, LD Reviewed by Dietitian Christa Brown, M.S., RDN, LD Christa Brown is a registered dietitian and business owner with a practice focus on diabetes management and content development for brands and fitness influencers. She is a licensed dietitian with a Master of Science in Nutrition Education and a certification in gut health by the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. 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Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Active Time: 5 mins Additional Time: 7 hrs 55 mins Total Time: 8 hrs Servings: 5 Yield: 5 servings Nutrition Profile: Dairy-Free Vegan Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Nutrition Notes Is This Recipe Vegan? Since this recipe contains no animal products, like eggs and dairy, this recipe is suitable for those following a vegan diet. Can I Use Cow's Milk in Place of the Almond or Coconut Milk? Yes, this recipe is just as delicious with cow's milk. Using cow's milk will also add protein to this recipe, which may help keep you satisfied a bit longer, too. According to the USDA, a 1/2 cup serving of almond milk has just over 1/2 gram of protein. Compare that to a 1/2 cup serving of reduced-fat cow's milk, which has 4 grams of protein. Diana Chistruga Tips from the Test Kitchen Can I Use Quick-Cooking Oats Instead of Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats? Quick-cooking oats, also called instant oats, are rolled thinner and cut into smaller flakes than old-fashioned oats. They absorb liquid quicker, which means they will get too soft and mushy for overnight oats. For the best texture, we recommend using old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe. How to Serve Cinnamon-Roll Overnight Oats Top these delicious no-cook oats with fresh fruit, such as raspberries, strawberries or blueberries. Add your favorite nuts and seeds for extra crunch and texture. Frequently Asked Questions What Are Overnight Oats? Overnight oats are made by mixing old-fashioned rolled oats with a liquid, such as milk, yogurt or nondairy milk. The mixture is refrigerated overnight until the oats absorb the liquid and soften. The oats are soft and creamy, yet retain some texture. Overnight oats are completely no-cook, making it easy to meal prep for breakfast. Why Are My Overnight Oats Not Soft? To avoid raw oats, make sure the oats are completely submerged in the liquid before covering and refrigerating. The oats also need to be refrigerated overnight to soften completely. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers and Jan Valdez Diana Chistruga Ingredients 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (see Tip) 2 1/2 cups unsweetened nondairy milk, such as almond or coconut 6 teaspoons light brown sugar 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract 1 ¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt Directions Stir oats, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and salt together in a large bowl. Divide among five 8-ounce jars. Screw on lids and refrigerate overnight or for up to 5 days. Diana Chistruga Tip People with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should use oats that are labeled "gluten-free," as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat and barley. To make ahead Refrigerate for up to 5 days. Recipe Updates Based on earlier reviews and comments on this recipe, we've retested and made the following adjustments (and updated the nutritional analysis accordingly): Reduced the sugar. Reduced the vanilla extract (to minimize bitterness). Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, October 2018 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 191 Calories 4g Fat 32g Carbs 6g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 5 Serving Size 2/3 cup Calories 191 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 32g 12% Dietary Fiber 4g 14% Total Sugars 4g Added Sugars 4g 8% Protein 6g 12% Total Fat 4g 5% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Vitamin A 2IU 0% Folate 14mcg 4% Sodium 323mg 14% Calcium 271mg 21% Iron 2mg 11% Magnesium 65mg 15% Potassium 238mg 5% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved