Gluten-Free Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
Indulge in the cozy flavors of cinnamon and sweet frosting with these incredibly easy gluten-free overnight oats. They offer a delightful chewy texture and a satisfyingly sweet start to your day, reminiscent of your favorite cinnamon rolls.
At a glance: This easy breakfast recipe yields 4 servings in about 25 minutes (5 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 9 ingredients — including certified gluten-free oats, milk, plain greek yogurt — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more breakfast recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats: When preparing this breakfast recipe, oats are grown in rotation with wheat and frequently processed on shared equipment. Use only certified gluten-free oats (e.g., Bob's Red Mill GF, GF Harvest). Note: 5–10% of people with celiac disease also react to avenin, the protein in oats, even in certified-GF varieties — consult your doctor if you are newly diagnosed. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats: This recipe relies on certified gluten-free oats and other naturally gluten-free ingredients. It is designed to be free from gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 2 cups certified gluten-free oats
- 1.5 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened (for frosting swirl)
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for frosting swirl)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl or directly in your serving jars, combine the certified gluten-free oats, milk, and Greek yogurt. Stir well to ensure the oats are fully submerged and there are no dry clumps.
- 2
Add the maple syrup (or honey), ground cinnamon, pure vanilla extract, and salt to the oat mixture. Stir everything together thoroughly until all the spices are evenly distributed and the mixture smells fragrant.
- 3
Cover the bowl or seal the jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the oats to soften and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- 4
Before serving, prepare the frosting swirl by whisking together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Spoon or dollop the cream cheese frosting mixture over the top of the chilled overnight oats. You can swirl it in gently with a spoon or toothpick for a decorative effect. Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful cinnamon roll experience.
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Tips & Notes
- Certified gluten-free oats vary by cut; any cut works in no-bake recipes, but certified gluten-free rolled oats hold their shape better when baked.
- Any plant-based milk works here — oat milk (certified GF) gives the richest mouthfeel; almond milk keeps it lighter.
- Full-fat yogurt produces a richer result; reduced-fat works fine in most recipes.
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