Cinnamon rolls are one of my favorite things in the world. This recipe takes all the flavors I love in that pastry and transforms them into a good-for-you breakfast packed with delicious oats. It’s quick and easy to throw together and is a perfect make-ahead for an on-the-go breakfast.
| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 8 hr 15 min |
| Active: | 15 min |
| Yield: | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 teaspoons packed brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries, strawberries or raspberries
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar (light or dark)
Instructions
- For the oats: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and salt until the brown sugar has dissolved. Stir in the oats and divide among four jars. Cover tightly and refrigerate until thickened and the oats are soft, at least 8 hours or overnight.
- For the berry compote: Combine the berries and brown sugar in a small saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down and the juices thicken, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let cool. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
- Serve the oats topped with the compote.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 of 4 servings |
| Calories | 322 |
| Total Fat | 13 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 44 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 17 g |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Cholesterol | 27 mg |
| Sodium | 292 mg |
Reviews
I think the butter is a mistake.. when you pour melted butter into cold milk it resolidifies and leaves a gritty texture.. We had to warm the oats in the microwave for 1m to make them edible and that leaves them just tasting like normal oatmeal, I could’ve just warmed milk and stirred some quick oats in it, sprinkled with cinnamon and gotten the same results.
Super delicious! Easy and just the perfect amount of sweetness.