Dinner

Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bakes Recipe

Byanna orden November 2, 2025November 2, 2025

Introduction

This Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bake is a comforting and delicious twist on classic cinnamon rolls, made easy and nutritious with oats. It’s perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch that everyone will love.

The image shows a close-up of a soft cinnamon roll square with a thick swirl of white icing on top. The roll has a light brown color with a crumbly texture visible on the sides, showing layers of dough and cinnamon filling. Behind it, more cinnamon roll squares are slightly out of focus, sitting on a white marbled surface. The icing looks glossy and smooth, sitting neatly on the top layer. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Oatmeal Base:

1/2 cup rolled oats
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt

Cinnamon Swirl:

2 tbsp butter (or plant-based alternative)
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon

Glaze:

1/4 cup powdered sugar
1-2 tsp milk (dairy or plant-based)
1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
Step 2: Whisk together the oatmeal base ingredients in a large bowl until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: Melt the butter for the cinnamon swirl in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon until smooth.
Step 4: Drizzle the cinnamon swirl mixture over the oatmeal base in a swirling pattern.
Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the oatmeal is set and golden brown around the edges.
Step 6: While baking, whisk together the glaze ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 7: Let the oatmeal bake cool for 5 minutes, then drizzle the glaze evenly over the top. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Tips & Variations

Use steel-cut oats for a chewier texture, but increase baking time accordingly.
Swap maple syrup for honey or agave nectar for different sweetness notes.
Add chopped nuts or raisins into the oatmeal base for extra texture and flavor.
For a dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and milk alternatives.

Storage

Store the baked oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or warm in the oven until heated through. The glaze may harden when chilled—add a little milk and stir if you want to thin it out before serving.

How to Serve

Six rectangular pieces of baked cinnamon swirl oatmeal bars are inside a white square dish. Each bar shows a clear spiral pattern of cinnamon in the middle, with a golden-brown oat texture around it. A white glaze is drizzled evenly across the top of all bars in thin stripes. The dish sits on a white marbled surface with a soft textured cloth partially visible in the corner. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe vegan?

Yes, simply substitute dairy milk and butter with your preferred plant-based alternatives such as almond milk and vegan margarine.

Can I prepare this oatmeal bake ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can assemble the dish the night before and keep it covered in the fridge. Bake it fresh in the morning, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if coming straight from the refrigerator.