Vegan cinnamon bun protein overnight oats are a sweet and satisfying breakfast that’s simple to prep with just 5 healthy ingredients!
Serious question: are people really still out here cooking oats on the stovetop when they could just be setting them in the fridge?! Maybe it’s just me, but the hot, mushy oatmeal is so so different from overnight oats and I just can’t imagine ever going back to that. My love of chilled, no-cooking-necessary oats seriously knows no bounds, so today, we’re making vegan cinnamon bun protein overnight oats. Sweet, spiced, packed with satiating plant protein. These oats are SO thick, it’s out of control…in the best way.
Let’s make oats!
Ingredients for vegan cinnamon bun protein overnight oats
- Rolled oats: I always use old-fashioned, whole grain rolled oats because they have the best texture and chew.
- Ground flaxseed: ground flax provides a lot of nutrition, including omega-3s. It helps to give the oats a nice thick texture.
- Cinnamon: cinnamon is obviously a must for cinnamon bun oatmeal, and it brings the best warm, spice flavor.
- Protein powder: I use Complement protein (and you can learn about their products + use my discount code to try it) because it’s definitely the simplest, highest quality vegan protein available. Any vegan protein should work, but it may change the texture/flavor slightly.
- Nondairy milk: you’ll soak the oat mixture in some nondairy milk overnight (or for a few hours). I use unsweetened oat milk for great thick texture, but any nondairy milk should work.
Tips for making vegan cinnamon bun protein overnight oats
- Add a splash of milk before serving to get a texture you like. I typically don’t add more liquid at this stage because I like my oats VERY thick, but feel free to add a bit more milk to get the texture you prefer.
- Have fun with the toppings. I love a drizzle of vegan yogurt for a bit of tang and to give that cinnamon bun frosting vibe, plus a sprinkle of cinnamon and some nuts for crunch and healthy fats. Use whatever you like!
These vegan cinnamon bun protein overnight oats are creamy, rich, super thick, and have all those classic sweet and spiced cinnamon bun flavors. Perfect for meal prep to have a healthy, satisfying breakfast waiting for you in the morning that’ll energize you until lunch.
The overnight oat obsession continues.
Xo,
Sara
Vegan Cinnamon Bun Protein Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole grain rolled oats
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 scoop vegan protein powder – I always use Complement protein, you can learn all about Complement and use my discount code to order here! https://sweetvegansara.com/my-favorite-vegan-supplements/
- 3/4 cup unsweetened oat milk – I think oat milk gives the best thick, rich texture but any nondairy milk will work
- Any toppings of your choice – I like a drizzle of vegan yogurt, more cinnamon, and some pecans for crunch
Instructions
- Add the oats, flaxseed, cinnamon, and protein powder to a bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the oat milk and mix thoroughly, then set in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- When you're ready to eat, mix the oats and add a bit more oat milk depending on the texture you want, then add toppings of your choice.
