10-Minute Vegan Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Recipe
This 10-Minute Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal is a warm, comforting vegan breakfast that perfectly captures the sweet and spicy flavors of a cinnamon roll. Made with gluten-free rolled oats, chia seeds, almond milk, and a drizzle of cinnamon butter, it’s creamy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. Perfect for a quick and nourishing start to your day.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 14 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Oatmeal Base
- 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 ¼ cups almond milk (plus splashes more if needed)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Mix-ins and Topping
- ¼ cup vegan cream cheese or coconut yogurt
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine the gluten-free rolled oats, chia seeds, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Stir them together to evenly distribute the spices and seeds for an even flavor throughout the oatmeal.
- Add Liquids and Heat: Pour in the almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Simmer the Oatmeal: Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the oatmeal for about 5 minutes or until it thickens to your preferred consistency. Add splashes of almond milk if you want a thinner texture.
- Incorporate Creaminess: After the oatmeal has thickened, stir in the vegan cream cheese or coconut yogurt to add a creamy texture and rich flavor. Remove the saucepan from the heat and set aside.
- Prepare Cinnamon Butter: In a small skillet, melt the vegan butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in ½ teaspoon of cinnamon to create a fragrant cinnamon butter.
- Serve and Garnish: Scoop the creamy oatmeal into bowls and drizzle the cinnamon butter over the top. Alternatively, you can swirl the cinnamon butter directly into the saucepan of oatmeal before serving for a marbled effect.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats and almond milk to keep this recipe vegan and gluten-free.
- If you prefer a thinner oatmeal, add extra almond milk during cooking.
- Vegan cream cheese can be substituted with coconut yogurt for a lighter option.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup to taste.
- This recipe serves 3 but can be easily doubled or halved.