Can this be made with steel cut oats?

No. If you like steel cut oats, consider trying this recipe instead .

Is there a replacement for the flaxseeds?

You can either add more nut butter to help act as the binder. Alternatively, mashed banana or some apple sauce can also act as a binder, but will alter the taste of the final product.

Are baked oats healthy?

Oats are filled with fiber, b-vitamins, iron and zinc. Combining with some healthy fats like the cashew butter and flax egg help to add some other vital nutrients like omega-3s and some protein as well.

Can baked oats be meal prepped?

Yes! Just make sure to prepare the oatmeal as instructed without the glaze. You can slice and store your baked oats in individual airtight containers for easy grab and go meals throughout the week. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also place in the freezer for up to 1 month. To reheat, thaw the oats out and place in the microwave to warm through.

Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal (vegan & easy to make)

Name: Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp ground flax seed; 4 tbsp water; 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats; 1/2 cup quick oats; 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tbsp ground cinnamon; 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp light brown sugar, reserve the 1 tbsp to sprinkle on top; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 1/3 cup cashew butter; 1 1/4 cup unsweetened soy or almond milk; 1/4 cup powdered sugar; 2 tsp unsweetened soy or almond milk

Description

Soft, chewy and easy to meal prep, this Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal is the perfect breakfast recipe. All the flavors of a gooey cinnamon roll mixed into a flavorful baked oatmeal.

Ingredients

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2 tbsp ground flax seed
4 tbsp water
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup quick oats
1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1/3 cup + 1 tbsp light brown sugar, reserve the 1 tbsp to sprinkle on top
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup cashew butter
1 1/4 cup unsweetened soy or almond milk

Optional Glaze

1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tsp unsweetened soy or almond milk

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Instructions

Set oven to 350F. In a small bowl combine ground flaxseed and water then allow to sit and gel for about 5 minutes.
In a bowl, stir together your oats, pecans, baking powder, cinnamon, 1/3 cup sugar, and salt.
Add in the cashew butter, almond milk, vanilla and flax egg and stir well with a spatula until well mixed.
Spoon your mixture into a greased 8-in x 8-in baking pan and press the oats down evenly over the bottom of the baking dish using the spatula.
Sprinkle the top of your oats with the remaining tablespoon of brown sugar then place in the oven and bake for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool for about 15 minutes.
While you wait, prepare the optional glaze. Combine powdered sugar, vanilla and almond milk. Once smooth, pour your glaze over top of the oats before serving.

Notes

Avoid over baking to keep the oats soft and chewy. 25 minutes is all you need and the softness will maintain itself even after it cools.

Add a sprinkle of light brown sugar over top the oats before baking. As the oats bake, the brown sugar will create a lovely gooey texture for the baked oats and keep them nice and soft.

Allow to cool before adding the icing. If you add it right after taking out of the oven, your icing will melt into the oats.