Start your day off with this protein oatmeal that tastes just like a healthy cinnamon roll! It’s SO quick, easy, healthy and will keep you full until lunch!
Friends, have you ever wondered how do you make protein porridge?
Well, Let me introduce you to one of my most favorite recipes that I ever created in the 1.5 years that FFF has had it’s own little space in the interwebz.
And yes. It’s a bowl of oatmeal. WITH PROTEIN.
I know you’re thinking “but what about that Crepe Cake? Or Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies? OR Vegan Brownies Stuffed with Peanut Butter Cookie Dough? How are those decadent desserts not your most favorite ever?”
Well, I adore those too. Butcha don’t eat those everyday.
But maybe we should change that? Why DON’T we put vegan brownies into our faces every day that we wake up and feel ALIVE? Things to start asking ourselves.
However, my real life self has actually been doing that with this bowl of healthy cinnamon roll protein oatmeal. Sometimes it’s even in the form of gluten free cinnamon roll overnight oats.
That just so happens to be ready in 5 minutes. And you don’t have to make an actual homemade cinnamon rolls recipe and mess with yeast. Which means you don’t need to keep checking on your dough every 34.6 seconds to see if it’s risen enough so that you can bake it and FACE PLANT into all things sweet, gooey and full of cinnamon perfection.
Don’t lie. I know I am not the only one who does it when I make cinnamon rolls.
Anyway.
The “oatmeal” part of this protein oatmeal recipe is nothing fancy. I mean it’s oatmeal. You can practically get it for free (hello Bulk Food stores!) and you just mix it with water, sweetener of choice and give it a little one to one time with your stove top.
BOOM. You’re already 2/3 of the way done.
Look at you making a protein oatmeal recipe. You’re BASICALLY the Martha Stewart of breakfast.
NOW comes onto the best part.
And by “best” I mean tastes-like-the-inside-of-a-cinnamon-roll kinda best.
Cinnamon-roll-filling-with-absolutely-no-butter-and-uses-all-natural-sugar-and-its-so-thick-and-creamy-you’re-gonna-wanna-spread-it-on-yo’-face kind best.
I KNOW.
However, control the urge. You want ALL of that to get up IN the bowl. Nowhere else, capeesh?
So. The swirl. I had this random idea to try to mix vanilla protein powder with just the TEENIEST ever bit of water, to see if it would get super thick and take the place of butter for the filling.
AND IT DID.
The crazy idea continues with a sprinkle (or 10 sprinkles – you can’t have a cinnamon roll without THE CINNAMON) and a dash (again, or 10) of coconut sugar. <3 <3 <3
I took a little nibble and the tiny little bowl of thick, brown goo (yeah, I know, it doesn’t look the numiest) punched my taste buds STRAIGHT IN THEIR FACES.
I literally texted Mr. FFF and was like “Move over IHOP, there’s a new breakfast fav in town.”
If you’ve been around here long than about 2 days, you know that means some serious love-age went down.
I swirled it into my oatmeal. I took a bite. I didn’t think it could get much better…..UNTIL.
da Da DAAAAAAAAAAA <– notice how the capitals grow as the intensity of the sentence grows? 🙂
Cream. Cheese. Swirl.
WITH sweetsweet cinnamon protein oatmeal goodness.
I can’t even.
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Gluten Free Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats
Healthy Protein Powder Cookie Dough

Cinnamon Roll Protein Oatmeal
Start your day off with this protein oatmeal that tastes just like a healthy cinnamon roll! It's SO quick, easy, healthy and will keep you full until lunch!
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Rolled old fashioned oatmeal (GF if needed)
- 2 Tbsp Truvia or sweetener of choice to taste + more to sweeten the cream cheese
- 1 Cup water
- 1/4 tsp + 1/8 tsp Vanilla extract divided
- 2 Tbsp Vanilla Whey protein powder
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp Coconut sugar
- 4-5 tsp Water depending how thick your protein is
- 1 Tbsp Reduced-fat Cream cheese softened (I use the Philadelphia 2x Protein with Greek yogurt)
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine the oatmeal and Truvia.
- Add in the water and 1/4 tsp of the vanilla extract and bring to boil over medium/high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium/low and simmer until the oats are thick, stirring frequently. (About 5 minutes)
- Take the oatmeal off the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- While the oatmeal cool, stir together the protein powder, cinnamon and coconut sugar in a small bowl. Add in the water, 1 tsp at a time and stir to create a thick, but spreadable, paste....like what you would spread in a cinnamon bun. Set aside,
- In a separate small bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, and remaining 1/8 tsp of vanilla extract. Sweeten to taste.
- Add the cinnamon mixture and the cream cheese into the oatmeal and swirl around.
- DEVOUR.
Recipe Notes
*Brown sugar can be subbed if you do not coconut sugar. However, some people find brown sugar slightly sweeter than coconut sugar, so you may want to use a little bit less to suit your taste. 🙂

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Danielle @ Chits and Chats and Chocolate says
Yummmm!!! I eat oatmeal basically every day, but I may need to break my routine of always eating this chocolate oatmeal:
http://chitsandchatsandchocolate.blogspot.com/2014/06/chocolate-pudding-oatmeal.html
which I have had for breakfast every day for the past 27 thousand years (okay, maybe more like 2). Anyway, my point is, this looks amazing, and I need to try it ASAP, in other words, for breakfast today.
Taylor Kiser says
Hahaaha! I eat the same oatmeal a billion times too…we are creatures of habit!
Thanks Danielle, please let me know if you try it!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
I think this might just be one of my favorite recipes, too! Cinnamon oatmeal is the best! I love that you added cream cheese and protein powder. Sounds like it makes it so tasty! And I love the pretty swirls on top, too. What a great breakfast! Pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks Gayle!! I hope you have the best weekend ever!
CARLA says
OH YOU HAD ME AT GF!!!!!!
((sharing))
Taylor Kiser says
Haha! Thank you so much!
Amanda @ .running with spoons. says
Confession: working with yeast makes me all sorts of nervous, so I’ve only ever made cinnamon rolls ONCE and it was a totally stressful experience 😆 These oats, though? I think I could handle it. Gorgeous, delicious, and pinned! xox
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks Amanda! I definitely feel you on the yeast thang..and this is not that 😉
Sarah@Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Whoaaaa!! Hold the phone! Cinnamon roll, oatmeal, and protein all in one bowl?! Healthified, no less?! Uh, HECK YES. All that swirl-y action is pretty much making me swoon. 🙂 Pinned! And um yeah, weekend breakfast here I come.
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks girlfriend! I hope you LOVE it!
Julie @ Tastes of Lizzy T says
Not only is this oatmeal gorgeous, but that cinnamon drizzle on top makes me drool! 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you heaps Julie! TGIF
jennifer f says
That just might be the best looking, best sounding oatmeal ever and if I hadn’t just eaten breakfast, i’d make a bowl right now!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you Jennifer! I think I am going to have some too!
Melanie | Melanie Makes says
Gorgeous and protein packed? Another winning recipe for sure, Taylor!
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks girl!
Annie @ Annie's Noms says
OK, you’ve just made my new favourite breakfast. I’ve been having Cinnamon Raisin oats for the longest time (I’m obsessed with oats), but I must have these in my life NOW! Cinnamon rolls made healthy?! DIVINE!
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks lady! You will love this I think!
Katharine says
I was just sitting here thinking about what I should have for breakfast…..and here is your post! I tried it this morning and I must say….YUM!!!
I only did two things different: 1) I used brown sugar instead of stevia or coconut sugar. I may cut back on the sugar a bit next time because it was just a tad sweet for me. 2) I mixed the cream cheese in instead of drizzling it on top (I was impatient and it wasn’t soft enough). Next time I would definitely drizzle on top. The cream cheese made the oatmeal extra creamy, but I missed that distinct “cream cheese” bite you get when you eat a cinnamon roll….I’m sure you know what I mean! 🙂
This recipe is definitely a keeper!!!
Taylor Kiser says
YAY! I am so glad you like it! You’re right, typically brown sugar is sweeter than coconut sugar, I will make note of that!
Drizzling on top definitely makes a difference! Thanks for letting me know you tried it!
Katie+|+Healthy+Seasonal+Recipes says
I am so in love with this idea. My daughters eat oatmeal almost every morning, but the instant kind has soo much sugar. I love this is naturally sweetened, and totally agree about the lack of patience with the cinnamon roll thing.
Taylor Kiser says
Yay! I am so happy you like it, and I hope your girls do too! Thanks chica!
Matea says
I could probably eat oatmeal every single day for breakfast! Cream cheese swirl is such a delicious addition to this oatmeal!
Taylor Kiser says
Me too! And I do…sometimes even for lunch AND dinner!Thank you Matea!
Diane@aplanforcooking says
I’m always looking for ways to add variety to my daily breakfast. I love the idea of the cinnamon roll flavor. I’m looking forward to giving it a try.
Taylor Kiser says
Please let me know if you try it! Thanks Diane!
heather @french press says
I crown you queen of all the healthy foods that look delicious!! this is sheer brilliance, and I cannot wait to try it
Taylor Kiser says
Haha! Thank you Heather!
Shashi at Runninsrilankan says
I eat oats every morn and am getting bored of my nutbutter/chocolate/cinnamon topping – Thanks for giving my inspiration to change up my routine! I recently found dairy free cream cheese so I am all over that “Cream. Cheese. Swirl.”!!!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Taylor Kiser says
YAY! I am SO GLAD you found dairy free cream cheese, and I hope you love this! Thanks friend!
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says
Yum!!! I’ll have to try this out with vegan cream cheese!
Taylor Kiser says
I hope that you love it! Thanks Hannah!
Chris @ Shared Appetite says
This is a brilliant idea Taylor! Can’t wait to try this! For real… I’m totally trying this! Pinning 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
I totally just finished eating it for real 😉 Thanks Chris!
Cyndi @ My Kitchen Craze says
Taylor, this looks out of this world!! I am so making this for my hubby. He is sick of the same boring breakfast and this oatmeal is sure to jazz it up! Pinned. Have a wonderful weekend!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you for the love and pin! I hope ya’ll LURVE IT! Happy weekend!
Cailee says
YUM!! These look amazing! …all of these recipes! I love love LOVE oatmeal! I eat oat bran almost daily!! I love it so much! SO filling and nourishing and perfect for a chilling morning!
Taylor Kiser says
YES! I so agree! Oatmeal is always my go to because of the full and comforting factor! Thanks Cailee!
Caroline says
OMG! Literally trying this asap im obsessed with all things cinnamon roll-y (yet healthy). perfect!
Taylor Kiser says
ME TOO! If I could cinnamon roll ALL THE THINGS, I would! Thanks Caroline, please let me know if you try it!
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says
A healthy breakfast that tastes like a cinnamon roll sounds pretty fantastic!! My kids would love this, they adore oatmeal!
Taylor Kiser says
My husband loved it, which is the same thing right 😉 Thanks Stacey!
GiselleR @ Diary of an ExSloth says
So I need to a dairy-free alternative for cream cheese because I need this in my life!
Seriously, that became the #1 thing on my weekend to-do list o.O
Taylor Kiser says
A reader just commented that they found dairy free cream cheese! Maybe in the natural section of your grocery store?
Thanks!! I hope you find it so you can try it!
Arman @ thebigmansworld says
I love cinnamon roll oatmeal but my version has nothing on this- I never thought to add the protein powder as a frosting! Genius! Pinning and winning!
Taylor Kiser says
You know me and my protein addiction! Thanks Arman!
Susan | Simple Healthy Kitchen says
as luck would have it…i just happen to have all the ingredients! guess what I’m having for breakfast tomorrow! YUM!
Taylor Kiser says
YES! I hope that you love it, please let me know how you like it! 😀
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
Wow this looks really great! I cannot believe it’s so healthy 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much Medha! Happy weekend!
Sarah @ The Gold Lining Girl says
I always love a new oatmeal recipe since I eat it nearly every day! This looks more like dessert than oats, and that makes me sooooo delighted!!! Yum.
Taylor Kiser says
I eat it everyday. At least twice, usually 3-4 times. Clearly, I needed to switch it up 😉
Thanks chica!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
Aaaaand here is my new fav oatmeal, for sure! The more ways I can sneak cinnamon rolls into my daily eats, the better. Love this, Taylor!
Taylor Kiser says
I TOTALLY agree! Cinnamon roll all the things! Thanks Alyssa!
Rachel @ Bakerita says
Yesss I love oatmeal for breakfast but it gets so boring. This is SO not boring. Gimme all the cinnamon-y goodness. Your protein powder idea is genius, and now I know what tomorrow’s breakfast is. NOMMM.
Taylor Kiser says
I hope you love it girlfriend! Thank you Heaps! 😀
April @ Girl Gone Gourmet says
As a frequent breakfast-skipper I need quick and easy ideas – this sounds perfect for a cold morning!
Taylor Kiser says
Totally perfect for that…and there has been a lot of those lately 🙁 I hope you love it – thanks April!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
I just love how you’ve turned the flavours of a cinnamon roll into a healthy oatmeal. This dish just looks like the perfect way to start tomorrow off with – so I have to get my hands on the ingredients so I can make the recipe!
Taylor Kiser says
I hope you find the ingredients and that you love it! Happy weekend Thalia, and thank you!
Michelle { A Latte Food } says
Yes, this is great! I’m a huge oatmeal person and am always looking for new twists! Pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
Yay! Thanks for the love and pin Michelle!
Rachel @LittleChefBigAppetite says
I am literally eating oatmeal as I read this and yours looks SOOOOOO good. I already dump a ton of cinnamon into my oatmeal anyway, so why not turn it into a cinnamon bun!? You’re a genius.
Taylor Kiser says
I am eating oatmeal too! Yay! I hope you love this, thanks Rachel!
Jessica Pasternak says
Cinnamon buns are my favourite!! I love how you were able to to combined something I love with oatmeal for a great breakfast on a cold morning. I honesty love your emails, keep em coming!!
Taylor Kiser says
You totally just made my whole weekend Jessica! Thank you HEAPS! <3
Amy @ Thoroughly Nourished Life says
What a fancy bowl of healthy deliciousness for breakfast! All the tasty awesomeness of the most indulgent breakfast treat re-imagined for an everyday indulgence! Perfection 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you heaps Amy! Happy Monday!
Jenny says
Taylor – I just stumbled upon your blog…this might be on here somewhere, but for the sake of time, I will just ask 🙂
What kind of Vanilla protein powder do you recommend?
Thanks!
Taylor Kiser says
It’s not on here, so that is a good question! Glad to have you here!
My most favorite protein of ALL protein is Trutein. They make awesome flavours like pumpkin pie and lemon meringue pie! The vanilla is great too:
I buy it on bodybuilding.com because it’s cheaper: http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/body-nutrition/trutein.html
Hope that helps!
Crystal says
So super delicious!! We love cinnamon rolls so this will be a welcome treat. What kind of protein powder do you use? Thanks for the recipe!!
Taylor Kiser says
Hi Crystal! Thanks!! I ADORE Trutein by Body Nutrition (they make a mean Pumpkin pie and Lemon Meringue pie powder!) But they also make delicious normal flavours. I buy it on bodybuilding.com as it’s cheaper :http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/body-nutrition/trutein.html
I hope that helps!
Megan - The Emotional Baker says
What a gorgeous oatmeal, Taylor! No one could have a bad day if it started with this breakfast!
Taylor Kiser says
I am glad that you think that! Thanks Megan!
Farrah says
I can’t get over how amazing this looks. o_o Can’t wait to try it out! I wonder if it’d be too cinnamon-y if I were to use the cinnamon roll protein powder I have…
Taylor Kiser says
I totally have cinnamon roll protein powder too! But I haven’t tried it with it. I can’t guarantee, but I think it would be delicious! Thank you Farrah!
Barb @ A Life in Balance says
I cant way to try this! Oatmeal is my go-to breakfast.
Taylor Kiser says
You will LOVE it then Barb! Thanks so much!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
This is such a great idea, girl!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you chica! xoxo
Tammy says
That is a delicious looking bowl of oatmeal! Love it 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks heaps Tammmy!
GiGi Eats says
Oh man! If my mom “forced me” to eat this oatmeal when I was younger, it wouldn’t be very hard at all! lol
Taylor Kiser says
Haha! Thanks chica!
Jacqueline says
I put together the ingredients that I had on hand. I have been making great tasting yogurt in my Instant Pot 7-in-1 Pressure Cooker. I usually have oatmeal for breakfast but get hungry after only (2) hours I had some complete protein powder. After I tried your recipe, the usual (2) hours became (5) hours before I even thought of eating. Thank you so much.
Taylor Kiser says
I am so happy to hear this Jacqueline – and this is one of my favorite recipes! Thanks for letting me know! 🙂
Kevin | Keviniscooking says
This looks SO good!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you Kevin!
Ashley says
YUM! I love this. Is it okay if I feature this in an upcoming protein oatmeal roundup I’m doing?
Taylor Kiser says
Totally! Thank YOU