Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal Squares
Enjoy the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls in a quick and delicious baked oatmeal square, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the swirl:
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Whisk together the rolled oats, baking powder, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- Beat the egg in a separate bowl. Stir in the milk, maple syrup (or honey), melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
- Pour half of the oatmeal mixture into the greased baking dish.
- Mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and ½ teaspoon of cinnamon in a small bowl for the swirl. Sprinkle half of this over the oatmeal layer.
- Layer with the remaining oatmeal mixture, then sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon-sugar blend on top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the squares are set and lightly golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Notes
These squares can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for long-term storage.