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Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal Squares

Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal Squares Recipe

Olivia Brooks
Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal Squares combine oats, butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar for a sweet, hearty breakfast treat everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 8x8 or 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons.
  • Spatula
  • Knife for slicing
  • Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl (for glaze)

Ingredients
  

For the Oatmeal Base:

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional toppings:

  • Chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Additional cinnamon sugar sprinkle

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease your baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4: Make the Batter

  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined. The batter will be thick but scoopable.

Step 5: Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Stir until smooth.

Step 6: Assemble the Squares

  • Spread half of the oatmeal batter evenly in the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl mixture on top and gently swirl with a knife or skewer. Spread the remaining oatmeal batter over the top and lightly swirl again for a marbled effect.

Step 7: Bake

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8: Prepare the Glaze

  • While the oatmeal is baking, whisk together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 9: Glaze and Serve

  • Once baked, allow the oatmeal squares to cool for 5–10 minutes. Drizzle with the cream cheese glaze. Slice into squares and serve warm.
  • Optional: Sprinkle with chopped nuts or extra cinnamon sugar for added texture and flavor.
Keyword Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal Squares