This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Van's International Foods. The opinions and text are all mine.
Just the easy breakfast recipe you need to start your day right! Cinnamon Crunch Oatmeal that tastes decadent, is gluten free & vegan, made with whole grains, and has a fun sweet crunch!
Really though, if it were up to me, breakfast would be the only meal allowed 😉 I live by the old saying, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day," wholeheartedly! Since I do most of my workouts right when I wake-up, I am ravenous by breakfast time. Breakfast has to be filling and wholesome, plus it needs to be carb-focused and sweet! I'll never be a savory breakfast girl, as you know, and I always needs some sweetness to satisfy my taste buds in the morning. There is no other way to get me to start the day off right!
I also love some texture and crunch. That's why you never see me with a smoothie in my hand. I'll take some cereal and an unripe pear, thank you very much! I even wait to have my morning coffee until about 10-11 am. Maybe it's because I chug 24 ounces of water before breakfast that turns me off to any more liquids for a while! Whatever works, right? We all have our breakfast quirks! But I think that just adds to the charm and magic of breakfast and why I love it so much!
Of course, I want to start my day fun, but also nutritious and delicious! Luckily Van's Foods has some fabulous gluten-free products to bring all that together! Like the Cinnamon Heaven Cereal I got at my local Meijer (try it yourself with this $1.00 off coupon!) It's made with wholegrain gluten-free oats, brown rice, millet, quinoa, and amaranth (plus that hefty dose of cinnamon!) I didn't want to just have a bowl of cereal though; breakfast should be fun, but nutritious, and easy to make. If you tend to skip breakfast, you're losing out on your morning fuel for productivity!
I have you covered with this recipe! You won't be leaving here without a great new gluten-free breakfast to try that's fun, delicious, simple, and wholesome. It's just what you need in the morning to get out the door and knock down those daily tasks with focus and motivation! This is great for kids and adults! Cinnamon CRUNCH Oatmeal! The name and flavor gives it a kid-approved seal, while the wholesome nutrition gets a thumbs up from parents and adults. But really, who turns down a warm cozy breakfast porridge in the winter? No one!
Cinnamon Crunch Oatmeal
Cinnamon Crunch Oatmeal
Just the breakfast recipe you need to start your day right! Cinnamon Crunch Oatmeal that tastes decadent, but is healthy, whole grain, and has a fun sweet crunch! This easy single-serve oatmeal is gluten-free, allergy-free, and vegan!
- Cook Time: 2 mins
- Total Time: 2 mins
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- ½ Cup Gluten-Free Quick Oats
- 1 Cup Non-Dairy Milk
- 2 TB Unsweetened Applesauce
- ½ Tsp Cinnamon
- ¼ Tsp Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract
- Add Ins:
- ¼ Cup + 2 TB Cinnamon Heaven Gluten-Free Cereal
- 2 Tsp Date Syrup
Instructions
- In a microwave safe bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Mix and cook for 2-3 minutes depending on your microwave instructions.
- Remove the bowl and add in ¼ cup of the cereal, mix, and then top the bowl with the last 2 tablespoons of cereal and drizzle on the date syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
I think this deserves a very big "GOOD MORNING"! Everything you want and nothing you don't. I'm telling you, anything with cinnamon (my obsession) and cereal (my other obsession) will give you magic powers for the day! I've also said before that I should turn gluten-free/allergy-free food blog into a gluten-free/allergy-free BREAKFAST food blog...and that may just happen one day 😉 Until then, I've always got your back if you need some breakfast inspiration to fuel your day!
So tell me:
+ What's your current favorite breakfast? Mine comes in waves...it's always changing!
+ If you don't eat breakfast, why is that?
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Lindsay @ The DIY Mommy
Looks so yummy!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Bethany
It looks so good!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you dear!
Miz Helen
Your Cinnamon Crunch Oatmeal looks fantastic!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Nikki
This is a perfect way to start the day. Heading to Meijer later, this will be in my cart! Thanks.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Perfect! Enjoy!
kimmythevegan
One of the things I miss from before going gluten-free was crunchy cereal. I love crunchy things. And like you, I have a good workout in the morning, so by the time breakfast rolls around, I need some sustenance! I stopped going down the cereal aisle as I just assumed I wouldn't find vegan & gluten-free cereal - I'll have to give this a try.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That's hard to believe.
Calypso in the Country
Looks great - I eat breakfast every single day and am always looking for creative, new things besides my old standbys like oatmeal and fruit.
Shelley
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you give this one a go!
Sara @ finditfixitorbuildit.com
Oooh, this looks really good! Always happy to find a great gluten-free recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Marla
HI Rebecca.
I agree that breakfast is definitely an the most important meal of the day and eating a healthy one such as this recipe you have provided sure would start your day out with a boost.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Serena {Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch}
What a great way to start the day! Love Cinnamon Crunch and Oatmeal!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Anjali @ Vegetarian Gastronomy
i grew up having cinnamon toast crunch, so this totally reminds me of that! Great recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Fantastic!
Amy
I never thought of adding cereal as a topping, but I know I'd love that added crunch!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A little crunch always makes things better 😉
jules
I love your twist!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Cristina
You had me at cinnamon. I just love everything with cinnamon. This is a perfect way to start a good day!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, me too!
fabiola@notjustbaked
Love the combo and this cereal!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Alisa @ Go Dairy Free
I actually need a new favorite breakfast and this could be it! I've never thought to put cereal on oatmeal - what a great textural idea.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, no more decision fatigue!
Jenni
I've never thought about putting cereal on my oatmeal, but I bet this is delicious and delivers a real fun crunch!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Gotta have them both!
Uma Srinivas
Perfect way to start a day. love this kind of breakfast!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is! Thank you!
Megan @ MegUnprocessed
Fantastic! Definitely a fabulous way to start the day!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
A Narrow-Minded Woman
Oh my! This looks delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Megan
I do not have enough breakfast recipes. Thanks!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
No one ever can!
Emily | OatandSesame
As a kid, cinnamon toast crunch was my favorite. I don't eat that sugary stuff now, but this could be a game changer!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, I don't think I ever really had that cereal actually 😛
Lauren
That drizzle!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yea, sure.
Elinor Kugler
Wow! I love the tasty combination! Will have to try it sometime. Thanks for the recipe 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you enjoy!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite
Love cinnamon and crunch and oatmeal!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Win, win, win!
Casey the College Celiac
Date syrup + cinnamon cereal!?! YES PLEASE!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, seemed the best option!
Laura @PetiteAllergyTreats
I love the combination of wholesome oatmeal and crunchy gluten free cereal!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Amanda
This looks delicious, currently one of my breakfast cravings is oatmeal, so this will be perfect! Love the crunchy aspect!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Porridge is always good!
Courtney
This looks like exactly my kind of breakfast-- love the mix of textures!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Gotta keep things interesting!
Laura | Wandercooks
Yum this sounds like a deliciously crunchy way to start the day!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes, thank you!
Platter Talk
This is one of the tastiest, easiest, special breakfast's that I have found!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well, thank you!
Chandice Probst
This looks like a great and delicious way to start the day. Yay for nostalgia in a healthy way!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yea, thanks, Chandice!
Alexa
Don't let me sit down alone with a bowl of these. Thank you for the Van's coupon!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha 😉
rachel @ Athletic Avocado
Oatmeal is ALWAYS my breakfast of choice so you know I'm all about this cinnamon beauty! First things first, I need to find that cereal!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes!! It is a good one!
Kelly
I always try and get some cinnamon in my diet every day, and this is a fabulous way to get it out of the gate!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
There can never be too much 😉
Aish Das-Padihari
I'm not a fan of cinnamon but you got me at glutton free. I'm trying more and more glutton free recipes these days and loving them.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
How can you not like cinnamon!? And it's gluten.
Pretty Patel
I have been looking for a gluten-free cereal, this one looks great, thanks for sharing.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This one is simple and delicious!
Leigh Suznovich
I am a huge breakfast person and I love that cereal!! Can't wait to make this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Perfect! Breakfast is the best!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day
I love Van's waffles, but I haven't tried their cereal. Looks delicious in your recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Their cereals are delish!
Chrystal @ Gluten-Free Palate
I didn't know Vans made a cinnamon cereal. Can't wait to find it.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Where have you been? Haha! It's your gluten-free duty to try it!
Elizabeth DiBurro
What a great idea to add a little crunch to oatmeal! Can't wait to try it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Gotta have that crunch to start the day!
Emily @ Recipes to Nourish
My husband would love this! Such a fun idea as oatmeal!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, alright, thanks!
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition
I always have the same thing for breakfast during the week but this cereal looks tasty, I'll have to give it a try!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Time to change up breakfast!
Erin LFF
Sounds/looks absolutely delicious! Just pinned this 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you so much!
Sarah @ Accidentally Crunchy
I miss cinnamon so much (my son is allergic to it!)
Love that you mix applesauce into your oats! Totally going to try that.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That is a tragedy!
Sarah @ Accidentally Crunchy
I know, right?
Nicole Dawson
Van's Cinnamon Crunch is one of our favorites here. I've never used it on oatmeal, but I have added it to my So Delicious yogurt.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is so delightfully cinnamony!
Jessie @ Just Jessie
Oh my gosh, this is two of my boyfriend's favorite things! He's going to love this. 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, I KNOW he will 😉
Kate
This is such a great idea. It's the best of both worlds 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes it is! 😉
Megan at Lush to Blush
This sounds sooo yummy! I love cinnamon!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is the best 🙂 Thank you!
Kathy Hester
What a clever idea!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Linda @ Veganosity
I'm loving the crunchy and textures of this delicious breakfast bowl. And cinnamon! So good.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes, thank you!
angela @ happy fit mama
I'm like you - give me all the cinnamon and cereal! This definitely fits my taste buds. And not eat breakfast? Never!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, yes! A cinnamony cerealy breakfast is a MUST!
Karlie
This looks amazing! Definitely making!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you enjoy!