If you’re craving the comforting flavors of apple pie but looking for something a bit healthier, try this recipe! These Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats bring the warmth of fall into a jar, offering a delicious, nutritious start to your day. With the sweetness of cooked apples, the crunch of pumpkin seeds, and the heartiness of oats and chia seeds, this easy-to-make breakfast will keep you full and satisfied until your next meal.
Why You’ll Love Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
- Nutritious and Filling: Packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, these oats will keep you full and energized.
- Tastes Like Dessert: All the flavors of apple pie without the guilt—perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings.
- Easy to Make: Prepare ahead of time for a quick, grab-and-go breakfast in the morning.
What Are Overnight Oats?
Overnight oats are simply oats soaked in liquid (milk) overnight, so they soften without needing to be cooked. This method makes for a convenient, no-cook breakfast that’s ready whenever you are. You can customize with your favorite toppings and flavors to keep breakfast interesting.
Do You Have to Eat Overnight Oats Cold?
Not a fan of cold oats? No problem! Simply heat your overnight oats in the microwave for a warm, comforting breakfast. Warm overnight oats are my preferred way to start the day during the colder months.
How Long Do Overnight Oats Keep in the Fridge?
Overnight oats can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making them perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Apple Topping:
- Oil: Use a neutral-flavored oil like avocado, grapeseed, or canola oil.
- Apple: Diced into small cubes for a sweet, tender topping.
- Cinnamon: Brings that classic apple pie flavor.
- Brown sugar: Adds a caramel-like depth with a hint of molasses.
- Water: Helps create a slight saucy texture and prevents the sugar from burning.
- Toasted pumpkin seeds: Adds a satisfying crunch and pairs well with the apple.
For the Oats:
- Old-fashioned oats (rolled oats): Use organic, glyphosate-free oats if possible.
- Chia seeds: Packed with protein, fiber, and essential minerals.
- Milk: Use any dairy or non-dairy milk of your choice.
- Plain yogurt: Adds a slight tartness and creamy texture.
- Maple syrup: Naturally sweetens the oats; honey or agave syrup works too.
- Cinnamon: For those warm, woody, Fall notes with a hint of spice.
- Vanilla: Offers a mild floral flavor with a subtle sweetness.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavors of the dish.
How to Make Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Cook the Apples: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and add the oil. Once hot, add the chopped apples and sauté until they start to soften, about 4 minutes. If you prefer a softer texture, cook them a bit longer. Stir in the cinnamon, brown sugar, and water, then cook for an additional 3 minutes until the mixture is slightly saucy and the sugars have fully melted. Saute continuously to keep things moving and prevent the sugars from burning. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Prepare the Oats: In a large bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, milk, yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed. If you like, you can divide the mixture into individual serving containers or jars for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
Assemble the Oats: Once the oats are portioned out, top each serving with the cooled, cooked apples. Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds for added crunch if desired.
Refrigerate: Cover the oats and refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the oats to soften.
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These Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats are a cozy, satisfying way to enjoy the flavors of fall every morning. Whether you eat them straight from the fridge or warm them up, they’re sure to become a breakfast favorite!
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Ingredients
FOR THE APPLE TOPPING
- 2 tsp oil
- 1 large apple diced into small cubes (about 2 cups)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 3 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp water
- 2 tsp toasted pumpkin seeds
FOR THE OATS
- 2 cups old fashioned oats also called rolled oats
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Heat skillet under medium-low heat and add oil.
- Add chopped apples and saute until the apples have softened (about 4 minutes or longer if you desire an even softer apple texture).
- Add the cinnamon, brown sugar, and water and mix for an additional 3 minutes.
- Take off the heat and allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the overnight oats: oats, chia seeds, milk, yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
- Mix and add into individual serving size containers/jars if desired.
- Top the oats with the cooked apples and sprinkle with pumpkin seeds* (optional).
- Refrigerate and allow to set overnight or for at least 8 hours.
