Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats (2024)

Start your day on a delicious note with these tasty Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats. This hearty and filling breakfast tastes like apple pie and is so easy to prep! It's the perfect choice for busy mornings.

Overnight oats have transformed mornings in my household! With just five minutes of prep the night before, I can have a nutritious breakfast ready for the entire week. Some of my favorite overnight oatmeal recipes are my high-protein overnight oats, blueberry overnight oats, and overnight oats for weight loss.

Now I'm excited to share this new healthy breakfast recipe with you- my Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats. This delicious and satisfying breakfast has the perfect blend of warm spices, crisp apples, and creamy oats that are reminiscent of apple pie.

You'll love waking up to a jar of wholesome goodness that not only tastes delicious but will also fillyou up and kick-start your day!

What Are Overnight Oats?

Overnight oats are ano-cook method of preparing oatmealthat involvessoaking rolled oats in liquid (such as milk, yogurt, or water) overnight in the refrigerator. As the oats absorb the liquid, they soften, creating a creamy and delicious breakfast dish that's ready and waiting for you the next morning.

You can make overnight oats in a bowl, Tupperware or a jar like amason jar or these overnight oats containers. Just stir all your ingredients together in the mason jar and eat it directly out of the container in the morning.

Ingredients

Ingredient notes and substitutions. See recipe card at the end of the post for full recipe details.

• Oats- useold-fashioned oats, also known asrolled oats, not steel-cut oats, quick oats or instant oats; use certified gluten-free oats to keep this recipe gluten free
• Milk- I like to use almond milk but you can use any milk of your choice including dairy milk or non-dairy milk like oat milk or soy milk
• Greek yogurt- adds a creamy texture and a boost of protein; I use plain or vanilla Greek yogurt; you can substitute dairy-free yogurt like coconut milk yogurt or leave it out altogether
• Chia seeds- soak up the liquid overnight and plump up; these nutritional powerhouses are packed with nutrients and keep you feeling full and satisfied. Read my post about the nutritional benefits ofchia seeds.
• Apples- use your favorite fresh apples- I love honey crisp or fuji apples; I dice my apple but you can also grate the apple if you prefer.
• Cinnamon- this warm spice is the perfect pairing with apples; you can add other spices like ginger, cardamom, or apple pie spice
• Vanilla extract- adds a boost of flavor; you can try other extracts like almond extract
• Maple syrup- I add a touch of pure maple syrup for a hint of sweetness; you can substitute any sweetener of your choice like honey or monk fruit sweetener, or leave it out altogether

How To Make Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats Step-By-Step

See recipe card at the end of the post for full recipe details.

• Step 1- In a mason jar, bowl, or Tupperware, whisk the almond milk, Greek yogurt, cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup together. If prepping multiple servings, mix the ingredients together in a large bowl.
• Step 2- Add the oats, chopped apples, chia seeds, and any additional add-ins (like peanut butter or protein powder) and stir to combine well.
• Step 3- Seal the jar or container and refrigerate overnight. If prepping multiple servings, you can cover the bowl with plastic wrap and store it in the fridge or portion the oat mixture into individual servings before storing.
• Step 4- The next day, give it a good stir and add a splash or milk to loosen it up if desired. Top with extra apples, cinnamon, and any other desired toppings like chopped nuts and/or a drizzle of peanut butter.

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I love these colorful overnight oats containers that come with long spoons and are perfect to take on the go!

Recipe Variations

One of the best things about this apple cinnamon overnight oats recipe is that it's endlessly customizable! You can stir additional ingredients into the basic overnight oats recipe or sprinkle on your favorite toppings in the morning. My favorite combo is topping my oats with diced apple, cinnamon, chopped pecans, and a drizzle of peanut butter.

Here are some ideas for add-ins and toppings:

• Nut butter- stir a tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter into the oats or drizzle it on top; it adds a boost of flavor and protein
• Protein powder- stir a scoop of protein powder into the oats for even more protein. Use a protein powder that you like the taste of.
• Chopped nuts or seeds-top your oats with nuts chopped walnuts, pecans or almondsfor a delightful crunch
• Seeds-sprinkle on somepumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flaxseed or granola.
• Fruit- top your oats with diced apple or other fresh fruit like blueberries or sliced banana
• Spices- sprinkle on some extra cinnamon or try other spices like ginger, cardamom or apple pie spice

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