Apple Pie Overnight Oats Recipe – Easy and Tasty

Apple Pie Overnight Oats Recipe from Cousin Mike’s kitchen to yours

This Apple Pie Overnight oats recipe is a great way to food prep a healthy breakfast. Just mix up the ingredients at night before you go to bed and you’ll have a tasty and nutricious breaksfast ready when you wake up. I like to portion the batch into 4-5 individual mason jars, cover and place them in the fridge.

This easy Apple Pie Overnight Oats recipe is a great breakfast option but also makes a tasky desert alternative as well.

Quick answer: These apple pie overnight oats take about 5 minutes to stir together at night. Combine the oats, almond milk, applesauce, and warm spices, chill overnight, and wake up to a ready-made breakfast. Makes about 4 servings.

Apple pie overnight oats layered in a mason jar with a spoon on a wooden kitchen table

Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Creamy, make-ahead overnight oats that taste just like apple pie — only 5 minutes of prep at night and breakfast is ready by morning.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of your choice
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped apple
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, applesauce, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, and mix thoroughly.
  2. Stir in the chopped apple and pecans.
  3. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 4 hours.
  4. In the morning, give the oats a stir and add a splash more milk if you’d like them looser.
  5. Spoon into bowls or jars and enjoy.

Apple Pie Overnight Oats Recipe

Optional: If you want to make it even more like an apple pie, you could also add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the oat mixture before refrigerating, and top your oats with a dollop of whipped cream before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do overnight oats last in the fridge?

They keep well for up to 5 days in an airtight container, which makes them perfect for meal prep. Just give them a stir before eating.

Can I eat overnight oats warm?

Yes. They’re made to be eaten cold, but you can microwave a portion for 30-60 seconds if you prefer them warm.

Do I have to use rolled oats?

Rolled (old-fashioned) oats work best. Steel-cut oats stay too chewy, and quick oats can turn a little mushy.

Can I make these dairy-free?

Absolutely — they already use almond milk. Any unsweetened plant milk works one-for-one.

Haven’t tried overnight oats before? Not sure what overnight oats are?

Apples on a kitchen counter

Overnight oats are a popular and nutritious breakfast option that involves soaking raw oats in liquid (such as milk or yogurt) overnight. Here are some potential benefits of incorporating overnight oats into your diet:

  1. Convenience: Overnight oats are quick and easy to prepare, as they can be made ahead of time and require no cooking.
  2. Nutritious: Oats are a good source of fiber, which can help you feel fuller for longer and aid in digestion. They also contain important vitamins and minerals like iron, magnesium, and zinc.
  3. Versatile: Overnight oats can be customized to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs. You can add a variety of toppings such as fruits, nuts, seeds, or sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.
  4. Satisfying: The combination of fiber and protein from the oats and milk or yogurt can help keep you feeling full and satisfied until your next meal.
  5. Can aid in weight management: The high fiber content in oats can help regulate blood sugar levels, which can contribute to weight management.
  6. May help lower cholesterol: Oats contain beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that has been shown to help lower cholesterol levels in the blood.

Overall, overnight oats can be a healthy and convenient breakfast option that provides a variety of potential benefits for your health and wellbeing.

Want some more Overnight Oat recipe inspiration? Try some of these variations to mix it up.

Overnight oats in a jar on a kitchen counter

Here are some popular overnight oats recipes that you might enjoy:

  1. Basic Overnight Oats: Combine 1/2 cup of rolled oats with 1/2 cup of milk (or yogurt) in a jar or container. Add your favorite toppings, such as fruit, nuts, or seeds, and let it sit in the fridge overnight.
  2. Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats: Mash half a banana and mix it with 1/4 cup of peanut butter, 1/2 cup of rolled oats, and 1/2 cup of milk (or yogurt). Add a pinch of cinnamon and let it sit in the fridge overnight. In the morning, top with additional banana slices and a drizzle of honey.
  3. Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats: Combine 1/2 cup of rolled oats with 1/2 cup of milk (or yogurt), 1/4 cup of grated apple, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, and a pinch of cinnamon. Let it sit in the fridge overnight and top with additional grated apple and chopped nuts in the morning.
  4. Chocolate Cherry Overnight Oats: Combine 1/2 cup of rolled oats with 1/2 cup of milk (or yogurt), 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, and 1/4 cup of chopped cherries. Let it sit in the fridge overnight and top with additional cherries and chocolate chips in the morning.
  5. Blueberry Almond Overnight Oats: Combine 1/2 cup of rolled oats with 1/2 cup of almond milk, 1/4 cup of fresh blueberries, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Let it sit in the fridge overnight and top with additional blueberries and sliced almonds in the morning.

These recipes are just a few examples of the many variations you can create with overnight oats. Feel free to experiment with different flavors and toppings to find your favorite combination.

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