If you’re craving the comforting flavours of apple pie but want something nutritious for breakfast, these Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats are for you. They’re creamy, cozy, and full of warm cinnamon flavour perfect for fall mornings or any time you need a quick and satisfying breakfast.
Ingredient Highlights
Oats: Provide slow-digesting carbs and fibre to keep you full and energized all morning.
Chia seeds: Help thicken the oats while adding fibre and healthy fats.
Applesauce: Adds natural sweetness, moisture, and that classic apple flavour.
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ⅔ cup milk of choice
- ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
- Dash of salt
Topping: extra applesauce and diced apples
Instructions
- In a jar or container, combine oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, maple syrup (if using), and salt.
- Stir in applesauce and milk until everything is well mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- In the morning, stir and top with a spoonful of applesauce before serving.
Storage
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add a splash of milk before serving if the mixture becomes too thick.
Variations
- Apple pie version: Add a sprinkle of nutmeg and top with crushed walnuts.
- Protein boost: Stir in your favourite vanilla protein powder.
- Chunky apple: Mix in small diced apple pieces instead of (or in addition to) applesauce.
FAQs: Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Steel-cut oats won’t soften enough overnight. Stick with rolled oats for the best texture.
Absolutely — it’ll make the oats even creamier and higher in protein.
Yes! It works great!
Recipe
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a jar or container, combine oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, maple syrup (if using), and salt.
- Stir in applesauce and milk until everything is well mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- In the morning, stir and top with a spoonful of applesauce before serving.
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