This easy Cinnamon Apple Crisp Overnight Oats recipe is a simple and delicious way to start the day. It makes a perfect fall breakfast option, it's ready in under 10 minutes and great for meal prep during a busy week.
Sometimes mornings can be a little hectic and many times we end up skipping breakfast all together because we are simply too rushed. But with a little meal prepping, in less than 5 minutes you can make a serving of this cinnamon apple crisp overnight oats to have a delicious and easy breakfast ready for you the next morning.
If you love my blueberry overnight oats recipe, you’re going to love these healthy vegan apple overnight oats! Made with simple and healthy ingredients, these oats will leave you feeling full all morning long. They are a great option for a weekly meal prep and it’s so versatile, you can even take them on-the-go for those busy mornings! It’s perfect for the fall season with a classic apple pie flavor from the warm spices, apples and ground cinnamon. If you’re more of a pumpkin lover, try this pumpkin pie overnight oats recipe.
What are Overnight Oats?
Overnight oat recipes are made through the process of soaking raw oats in a liquid, typically milk, overnight until all of the moisture is absorbed by the oats and ready to eat. You can add a variety of different ingredients to the oats such as nuts, fruits, sweeteners and spices.
Overnight Oats Benefits
Oats have numerous health benefits and have become a popular breakfast option for many people. But are overnight oats healthy? Some may argue that eating oatmeal is just as bad as eating cereal in that it lacks nutritional value to be considered a healthy breakfast.
Overnight oats can be considered healthy since oatmeal can provide many benefits including lowering cholesterol and improving blood sugar regulation. Since oats are high in fiber it helps keep you full between meals and it also provides plenty of whole grains, protein, antioxidants and more.
Ingredients You Will Need
To make these oats with apples you will need the following ingredients:
- Old-fashioned rolled oats - For best results, use rolled oats instead of instant oats or quick-cooking oats because they will soak up the liquid without becoming too soggy. I like using Bob’s Red Mill rolled oats.
- Ground flaxseed - a good source of dietary fiber and omega-3 fatty acids
- Chia seeds - for added antioxidants, minerals, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. They will also help to soak up liquid and make the oats even creamier, like chia pudding.
- Coconut Sugar - a healthy sugar alternative for these cookies without brown sugar. Coconut sugar tastes very similar to brown sugar, with nutty and caramel flavors and it has a low glycemic index.
- Coconut Oil - a good source of antioxidants
- Vanilla extract - to add a hint of vanilla to each bite
- Cinnamon - for some warm spice
- Maple Syrup - make sure to use pure maple syrup.
- Salt - just a pinch!
- Almond milk - this recipe uses unsweetened almond milk however you can also use any milk you prefer.
- Apples - but of course! You will need ¾ cup of honey crisp apples.
How to Make the Apple Crisp Overnight Oats
Cinnamon Apple Topping
- Pour the coconut oil into a small pan over medium heat.
- Add in the chopped apples, ground cinnamon, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla extract and salt.
- Saute until the apples are softened (3 - 5 minutes).
- Remove from the heat and set aside.
Overnight Oats
- Add the old fashioned oats, chia seeds, flax seeds, maple syrup and ground cinnamon into a large jar or container.
- Pour in the vanilla extract and almond milk. Mix together until combined.
- Add the cinnamon apple mixture on top of the overnight oats. You can also add the cinnamon apple mixture layered in between the oats if preferred.
- Cover the jar or airtight container with the lid and place it in the fridge for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight until you're ready to eat breakfast the next day.
Substitutes and Variations
- Rolled Oats - use gluten-free oats if preferred.
- Brown Sugar - instead of coconut sugar.
- Butter - instead of coconut oil.
- Sweetener - honey or agave in substitute for the maple syrup.
- Spices - you can also use apple pie spice as a substitute for the cinnamon.
- Milk - any non-dairy milk, like cashew, soy or oat milk is great or dairy milk if preferred.
- Apples - this recipe uses Honeycrisp apples but you can use any type of apples you prefer. Pink Lady or Gala apples are also great options. Granny Smith apples will give you a more tart flavor rather than sweet.
- Protein - get extra grams of protein by adding 1 - 2 tablespoons of your favorite protein powder to make apple pie protein oats. You may need to add an extra splash of milk to compensate for the extra dry ingredient.
- Add-Ins - chop and sprinkle in your favorite nuts like pecans or walnuts for some crunch. Raisins also make a great addition for sweetness, regular raisins or golden raisins or even chopped dates.
Recipe FAQ
The one and only secret is to make the oats in advance. I can’t tell you how many times I forgot to meal prep overnight oats and in the morning the liquid did not have enough time to soak into the oats. The oatmeal needs at least 6 hours to soak before eating.
Yes. I’ve replaced the rolled oats with quick oats when I forgot to make the oats the night before. By using quick oats this lessens the time needed for the oats to soak in the liquid and you will not need to use as much liquid. Let the oatmeal sit for about an hour and it’s good to go. The texture will be slightly different, but the flavor will be just as good.
Overnight oats can be stored, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
I’ve found that using a mason jar works best for an overnight oats recipe. It seals the oats in and keeps them fresh until you’re ready to eat them.
The best size jar depends on how much you want to make. The size jar that I used for this recipe was 4 ounces. If you double this recipe you’ll definitely need a bigger size jar.
To make your overnight oats with a little extra protein, you can substitute the ground flax seed with the protein powder or you can simply add in about 1 tablespoon of protein powder with a little extra milk.
I’ve never frozen overnight oats. The oats are best kept in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Yes, using frozen fruit in overnight oats can be a great alternative to fresh fruit.
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Ingredients
Cinnamon Apple Topping
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 3/4 cup apples diced into bite-size pieces. optional to peel the skin
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
- 2 teaspoon coconut sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
Overnight Oats
- 2/3 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground flax seed
- 1/2 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened plain almond milk or any dairy-free milk
Instructions
Cinnamon Apple Topping
- Add the coconut oil into a small pan over medium heat..
- Once the coconut oil is hot, add in the diced apples, ground cinnamon, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla extract and salt.
- Saute until the apples are softened (3 - 5 minutes).
- Remove from the heat and set aside.
Overnight Oats
- Pour in the vanilla extract and almond milk. Mix together until combined.
- Add the cinnamon apples on top. You can also add the cinnamon apple mixture layered in between the oats if preferred.
- Cover the jar and place it in the fridge for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight until you're ready to eat breakfast.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
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