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Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats


  • Author: David

Ingredients

To create this delicious breakfast, gather the following ingredients:

  • Old-fashioned rolled oatsย โ€“ 1 cup
  • Milkย (or milk alternative like almond or oat milk) โ€“ 1 cup
  • Greek yogurtย (optional for creaminess) โ€“ 1/2 cup
  • Appleย (medium-sized, finely chopped) โ€“ 1
  • Ground cinnamonย โ€“ 1 teaspoon
  • Maple syrupย or honey (for sweetness) โ€“ 1 tablespoon
  • Chia seedsย (for added fiber and nutrition) โ€“ 1 tablespoon
  • Vanilla extractย โ€“ 1/2 teaspoon
  • Chopped walnutsย (for a crunchy topping) โ€“ 1/4 cup
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

Creating Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats is a simple and straightforward process. Follow these steps to make your perfect breakfast:

  1. Prepare the Mixing Bowl: Take a medium-sized mixing bowl and add the old-fashioned rolled oats.
  2. Add Liquids: Pour in the milk and Greek yogurt, stirring well to ensure the oats are fully submerged and will soak up the flavors overnight.
  3. Spice It Up: Add the ground cinnamon, a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, chia seeds, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
  4. Incorporate Apples: Fold in the finely chopped apple pieces, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture for bursts of freshness in every bite.
  5. Season: Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness and enhance the flavors of the oats and apples.
  6. Refrigerate: Transfer the mixture into a jar or airtight container, cover it tightly, and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
  7. Top and Serve: Before serving, sprinkle chopped walnuts on top for added crunch and flavor. You can also add a dash more cinnamon for garnish if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: one normal portion
  • Calories: 350
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g