Apple Pie Overnight Oats – Cozy, Creamy and Naturally Sweet

🎉 Introduction

Apple Pie Overnight Oats bring all the warm, comforting flavors of classic apple pie into a no-cook, make-ahead breakfast. With tender cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy oats, and a touch of vanilla, this recipe tastes like dessert but fuels your morning with wholesome ingredients.

It’s perfect for busy weekdays, meal prep, or anyone who loves cozy fall flavors year-round—without turning on the oven.

Perfect for:

• Make-ahead breakfasts
• Meal prep
• Cozy, spiced flavors
• Naturally sweet mornings

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Small saucepan (for apples)
• Bowl or mason jar
• Spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Airtight container (if not using a jar)

🛒 Ingredients

For the apples:

• 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon water

For the overnight oats:

• ½ cup rolled oats
• ½ cup milk (any type)
• 1 tablespoon yogurt
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Optional toppings:

• Chopped nuts
• Extra apple slices
• A sprinkle of cinnamon

These ingredients create creamy oats with warm apple pie flavor and perfect texture.

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1:
Add the diced apple, maple syrup, cinnamon, and water to a small saucepan.

Step 2:
Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and lightly caramelized.

Step 3:
Remove from heat and let the apples cool slightly.

Step 4:
In a bowl or mason jar, add the rolled oats, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt.

Step 5:
Pour in the milk, add the yogurt and vanilla extract, and stir to combine.

Step 6:
Fold in the cooked apples and mix well.

Step 7:
Cover the bowl or seal the jar tightly.

Step 8:
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until the oats soften and thicken.

Step 9:
Before serving, stir well and add a splash of milk if needed.

Serve chilled, with optional toppings if desired.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 1
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 7 minutes
• Chill Time: 4 hours or overnight
• Total Time: About 4 hours 20 minutes

Perfect for grab-and-go mornings.

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Storage:

• Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days

Serving options:

• Enjoy cold
• Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating

No reheating required.

🥄 Variations

• Extra protein: Add more yogurt or a spoon of protein powder
• Nutty flavor: Add chopped walnuts or pecans
• Spice blend: Add nutmeg or allspice
• Sweeter oats: Add a little more maple syrup
• Creamier texture: Use more milk

Each variation keeps the oats comforting, balanced, and customizable.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Do these really taste like apple pie?
   Yes—cinnamon apples give that classic flavor.
2. Can I use raw apples?
   Yes, but cooking them gives better texture.
3. Are overnight oats healthy?
   Yes, they’re filling and balanced.
4. Can I skip yogurt?
   Yes, but it adds creaminess.
5. Are chia seeds required?
   No, but they help thicken the oats.
6. Is this kid-friendly?
   Absolutely—mild and naturally sweet.
7. Can I double the recipe?
   Yes, perfect for meal prep.
8. What apples work best?
   Any crisp apple works well.
9. Will oats get mushy?
   No, they become creamy when chilled properly.
10. Can I eat them warm?
    Yes, gently warm if preferred.

🏁 Conclusion

Apple Pie Overnight Oats are a comforting, flavorful way to start your day without any morning cooking. Creamy oats, warm spices, and tender apples come together for a breakfast that feels indulgent yet nourishing.

If you love cozy flavors and easy mornings, this recipe is a must-try.

Adam

Apple Pie Overnight Oats – Cozy, Creamy and Naturally Sweet

Apple Pie Overnight Oats bring all the warm, comforting flavors of classic apple pie into a no-cook, make-ahead breakfast. With tender cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy oats, and a touch of vanilla, this recipe tastes like dessert but fuels your morning with wholesome ingredients. It’s perfect for busy weekdays, meal prep, or anyone who loves cozy fall flavors year-round—without turning on the oven. Perfect for: Make-ahead breakfasts Meal prep Cozy, spiced flavors Naturally sweet mornings

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 7 minutes mins

chill time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 17 minutes mins

Servings: 1 servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the apples:

• 1 medium apple peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon water

For the overnight oats:

• ½ cup rolled oats
• ½ cup milk any type
• 1 tablespoon yogurt
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Optional toppings:

• Chopped nuts
• Extra apple slices
• A sprinkle of cinnamon
• These ingredients create creamy oats with warm apple pie flavor and perfect texture.

Equipment

• Small saucepan (for apples)
• Bowl or mason jar
• Spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Airtight container (if not using a jar)

Method

 

Step 1:

1. Add the diced apple, maple syrup, cinnamon, and water to a small saucepan.

Step 2:

1. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and lightly caramelized.

Step 3:

1. Remove from heat and let the apples cool slightly.

Step 4:

1. In a bowl or mason jar, add the rolled oats, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt.

Step 5:

1. Pour in the milk, add the yogurt and vanilla extract, and stir to combine.

Step 6:

1. Fold in the cooked apples and mix well.

Step 7:

1. Cover the bowl or seal the jar tightly.

Step 8:

1. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until the oats soften and thicken.

Step 9:

1. Before serving, stir well and add a splash of milk if needed.
2. Serve chilled, with optional toppings if desired.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Storage:

Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days

Serving options:

Enjoy cold

Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating

No reheating required.

🥄 Variations

Extra protein: Add more yogurt or a spoon of protein powder

Nutty flavor: Add chopped walnuts or pecans

Spice blend: Add nutmeg or allspice

Sweeter oats: Add a little more maple syrup

Creamier texture: Use more milk

Each variation keeps the oats comforting, balanced, and customizable.

❓ 10 FAQs

Do these really taste like apple pie?
Yes—cinnamon apples give that classic flavor.

Can I use raw apples?
Yes, but cooking them gives better texture.

Are overnight oats healthy?
Yes, they’re filling and balanced.

Can I skip yogurt?
Yes, but it adds creaminess.

Are chia seeds required?
No, but they help thicken the oats.

Is this kid-friendly?
Absolutely—mild and naturally sweet.

Can I double the recipe?
Yes, perfect for meal prep.

What apples work best?
Any crisp apple works well.

Will oats get mushy?
No, they become creamy when chilled properly.

Can I eat them warm?
Yes, gently warm if preferred.

🏁 Conclusion

Apple Pie Overnight Oats are a comforting, flavorful way to start your day without any morning cooking. Creamy oats, warm spices, and tender apples come together for a breakfast that feels indulgent yet nourishing.

If you love cozy flavors and easy mornings, this recipe is a must-try.