These Overnight Apple Pie Oats are a make-ahead breakfast that combines oats, apples, and warm spices. Just mix the ingredients and let them chill overnight for a quick and easy start to your day — no stovetop cooking required.
You’ll love this recipe if you enjoy my Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins. Another great option to round out a simple breakfast.
The prep couldn’t be simpler. Just mix the oats, almond or coconut milk, applesauce, chia seeds, and apple pieces. Add in some spices, maple syrup, and vanilla, then let it sit and soak overnight.
In the morning, you’ll have a hearty breakfast waiting for you. You can even top it with things like extra apple slices, nuts, raisins, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
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💛 Why you’ll love this recipe
- Uses simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
- Naturally sweetened with applesauce and maple syrup.
- No stovetop cooking required.
- Dairy-free, vegan, and vegetarian.
➡️ Ingredients
⏲ How to make this overnight apple pie oats recipe
This is an overview of the recipe’s instructions. The full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Combine Oats and Milk: In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats and almond milk or coconut milk until well combined.
- Add Applesauce and Apple: Stir in the applesauce and diced apple.
- Mix In Chia Seeds and Sweetener: Add chia seeds and maple syrup, stirring until everything is evenly distributed.
- Season: Sprinkle in the cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the oats overnight or for at least 4 hours. Alternatively, transfer oats to some meal prep containers or mason jars, then refrigerate.
- Serve: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. Serve cold, topped with optional toppings like chopped nuts, raisins, extra apple slices, or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
Recipe Tip: Chia seeds will expand as they soak, thickening the oats. If you find the oats too thick in the morning, just stir in a little extra milk before serving.
👉 Ingredient substitution suggestions
- Almond/Coconut Milk: Use oat milk, cashew milk, or regular dairy milk if preferred.
- Maple Syrup: Honey or agave syrup would work well as a swap.
- Chia Seeds: Use ground flaxseeds.
- Applesauce: Use mashed banana.
✨ Variations
- Warm: If you prefer your oats warm, microwave them for about 30-60 seconds before eating.
- Extra Protein: Stir in a scoop of protein powder or a spoonful of Greek yogurt.
- Add Some Crunch: Change up the texture and add some granola or toasted coconut flakes on top.
〰️ How to serve
- Toppings — Chopped nuts, nut butter, raisins, or a dollop of yogurt.
- Fresh Fruit — Pair it with fresh berries, extra apple slices, or sliced bananas.
💬 FAQs
How far in advance can I prep this?
You can prep these oats up to 3 days in advance. Just keep them stored in an airtight container in the fridge, and give them a stir before serving.
How should I store leftovers?
Keep any leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The oats may thicken up over time, so just add a splash of milk before serving if needed.
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Overnight Apple Pie Oats
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or unsweetened coconut milk, from a container, not a can
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 apple, peeled, cored, and diced (I prefer Honeycrisp for this recipe)
- 2 Tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts, like walnuts or pecans
- Raisins
- Extra apple slices
- Drizzle of maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine Oats and Milk: In a large bowl, mix rolled oats and almond milk or coconut milk until well combined.
- Add Applesauce and Apple: Stir in applesauce and diced apple.
- Mix In Chia Seeds and Sweetener: Add chia seeds and maple syrup, stirring until evenly distributed.
- Season: Sprinkle in cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. Alternatively, transfer oats to meal prep containers or mason jars, then refrigerate.
- Serve: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. Serve cold, topped with optional toppings like chopped nuts, raisins, extra apple slices, or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
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