Description
Creamy “apple cinnamon overnight oats” blend classic comfort with wholesome nutrition, offering a delightful breakfast fusion. Crunchy apples and warm spices create a morning masterpiece you’ll crave from first spoonful to last bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Base Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 apple (diced)
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or non-dairy yogurt)
Flavor Enhancers and Sweeteners:
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
- Chopped nuts
- Dried fruit
- Additional apple slices
Instructions
- Assemble all ingredients in a spacious mason jar or sealed container, ensuring thorough mixing of rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until completely integrated.
- Incorporate diced apple pieces by gently folding them into the oat mixture or strategically placing them in an attractive layer for visual appeal.
- Secure the container with a tight-fitting lid and transfer to the refrigerator, allowing the ingredients to meld and soften throughout the night or for a minimum of six hours.
- Upon morning preparation, gently stir the chilled oats to redistribute the ingredients and enhance texture.
- Customize your breakfast experience by adorning the overnight oats with complementary garnishes like crunchy chopped nuts, sweet dried fruit, or additional fresh apple slices.
- Select your preferred serving temperature – enjoy the creamy mixture directly from the refrigerator or warm briefly in the microwave for approximately 30 seconds to create a comforting, slightly heated breakfast option.
Notes
- Customize sweetness by adjusting maple syrup to suit personal taste preferences.
- Prevent apple browning by tossing diced apples in a little lemon juice before adding to the overnight oats.
- Choose different milk alternatives like almond, oat, or coconut milk for dietary needs or flavor variations.
- Use crisp apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture and fresh, bright flavor in the dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg