Easy Apple Pie Overnight Oats
Easy to make Apple Pie Overnight Oats for a grab and go breakfast loaded with gooey sauteed cinnamon apples that will keep you fueled and satisfied.
Making these Apple Pie Overnight Oats is perfect as we are transitioning seasons. And I like having this refrigerated version of my favorite easy baked apple oatmeal because it’s still hot, but apples are in season and really sweet. So these oats are the current go to for a quick, grab & go option.
Why You’ll Love These Easy Overnight Oats
- Made with simple plant based ingredients. All of the wholesome ingredients in this dish add up to make a breakfast that is delicious and satisfyingly thanks to both the protein and fiber available.
- Easy to make. You just need to add the base ingredients to an airtight container, mix and then top with your sauteed apples that cook in 5 minutes.
- Versatile. Use the base and suggestions in this post to customize your oats to your nutrition needs. Add more protein, include more texture and crunch, or keep it very simple for grab and go meals. It’s up to you.
- Nourishing. Each jar contains 21 grams of protein, 12 grams of fiber, 6 mg of iron and omega-3s when prepped with high protein plant milk, yogurt and pepitas.
Key Ingredients and Substitutions
- Oats: Rolled oats are preferred. Extra bonus if you choose to use sprouted oats as the nutrients become more bioavailable and are easier to absorb.
- Apples: I like either Fuji or Pink Lady apples for this, but feel free to swap with some pears or even stone fruit.
- Chia Seeds: This helps our oats gel up and thicken. You can substitute this with ground flaxseeds if that’s more accessible.
- Spices: We are using a combination of cinnamon, ginger and cardamom to add some extra warmth to these oats.
- Plant Milk: Choose the milk you enjoy most. Personally, I tend to choose soy milk for the higher protein, but this works wonderfully with oat milk, almond milk or cashew milk as well.
- Plant Based Yogurt: This helps keep our oats creamy. Choose your favorite and if you want something higher in protein opt for Siggi’s Plant Based Yogurt or Kite Hill’s Greek-style yogurt.
- Maple Syrup: This can be an optional ingredient if your apples are sweet enough on their own. If you do need that sweetness, I add about 1 tablespoon to split between 2 jars. You can also choose a different sweetener based on your preference.
How to Make Apple Pie Overnight Oats
Add oats, chia, and spices to an airtight container and give a mix to combine. Pour in the milk, yogurt and sweetener. Mix again really well, seal the container and place in the fridge to set.
You can make the apples in advance along with the oats or make them the day you plan to eat to enjoy if you want them served warm. To a small bowl dissolve the miso into the water until no lumps remain and set aside. To a warmed sauté pan over medium low heat, add the sliced apples, maple syrup, cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the apples start to soften. Pour in the miso mixture and continue to sauté until the liquid has cooked off, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and top over oats.
Expert Tips
- Add more liquid if you find your oats too thick. A few splashes of milk or yogurt can help loosen your oats if they are too thick.
- If too loose, add 1-2 extra teaspoons of chia seeds, mix and allow to thicken for 10 minutes before enjoying.
- Time of soaking will impact texture. The longer the oats sit to thicken, the creamier and softer the oats will get. Less soaking time will result in a firmer, chewy texture.
- Store toppings how you like. You can top the oats with the apples in the same container, but if you prefer your toppings separately, I like to use these airtight snack box containers with 3 compartments to store the oats, apples, and nuts separately then combine when ready to eat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Remember that it’s all about building when it comes to protein, so we can add multiple items to these overnight oats to add up on the protein. Some basic things to start with include counting the 6 grams of protein already in oats, adding high protein plant milks like soy or pea protein milks to help add significantly more protein compared to other plant milks, or opting for higher protein plant-yogurts like soy yogurts or Greek-style plant-based yogurts like Kite Hill or Siggi’s to stir in. You can add in more protein by mixing in your favorite plant protein powder or topping with some higher protein seeds like pepitas or hemp hearts. Lots of ways to do it, so pick and choose what best suits your nutrition goals.
I like to use Pink Lady or Fuji apples for the topping as they hold their shape much better then other apples. Apples like McIntosh tend to break down more as they cook, which makes them softer.
Overnight oats don’t technically need to sit overnight. When I’ve forgotten to prep overnight, I often will just soak for at least 30 minutes to an hour. In the past, I would prep the jar, grab it to go and by the time I drove to my work destination, the oats were thick enough to my liking. No need to wait hours to eat.
Store overnight oats in an airtight container and place in the fridge for up to 3 days.
You don’t need to get a fancy jar to make overnight oats. Any airtight container will do, but the ones I used are a 16 oz glass jar with bamboo lids that you can find here.
More Cozy Vegan Fall Recipes to Try
- Fluffy Vegan Pumpkin Pancakes
- Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal
- Chewy Pumpkin Chip Marshmallow Cookies
- Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup
- Apple Crisp Stuffed Baked Apples
Easy Apple Pie Overnight Oats
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Overnight Times: 6 hours
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Breakfast
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Easy to make Apple Pie Overnight Oats for a grab and go breakfast loaded with gooey sauteed cinnamon apples that will keep you fueled and satisfied.
Ingredients
Sautéed Apples (can be divided between 2 jars)
- 1 Fuji or pink lady apple, sliced or cubed
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp yellow or white miso paste, optional
- Pinch of salt
For Each of 2 Jars Add
- 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch each of ground ginger, cardamom and salt
- 3/4 cups unsweetened soy or pea protein milk
- 2 tbsp plain plant based yogurt (use vegan Greek style for more protein if desired)
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup, optional
- 2 tbsp Walnuts or pepitas for topping
Instructions
- Add oats, chia, and spices to each airtight container being used and give a good mix. Pour in the milk, yogurt and sweetener. Mix again really well.
- To a small bowl dissolve the miso into the water until no lumps remain and set aside.
- To a warmed sauté pan over medium low heat, add the sliced apples, maple syrup, cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the apples start to soften (if the apples are cut thicker, they may need 8-10 minutes).
- Pour in the miso mixture and continue to sauté until the liquid has cooked off, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and top over oats with nuts or seeds. You can also store the toppings separately to enjoy over the oats when ready to eat.
Notes
Add more liquid if you find your oats too thick. A few splashes of milk or yogurt can help loosen your oats if they are too thick.
If too loose, add 1-2 extra teaspoons of chia seeds, mix and allow to thicken for 10 minutes before enjoying.
Time of soaking will impact texture. The longer the oats sit to thicken, the creamier and softer the oats will get. Less soaking time will result in a firmer, chewy texture.
Store toppings how you like. You can top the oats with the apples in the same container, but if you prefer your toppings separately, I like to use these airtight snack box containers with 3 compartments to store the oats, apples, and nuts separately then combine when ready to eat.
Each jar contains 21 grams of protein, 12 grams of fiber, 6 mg of iron and omega-3s when prepped with high protein plant milk, yogurt and pepitas. Please note, changing ingredients will impact these numbers.
The peanut butter seen smeared in the jar is for photography purposes, which is why it was not included in the ingredients.
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★ Catherine
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