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The simple ingredients for apple pie overnight oats, including rolled oats, a fresh apple, cinnamon sticks, and a jar of milk, arranged on a rustic wooden surface.

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats (Easy & Healthy Recipe)

Start your day right with these Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats. This easy, no-cook recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, fresh apple, and warm cinnamon for a creamy, healthy, and delicious make-ahead breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oats
  • 1/2 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any kind will work (dairy, almond, oat).
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt Plain, unsweetened.
  • 1 tbsp Chia Seeds
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 Medium Apple Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended.
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • 1 Mason Jar or Airtight Container
  • 1 Grater

Instructions
 

  1. In a mason jar or a bowl with a lid, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to combine.
  2. Grate half of the apple. Add the grated apple, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the jar.
  3. Stir everything together vigorously until well-combined and no dry spots remain.
  4. Secure the lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. The next morning, stir the oats. Finely dice the remaining half of the apple. Serve the oats cold, topped with the fresh diced apple and an extra sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

Meal Prep: This recipe can be doubled or tripled and stored in individual airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
For Warmer Oats: Microwave for 60-90 seconds, stirring halfway through, until warmed to your liking.
Vegan Option: Substitute Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative and use plant-based milk.
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