These Apple Pie Overnight Oats are a sweet, spiced, and oh-so-satisfying plant-based recipe, but in a healthy, easy-to-make breakfast form!
Dessert for breakfast? Yes, please! These Apple Pie Overnight Oats bring the sweet, spiced, and satisfying flavors of the classic dessert to your morning routine – in a healthy, no-fuss way!
What’s inside?
🍏 Juicy apples for natural sweetness
🌾 Rolled oats soaked in plant milk for fiber and gut health
🍯 Maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg for those cozy winter vibes
Make them tonight, and wake up to the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast tomorrow. Perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or just treating yourself!
Add a dollop of yogurt, crunchy nuts, or extra apple slices on top for a little extra flair.
Why do we love this recipe?
This dish brings the cozy, spiced sweetness of apple pie into a wholesome breakfast. Who doesn’t love dessert-inspired mornings? The minimal prep the night before means you wake up to a ready-to-eat meal, which is perfect for busy mornings. Prep it once, and enjoy breakfast for days!
Overnight oats are also packed with fiber, protein, and natural sweetness, which keeps you full and energized all morning long!
Nutritious, convenient, and utterly satisfying – this recipe is love at first bite! ❤️
Apple Pie Overnight Oats Ingredients
This dish consists of two parts – the overnight oats base, and the stewed apples topping.
Here’s what you are going to need to make this recipe:
For the oats:
- Rolled oats: The base provides fiber and a creamy texture when soaked.
- Chia seeds: Thickens the oats while adding omega-3s and protein.
- Spices that mimic the flavors of apple pie – cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg
- Salt
- Plant milk: Liquid to soften the oats and create creaminess. We like to use soy milk, but oat milk or almond milk will also work great.
- Vegan yogurt: Adds tanginess and an extra creamy texture.
- Apple: Adds natural sweetness, texture, and fresh apple flavor.
- Lemon zest to balance the sweetness.
- Vanilla extract
- Maple syrup is a natural sweetener for a subtle caramel-like taste.
For the stewed apples:
- Apples: Star ingredient for the topping
- Vegan butter or coconut oil: helps caramelize the apples.
- Lemon: You will need the juice and zest for acidity to balance the sweetness.
- Spices – cinnamon, and cloves for the apple pie flavor.
- Sugar: Sweetens the apples and helps caramelize them during cooking.
See the cooking instructions below for a detailed step-by-step visual guide on how to combine these ingredients to make this recipe!
How to make Apple Pie Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are one of the easiest recipes to make – just dump everything in a bowl (or storage container), mix, and let sit. That’s it!
With just minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious, healthy, and fiber-rich meal every morning without fuss.
Here’s a step-by-step guide for you:
Step 1: Make the Overnight Oats
Combine the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl – rolled oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir to evenly distribute the spices. Mixing the dry ingredients first ensures the spices are evenly distributed before adding liquids.
Stir in the wet ingredients – plant milk, yogurt, grated apple, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Mix well to ensure everything is fully combined.
If you prefer smoother oats, blend the mixture before chilling.
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture into individual jars or containers. Refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours). Use mason jars or resealable containers for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.
Step 2: Prepare the Stewed Apples
Heat a medium skillet, then melt the vegan butter or coconut oil over medium heat. Ensure the pan is evenly coated.
Add the chopped apples, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon, cloves, and sugar to the pan. Stir well to coat the apples evenly with the spices and sugar.
Tip: Cut the apples into uniform, bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
Cook the apples for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and start to caramelize. Keep an eye on the heat. If the apples stick to the pan, add a splash of water to loosen them and prevent burning.
Remove the pan from heat and let the stewed apples cool completely before using as a topping.
Tip: Make a larger batch of stewed apples and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days; they’re great on pancakes or yogurt, too!
Step 3: Assemble and Serve
In the morning, give the oats a good stir to ensure they’re creamy and well combined. Taste and adjust the sweetness with a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. If the oats are too thick, add a splash of plant milk to loosen the texture.
Divide the oats into serving bowls or jars and top generously with the stewed apples.
Add toppings like chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans), a sprinkle of granola, or a drizzle of almond butter for extra texture and flavor (see serving ideas below).
If you prefer warm oats, gently heat them on the stove or in the microwave, stirring frequently, before adding the stewed apples.
Enjoy!
Serving ideas
We like to serve up these Apple Pie Overnight Oats in single serving jars for an easy grab-and-go meal, but we also often store the oats and stewed apples separately and then just dump everything in a bowl. Reheating for us is optional, depending on the season.
Here are some more serving ideas to spice things up for when you want a change!
- Sprinkle walnuts, pecans, or almonds for crunch, or add a handful of granola for a crispy texture.
- Swirl almond butter, peanut butter, or even tahini on top for extra creaminess.
- Add some fresh fruit on top, like apple slices, berries, or bananas.
- Drizzle a little maple syrup on top for extra sweetness.
- Add a dollop of plain or vanilla yogurt on top for tanginess.
How do you like to serve your overnight oats?
Storage tips
Both the oats and the stewed apples can be prepped up to 3 days ahead for easy breakfasts throughout the week, so you can easily make them as part of your weekly meal plan.
Here’s how to store this dish for best results:
Refrigeration:
Store the oats in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3 – 4 days.
As the oats sit, they may thicken. To loosen the consistency, stir in a splash of plant milk before serving.
If you’re meal-prepping, store the oats and stewed apples separately to preserve the texture of each. Combine them just before eating.
Let the stewed apples cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container to prevent condensation. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days.
You can layer the oats and stewed apples in single-serving jars for convenience. If doing so, consume them within 2 – 3 days for the best texture.
Freezing:
The stewed apples can be frozen in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.
Reheating:
Reheating is optional and you can simply eat the overnight oats and stewed apples cold from the fridge, or let them sit for an hour at room temperature.
Heat the stewed apples in the microwave or on the stovetop if you prefer a warm topping.
If you like warm oats, gently reheat them on the stove or microwave, stirring frequently, and adding a splash of plant milk if needed.
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Apple Pie Overnight Oats
Enjoy a cozy, dessert-inspired breakfast with these Apple Pie Overnight Oats! With warming spices, creamy oats, and stewed apples, it’s like having a slice of pie in a jar.
Ingredients
For the Oats:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup plant milk (almond, soy, or oat milk work well)
- 1/2 cup plant yogurt
- 1 apple, grated
- Zest of 1/4 lemon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
For the Stewed Apples:
- 3 small apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into small cubes
- 1 tbsp vegan butter or coconut oil
- Juice and zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 2 tbsp sugar (or maple syrup for a natural sweetener)
Instructions
Make the Overnight Oats:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
- Add the plant milk, yogurt, grated apple, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Stir well to combine.
- Cover the bowl or divide the mixture into jars. Refrigerate overnight (or for at least 6 hours) to allow the oats to soften and the flavors to meld.
Prepare the Stewed Apples:
- In a medium skillet, heat the vegan butter or coconut oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped apples, lemon juice and zest, cinnamon, cloves, and sugar. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and slightly caramelized. If the sauce looks dry, add a splash of water.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
Assemble
- In the morning, give the oats a good stir and taste. Adjust sweetness if needed by adding a drizzle of maple syrup.
- Top the oats with the stewed apples.
- If desired, add extra toppings like chopped nuts, a sprinkle of granola, or a drizzle of nut butter for added crunch and flavor.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 3 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 495Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 165mgCarbohydrates: 87gFiber: 11gSugar: 56gProtein: 10g
Nutrition data is automatically calculated using Nutritionix and may not be accurate.