Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats are a healthy make-ahead breakfast made with rolled oats, fresh apples, cinnamon, and almond milk.They're creamy, naturally sweet, and perfect for meal prep.Ready after an overnight soak with no cooking required.
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats use gluten-free oats if needed
- ½ cup unsweetened plain almond milk or other unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds
- 1 apple cored and diced
- 2 tablespoons raisins or pitted dates diced
- ½ tablespoon chopped walnuts for topping
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, and ground cinnamon.
- Stir well until everything is evenly mixed.
- Cover the bowl or transfer the mixture to a mason jar with a lid.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- For a layered Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats presentation, spoon a few tablespoons of soaked oats into the bottom of a jar.
- Add a layer of flaxseed (or chia seeds) followed by diced apple.
- Continue layering oats, raisins (or dates), and apples until all ingredients are used.
- Finish with chopped walnuts and a light sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Serve chilled straight from the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use certified gluten-free oats if serving someone with gluten sensitivity.
- Fresh diced pears can replace apples.
- Dates offer a softer, naturally sweeter alternative to raisins.
- Top with extra apple slices just before serving for added freshness.
- A spoonful of almond butter makes this breakfast even more filling.