Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats Recipe
This Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats recipe is a simple, nutritious, and delicious make-ahead breakfast option. Combining rolled oats with creamy milk, sweet maple syrup, fragrant cinnamon, and crisp apple pieces, it offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Prepared the night before, it allows you to wake up to a ready-to-eat, wholesome meal that is both convenient and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Overnight Oats
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
- 1/4 cup diced apple
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a jar or bowl, mix together 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup diced apple, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Allow the oats to soak and absorb the flavors overnight, or for at least 6-8 hours.
- Serve: In the morning, stir the mixture well to combine any settled ingredients. Enjoy the apple cinnamon overnight oats cold straight from the fridge, or optionally warm it up slightly if preferred.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use whole milk or a plant-based milk like almond or oat milk.
- Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch and nutritional boost.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup to your taste.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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