• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Cozy Peach Kitchen
  • home
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Nutrition & Lifestyle
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • About
  • Lifestyle & Nutrition
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Home
    • Recipes
    • About
    • Lifestyle & Nutrition
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

    Published: Aug 17, 2020 · Modified: Feb 16, 2021 by Cassidy Reeser · This post may contain affiliate links.

    6.9K shares
    jump to recipe

    These healthy, easy to make overnight oats combine apples and cinnamon for the perfect grab-and-go breakfast! Ready in just 10 minutes and vegan & gluten-free optional!

    Side view of glass jar filled with oatmeal.
    Table of Contents hide
    1 Recipe features
    2 What you'll need
    3 Step by step instructions
    4 Recipe FAQ
    5 Toppings ideas
    6 Looking for more breakfast ideas?
    7 Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

    Recipe features

    • Diet-friendly: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free optional, soy-free and nut-free optional (just use soy/nut-free non-dairy milks and gluten free oats)
    • Meal-prep friendly: makes 4 servings and is easy to double
    • Quick & easy: Ready in just 10 minutes!
    • Apple pie flavored: apples, cinnamon and brown sugar combine to make that quintessential apple pie flavor
    • Versatile: add a variety of toppings and use any kind of milk

    If you like my Instant Pot apple cinnamon oats you are sure to love this recipe as well!

    What you'll need

    Labeled ingredients in separate containers.

    Apples: I like to use sweet red apples like fuji, gala or honey crisp. Slice apples into ½ inch cubes. I leave the peel on but you can remove it if you prefer.

    Rolled oats, also known as old-fashioned oats. Choose gluten-free oats to make this recipe gluten-free.

    Milk: I like to use unsweetened, unflavored soy milk but you can use almond, oat, coconut milk, etc.

    Chia seeds help with texture and provide healthy omega-3 fatty acids. You can omit these or replace them with flaxseeds.

    Brown sugar can be replaced with an equal amount of white sugar or maple syrup. The flavor will slightly different if you don't use brown sugar.

    Step by step instructions

    Steps 1 and 2 to make overnight oats.

    This recipe is as easy as:

    1. Mix the dry ingredients together.
    2. Add in the wet ingredients (milk and apples) and stir together.

    Cover with a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before enjoying.

    Recipe FAQ

    Can I use apple sauce in place of milk?

    If you want to use apple sauce I recommend using half applesauce and half milk. This makes the oats extra flavorful and nutritious!

    Do you eat overnight oats cold?

    They are usually eaten cold which is another reason why they are so convenient to have on hand for quick meals!

    Can you heat up overnight oats?

    Yes! Overnight oats are extra creamy and delicious when warm. Simply add one serving to a small sauce pot over medium heat. Heat, stirring occasionally, until warm. Add an extra splash of milk as needed. You can also reheat it in the microwave in 1-2 minutes.

    Do they have to be in a glass jar?

    Definitely not! I like using a glass jar because it's convenient, but you can actually just mix them together in a bowl, Tupperware or large cup. Cover your container with a lid or foil before refrigerating.

    Toppings ideas

    Toppings are one of the best parts of overnight oats! Here are my favorites:

    • One (5 ounce) container of Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt for protein
    • Toasted walnuts 
    • Maple syrup drizzle
    • Cinnamon and nutmeg on top
    • Pumpkin seeds
    • Coconut cream
    • Applesauce
    Overhead view of apples on top of jar of oatmeal.

    Looking for more breakfast ideas?

    If you're looking for more overnight oats you might like these coconut blueberry, mocha, chia cherry, peach or gingerbread varieties.

    • Vegan Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal with Pecans
    • Peanut Butter Breakfast Cookies
    • Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Smoothie
    • Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal (Vegan)

    Did you try this recipe? You can leave a star rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ in the recipe card or a review down in the comments section. I always appreciate your feedback! You can also follow along on my YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest or sign up for my newsletter!

    Pint ball jar filled with oats and apple slices.
    Print Recipe
    5 from 3 votes

    Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

    Rolled oats, soy milk and a few fall-flavored ingredients combine to make this filling & flavorful meal prep breakfast!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Servings: 1 serving
    Author: Cassidy Reeser, MS, RD

    Ingredients

    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • ¼ cup raw walnuts
    • ½ cup rolled oats
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 2 teaspoons light brown sugar adjust to taste
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon more for topping
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • pinch of salt
    • 1 cup unsweetened soy milk see note #1
    • 1 cup medium diced Gala apple from ~1 small red apple, see note #2

    Instructions

    • To toast walnuts (optional): Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil (about 1 teaspoon). Once hot, add the walnuts and toast until brown and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. Set aside for topping.
    • In a pint sized Ball jar or similarly sized container, stir together the rolled oats, chia seeds, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and pinch of salt. Add soy milk and diced apples.
    • Put the lid in place and shake to combine. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 4 days. Enjoy cold or warm topped with toasted walnuts and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

    Video

    Notes

    1. Soy milk: This is my preferred non-dairy milk because it containers a fair amount of protein but any milk will do -- cow's milk, cashew, almond, etc.
    2. Apples: I like to use sweet apples like Gala, Fuji or Honeycrisp.
    3. Reheating instructions: Add one serving of overnight oats to a small sauce pot over medium heat. Heat, stirring occasionally, until warm, about 3-5 minutes.
    4. Gluten-free optional: Choose certified gluten-free oats to make this recipe gluten-free.

    Instagram icon

    Did you make this recipe?

    Tag @cozypeachkitchen on Instagram and hashtag
    #cozypeachkitchen

     
    Serving: 1servingCalories: 427kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 98mgPotassium: 621mgFiber: 13gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 571IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 398mgIron: 4mg

    More Vegetarian Breakfast Recipes

    • Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash (Vegetarian)
    • Vegan Breakfast Egg Sandwiches
    • Strawberry Peach Smoothie
    • Hummus Toast with Avocado
    6.9K shares

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Smiling portrait of a woman holding a bowl of grits and tofu.

    Hi, I’m Cassidy! I’m the registered dietitian behind Cozy Peach Kitchen, a food and nutrition blog sharing easy vegetarian recipes for every occasion.

    More about me →

    Trending now

    • Vegan Avocado Pesto Pasta
    • Stovetop Gouda Mac and Cheese
    • Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowls with Almond Dressing
    • Vegetarian Black Bean Quinoa Casserole (Dump and Bake!)
    • Mediterranean Quinoa Bowls with Balsamic Chickpeas
    • Instant Pot Black Beans and Rice

    Vegetarian meal prep

    • Quinoa Edamame Salad with Peanut Sauce
    • Vegan Breakfast Egg Sandwiches
    • Vegan Lentil Bowls with Lemon Tahini Dressing
    • Easy Vegetarian Bean Burritos
    • One-Pot Vegetarian Spaghetti
    • Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice (Vegan)
    • Southwest Quinoa Taco Salad
    • Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowls with Almond Dressing

    Footer

    Logos

    Footer

    About

    • Privacy Policy and Disclaimer
    • Accessibility Statement

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Work with Cassidy

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2022 Cozy Peach Kitchen®. All rights reserved.