I can’t stop with my Pumpkin Overnight Oats but hello, it’s apple picking season! With two full teaspoons of cinnamon, this stupendously easy (and healthy!) breakfast recipe is making all my fall-inspired dreams come true. And these Flourless Apple Cinnamon Muffins totally need an overnight oats partner in crime, dontcha think?!
Ingredients
Rolled oats: We’re using 100% whole grain old-fashioned oats here. I get them in bulk from Costco (a staple for my Easiest Oatmeal Breakfast Bars). Applesauce: To add extra apple flavor and a bit of natural sweetness. I like unsweetened to control the amount of sugar–you can check the ingredients to ensure it doesn’t have added sugar! Almond milk: I always have this on hand so it’s my go-to for the liquid base, but you can use any milk you like, like cow’s milk or oat milk. I like unsweetened vanilla the best. Greek yogurt: Nonfat, 2% or whole plain or vanilla yogurt all work well for creaminess plus a protein boost. Greek-style helps with thickness! Almond butter: For creamy mouthfeel and nutty sweetness. Cashew butter would also work. If you don’t have nut butter, I’ve tested these with 1 tbsp chia seeds as well. Honey or maple syrup: A natural liquid sweetener to add a light pop of sweetness. I’ve tested this with maple syrup and honey and they’re both delicious. Pumpkin pie spice: So it tastes like pie! You can also make your own by mixing 2 tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp nutmeg, ½ tsp ginger, and ¼ tsp cloves. The measure out 1 tsp. Vanilla extract: Pure vanilla extract adds amazing flavor! Salt: Salt is so important for flavor yet so many overnight oat recipes don’t include it. A key ingredient for rounding out the flavors!
How to make (step by step)
Substitutions and dietary swaps
No applesauce: I think applesauce makes these in terms of flavor, but in a pinch you can use milk instead and adjust the sweetener as needed. Nut free: use oat milk and sunflower seed butter or try my Coconut Milk Overnight Oats. Vegan: Use non-dairy yogurt or try my Vegan Overnight Oats!
What makes these healthy?
As a dietitian, I love that oats are 100% whole grain and packed with filling fiber, energizing B vitamins, and 6g plant protein per ½ cup serving to help keep you fuller longer. The key to a satiating breakfast is balancing carbs with protein and fat, which mitigates spikes in blood sugar and sets this overnight oatmeal apart from all the rest. We’re checking the boxes with high protein Greek yogurt and brain-boosting fats from the almond butter, hooray!
How to store
Overnight oats will last up to 5 days in the fridge and the apple even stays crisp! You can enjoy them cold right oat of the fridge since the soaking essentially “cooks” the oats. Did you know you can freeze overnight oats, too? Simply thaw overnight in the fridge and enjoy chilled.
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