Say “hello” to your newest breakfast obsession. If you’re tired of the same old boring oatmeal, then you’re going to fall in-love (no pun intended) with my Warm Apple Pie Overnight Oats. They’re packed with plant-based protein and are perfect for prepping ahead, making them a simple, easy, and delicious breakfast!
Friends, if there’s one breakfast recipe that you need in your weekly rotation, it’s overnight oats. Overnight oats are such a quick and easy breakfast recipe that is delicious and perfect for busy weekdays. Between getting my boys ready for school, testing recipes to film each day, and trying to get a good morning workout in, my mornings are BUSY from the moment that I wake up. Which means, I lean on quick and easy recipes that I can meal-prep over the weekend and enjoy throughout the week! Recipes like my Easy Meal Prep Breakfast Sandwiches, my High Protein Egg Broccoli Breakfast Bars, and my Sugar Cookie Overnight Oats are all staples in my meal-prep routine. But these Warm Apple Pie Overnight Oats? They are truly next-level.
Let’s be honest, a warm apple pie is an absolute fall staple. There is nothing better than biting into a crisp, flaky pie crust and being met with warm, stewed, cinnamon-y apples. These overnight oats have all of the elements of a warm apple pie that you know and love, but rolled into a plant-based and protein-packed breakfast option!
While I don’t share nutritional information for my recipes (and you can read more about why, here), the one macronutrient that I do count is protein. Protein is so important because it’s what keeps you feeling fuller, longer. Not to mention, it also helps you build muscle, which is always exciting!
These overnight oats get their protein from a few different sources: the chia seeds, the collagen peptides (if you decide to use them – I love these ones!), the milk, and the peanut butter, which means that it’s perfect for keeping you feeling fuller, longer. They taste like dessert, are packed with protein, AND are perfect for taking on-the-go. I can’t think of anything better than that!
What You Need to Make This Delicious Plant-Based Breakfast
- Rolled Oats: Of course, you’ll need rolled oats to make these overnight oats! And, here’s a tip: if you use quick-cook oats, you won’t need to wait overnight for these oats to be ready – they’ll be ready in seconds!
- Chia Seeds: Chia seeds may be small, but they pack these oats with plant-based protein and healthy fats, which is the perfect way to start your day.
- Collagen Peptides: This is optional, but I love adding collagen peptides to these overnight oats to add in extra protein without impacting the flavor!
- Cinnamon & Nutmeg: A pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg add the best flavor to these overnight oats. Don’t skip this!
- Milk: Pick your favorite milk and use it in this recipe – I like using almond milk, but any dairy or non-dairy milk works well.
- Maple Syrup: I love maple syrup as a natural sweetener, and it works really wonderful here. It adds the perfect touch of sweetness without being overwhelming.
- Vanilla Extract: A touch of vanilla extract adds the perfect flavor to these overnight oats!
- Creamy Peanut Butter: I love adding the peanut butter to the oats themselves and drizzling it over the finished oats. It adds the perfect touch!
- Sea Salt: A pinch of sea salt ensures that these oats don’t turn out too sweet.
- Apples: Of course, you need apples in order to make the warm apple topping! I recommend using a sweeter variation of apple, such as honey crisp or gala apples.
How to Make These Simple & Easy Overnight Oats
To make this recipe, start by preparing the overnight oats. Add all of the overnight oat ingredients to a large bowl (the rolled oats, chia seeds, collagen peptides, cinnamon, nutmeg, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, peanut butter, and sea salt) and stir until fully combined. Divide the mixture amongst 4 containers or mason jars.
Next, prepare the apple topping. Wash and dice the apples and add them to a small pot, on the stove, over medium-low heat. Then, add in the maple syrup and cinnamon and stir to fully combine.
Cover the pot and allow the apples to cook down for 10-12 minutes, or until they’ve softened.
Once the apples are done, you have two options: you can divide the apple mixture evenly amongst the jars, topping off the oats, or you can store the apples in a separate container and add them on top of the oats once you’re ready to eat them. Once you’re ready to enjoy the overnight oats, top with an additional drizzle of peanut butter. Then, serve and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
I recommend using a naturally-sweeter variety of apple, like gala apples or honey crisp apples!
Yes! Just be sure to thaw the apples completely before cooking them. You may need to cook them longer, in order to reduce any excess water content.
Yes! This recipe is perfect for meal-prep. Simply transfer the jars to the fridge until you’re ready to enjoy them. They should stay good for up to one week!
Yes! Just be sure to use gluten-free rolled oats, to ensure that the recipe is 100% gluten-free.
This recipe makes enough for four servings!
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** Photography by Tanya Pilgrim
Equipment
- 4 Mason Jars these jars are perfect for storing and prepping this recipe!
Ingredients
For the Oats:
- 2 Cups Rolled Oats
- ¼ Cup Chia Seeds
- ½ Cup Unflavored Collagen Peptides, these are optional but add more protein!
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ Teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 Cups Milk of Choice
- ¼ Cup Maple Syrup
- 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 2 Tablespoons Creamy Peanut Butter
- 1 Pinch Sea Salt
For the Apple Topping:
- 2 Apples, diced into small pieces
- 2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
- To make this recipe, start by preparing the overnight oats. Add all of the overnight oat ingredients to a large bowl (the rolled oats, chia seeds, collagen peptides, cinnamon, nutmeg, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, peanut butter, and sea salt) and stir until fully combined.
- Divide the mixture amongst 4 containers or mason jars.
- Next, prepare the apple topping. Wash and dice the apples and add them to a small pot, on the stove, over medium-low heat.
- Then, add in the maple syrup and cinnamon and stir to fully combine.
- Cover the pot and allow the apples to cook down for 10-12 minutes, or until they've softened.
- Once the apples are done, you have two options: you can divide the apple mixture evenly amongst the jars, topping off the oats, or you can store the apples in a separate container and add them on top of the oats once you're ready to eat them.
- Once you're ready to enjoy the overnight oats, top with an additional drizzle of peanut butter. Then, serve and enjoy!
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Thank you for sharing this recipe! It’s fabulous and loving easy meal prep for a stress free breakfast and snack!
Love it Elizabeth! Thank you for leaving a review!