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Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Apple cinnamon overnight oats with rolled oats, diced Honeycrisp apple, and creamy Greek yogurt—soak until soft and spoonable. Stir in warm cinnamon and nutmeg, then jar and refrigerate for a thick, apple-pie flavored breakfast bowl.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
chill 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Overnight oats base
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk dairy or unsweetened almond milk
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.125 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.0625 tsp salt pinch
Apple
  • 1 Honeycrisp apple finely diced
Optional toppings
  • 0.25 cup pecans or walnuts chopped, optional
  • 1 apple slices thin slices, optional
  • 1 tsp extra cinnamon optional
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup drizzle, optional

Equipment

  • 1 airtight container

Method
 

Mix and flavor
  1. Combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt in a large bowl or airtight container. Stir until fully mixed with no dry oats remaining (texture should look thick and creamy).
  2. Fold in the finely diced Honeycrisp apple until evenly distributed throughout the mixture. Let the mixture sit for 1 minute to start absorbing before portioning.
Jar and chill
  1. Divide the mixture between two mason jars or airtight containers. Leave about 1 inch of space at the top for expansion.
  2. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until the oats are soft and creamy. For best texture, aim for 8 to 12 hours.
Serve and finish
  1. Stir the overnight oats before serving to loosen the texture. If you want a thinner consistency, stir in a splash of milk until it reaches your preferred thickness.
  2. Top each jar with chopped pecans or walnuts, thin apple slices, an extra sprinkle of cinnamon, and a light drizzle of maple syrup. Serve cold, or warm gently in the microwave if desired.

Notes

Pro tip: dice the apple very small so it softens evenly during the overnight soak. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; the oats will thicken over time, so loosen with a splash of milk when serving. Freezing isn’t recommended for the best apple texture. Dietary swap: use unsweetened almond milk and choose a dairy-free Greek yogurt substitute if you want a dairy-free version.