Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Name: Apple Pie Overnight Oats
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed); 1 tbsp chia seeds; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/3 cup Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1 cup unsweetened almond milk; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsb coconut oil or butter; 2 apples, peeled and cut into cubes; 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar; 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Cozy, comforting, and packed with warm apple-cinnamon flavor, these Apple Pie Overnight Oats taste like dessert for breakfast. They’re easy to prep ahead and made with wholesome ingredients for a nourishing start to your day!

a cup of apple overnight oats topped with stewed apples

When September rolls around, you know what that means…apple season! While I love a good Healthy Apple Crisp, Vegan Apple Cider Donuts or Apple and Cinnamon Bread, apple flavoured breakfasts are one of my favourite ways to eat apples!

These Apple Pie Overnight Oats are a total winner for a healthy, nourishing breakfast. They’re packed with 10 grams of protein and 8.5 grams of fibre per serving and make the perfect ready to go breakfast in the morning.

I’ve made dozens of flavours of overnight oats that always go viral on the Choosing Chia Instagram, so I have some practice when it comes to perfecting overnight oats recipes. And this one is a total hit! For another cozy Fall twist also try these Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Tastes like apple pie for breakfast: I’m serious. It has all the cozy flavours you love in apple pie, in a nourishing breakfast. If you love dessert-inspired oats also try these Cookie Dough Overnight Oats.
Meal prep made easy: These oats come together in minutes and stay fresh in the fridge for days, making them perfect for busy mornings.
Balanced and satisfying: With around 400 calories, 10g of protein, and 8.5g of fiber per serving, this recipe fuels your morning and keeps you full for hours!
Naturally sweetened: Sweetened with maple syrup and topped with Skillet Cinnamon Apples it’s the perfect sweet way to start your day.

Key Ingredients

Ingredients to make apple pie overnight oats.

Oats: Use rolled oats for a chewier texture or quick oats for a softer texture. Just make sure not to use steel-cut oats in this recipe. Steel-cut oats need to be heated to soften properly. You can use this recipe for steel-cut overnight oats if you only have steel-cut oats on hand.
Chia seeds: there are so many ways to use chia seeds, one of which is to thicken and add some more nutrients to overnight oats.
Applesauce: unsweetened applesauce is best. You can use store-bought applesauce or homemade applesauce.
Apples: There are so many different varieties of apples out there. For this recipe you can use any kind you love.

*This is a recipe overview. Please refer to the recipe card below for the full recipe with measurements.

How To Make Apple Pie Overnight Oats

oats, chia seeds and cinnamon in a clear mixing bowl.

Step 1: Add the oats, chia seeds, cinnamon and salt to a mixing bowl.

oats, chia seeds, maple syrup, yogurt and apple sauce in a clear bowl

Step 2: Next add the yogurt, maple syrup, applesauce and vanilla extract.

oats and chia seeds in almond milk in a clear bowl

Step 3: Mix everything until combined.

Step 4: Cover and place in the fridge overnight to set.

chopped apples with cinnamon and maple syrup in a white pan

Step 5: Peel and cut the apples into cubes and then add the apples to a pan with the coconut oil, maple syrup and cinnamon.

Step 6: Cook the apples on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes or until soft and tender.

two cups of apple overnight oats with cinnamon sticks in them

Step 7: Assemble the apple pie overnight oats by layering the overnight oats with the apple pie filling on top. You can assemble the oats in cups, jars or in a bowl.

Topping Ideas

There are so many tasty toppings you can enjoy when it comes to overnight oats! If you want to add more toppings to these oats here are some that would pair well:

Walnuts
Nut Butter
Raisins
Dried cranberries
Greek Yogurt
Honey
Pumpkin spice granola
Maple Pecan granola

How To Store

Store these overnight oats in a sealed container or in a jar (like a mason jar)with a lid in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can store the oats and the stewed apples separately, or you can store them together for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.

Jess’s Tips

Use rolled oats: Rolled oats give the perfect chewy texture and hold up well overnight. Quick oats can work if you prefer a softer consistency. If you prefer a pudding consistency then I recommend trying this Apple Chia Pudding instead.
Use unsweetened yogurt and milk: This helps you control the sweetness and avoid added sugars. You can always stir in a little maple syrup in the morning if you want more sweetness.
Add mix-ins: Chopped nuts, seeds, raisins, or even a scoop of protein powder.
Let soak overnight: For the best texture let the oats sit overnight. But if you’re in a rush let them sit at least 4 hours.
Make it dairy-free. If you want to make this recipe vegan, use dairy-free yogurt. You can also use coconut cream in place of yogurt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you eat apple pie overnight oats hot or cold?

Overnight oats are typically enjoyed cold, straight from the fridge. If you prefer warm oats try my recipe for Apple Pie Oatmeal.

Can I add protein to apple overnight oats?

Yes, you can boost the protein content by adding a scoop of your favourite protein powder and following the ratios I share in my protein overnight oats recipe. Choose flavors that complement the apple pie taste, such as vanilla or unflavored protein powders.