You want apple pie for breakfast without the sugar crash? Same. These six overnight oats taste like dessert, pack in real ingredients, and take five minutes to prep—max.
They’re creamy, cozy, and loaded with cinnamon-scented apple magic. Make them tonight, wake up to pie vibes tomorrow. Honestly, the hardest part is not eating them at midnight.
1. Classic Apple Pie Overnight Oats You’ll Crave Every Morning
This is the baseline banger—the flavor you think of when someone says “apple pie.” It’s creamy, cinnamon-kissed, and perfectly sweet with a bit of crunch from fresh apple. Meal prep a few jars and watch weekday mornings stop being annoying.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 small apple, finely chopped (Honeycrisp or Gala)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions:
- Add oats, milk, yogurt, maple syrup, chia, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt to a jar or bowl. Stir until combined.
- Fold in the chopped apple and nuts if using.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until thick and creamy.
- In the morning, stir, add a splash of milk if needed, and top with a few extra apple pieces.
Serve chilled or warm it for 30–45 seconds if you want that cozy vibe. For extra “pie,” sprinkle a little more cinnamon and a crumble of graham cracker on top. Trust me, it slaps.
2. Caramel Apple Crumble Oats That Taste Like a Fairground
Caramel and apples are forever soulmates. This version leans into that with a quick stovetop apple sauté and a sticky caramel-style drizzle that still keeps things lighter. It’s the one you make when you want to feel fancy on a Tuesday.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup oat milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/3 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch salt
- 1 small apple, diced
- 1 teaspoon butter or coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons granola (for crumble topping)
- Optional: pinch flaky sea salt
Instructions:
- In a jar, combine oats, milk, yogurt, chia, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir well and chill.
- For the apple sauté: heat butter in a small skillet over medium. Add diced apple and brown sugar. Cook 3–4 minutes until softened and glossy.
- Stir in maple syrup and vanilla. Remove from heat and let cool 5 minutes.
- Fold half the apples into the oats. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with remaining apples, granola, and a tiny pinch of flaky salt for that caramel pop.
Want it extra saucy? Double the maple and spoon any juices over the top. Swap granola for crushed ginger snaps if you’re feeling chaotic (in the best way).
3. Snickerdoodle Apple Pie Oats With Cookie Vibes
Imagine snickerdoodle cookies and apple pie had breakfast together. This bowl nails that cinnamon-sugar magic with creamy oats and a hint of vanilla. It tastes like dessert, but you still get protein and fiber—IMO, peak adulting.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup cashew milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or skyr
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 scoop (about 25 g) vanilla protein powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom (optional but lovely)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 medium apple, minced
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar (for topping)
- Pinch salt and a dash of vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Stir oats, milk, yogurt, chia, protein powder, cinnamon, cardamom, honey, vanilla, and salt in a jar until smooth.
- Fold in the minced apple.
- Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle coconut sugar and an extra dash of cinnamon on top. Stir or leave it layered like a cookie crumble—your call.
For a torched-sugar moment, hit the top with a quick blast from a kitchen torch to melt the sugar. No torch? Add a few toasted almonds for crunch and call it a day.
4. Apple Pie Cheesecake Oats That Feel a Little Naughty
These oats bring creamy cheesecake energy with tangy yogurt and a swirl of cream cheese. They’re rich without being heavy and perfect when you want something that feels indulgent but won’t derail your day.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 small apple, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon graham cracker crumbs (optional)
Instructions:
- In a bowl, whisk cream cheese, yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in oats, milk, chia, and cinnamon.
- Fold in the diced apple and transfer to a jar. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with graham cracker crumbs before serving for that cheesecake crust moment.
Want a swirl? Spoon in a teaspoon of apple butter or applesauce after chilling and give it a quick ripple. Add a few pecans if you love texture.
5. Maple Pecan Apple Pie Oats With Cozy Cabin Energy
This one tastes like flannel shirts and weekend hikes. Toasted pecans, warm spices, and a good hit of maple give classic apple pie vibes with a woodsy edge. It’s the jar you bring to the office and make everyone jealous, FYI.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/3 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon allspice or cloves
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 small apple, chopped
- 2 tablespoons pecans, toasted and chopped
- Optional: 1 teaspoon flax meal for extra fiber
Instructions:
- Combine oats, milk, yogurt, chia, maple syrup, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and flax (if using) in a jar. Stir well.
- Fold in the apple and half the pecans.
- Chill for 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with remaining pecans and a thin drizzle of maple syrup to serve.
Toast the pecans in a dry skillet for 3–4 minutes to unlock maximum nutty flavor. Swap pecans for walnuts or add a few golden raisins if you like sweet pops.
6. Warm Apple Cider Oats for the Chilly Mornings
Yes, you can use apple cider and still make overnight oats. It adds tart-sweet depth that tastes like a fall market. Serve it chilled or heat it briefly in the morning for instant cozy.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/3 cup fresh apple cider (not vinegar!)
- 1/3 cup milk of choice
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 cup apple, finely chopped
- Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice to balance sweetness
- Optional topping: 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
Instructions:
- Stir oats, cider, milk, yogurt, chia, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and lemon juice if using.
- Fold in the chopped apple and transfer to a jar.
- Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
- In the morning, enjoy chilled or microwave 45–60 seconds until warm. Top with pumpkin seeds.
Use unfiltered, high-quality apple cider for the best flavor. If your cider runs sweet, cut back the milk slightly and add more yogurt for tang. A tiny drizzle of honey on top won’t hurt either—seriously.
Ready to pick a favorite? Make one tonight and set yourself up for a week of dessert-for-breakfast wins. With a few pantry staples and a couple of apples, you’ll have mornings that taste like pie and feel like a fresh start.
