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Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats Recipe

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This Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats recipe offers a delicious and nutritious way to start your day with minimal effort. Combining creamy yogurt, rolled oats, applesauce, and warming cinnamon, it's a wholesome breakfast that can be prepared ahead of time and enjoyed cold or slightly warmed. The addition of protein powder makes it a perfect choice for those seeking a high-protein meal, while toppings like diced fresh apples and homemade granola add texture and additional flavor.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup milk of choice (e.g., almond milk)
  • 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup vanilla yogurt (or plain yogurt)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (or freshly grated apple)
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or brown sugar, to taste)
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional, for high protein variation)

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup freshly diced apples
  • Homemade granola

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add the milk, rolled oats, yogurt, applesauce, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup to a jar or container with a lid. If desired, include the vanilla protein powder for extra protein. Mix or shake well until all ingredients are fully combined and evenly distributed.
  2. Refrigerate: Place the jar or container into the refrigerator and let it sit overnight or for at least 3 hours. This allows the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften, creating a creamy and thick texture. For a thinner consistency, stir and add a little more milk before serving.
  3. Add Toppings and Serve: Just before eating, top the overnight oats with freshly diced apples and a sprinkle of homemade granola. Optionally, add a dusting of cinnamon for extra flavor. Enjoy cold or warm slightly if preferred.

Notes

  • For a quicker version, allow the mixture to soak for a minimum of 3 hours instead of overnight.
  • Adjust sweetness to taste by varying the amount of maple syrup or substituting brown sugar.
  • Use apple varieties you enjoy for topping, such as Gala, Fuji, or Honeycrisp for optimal flavor and texture.
  • The protein powder is optional and can be left out for a lower protein, but still satisfying, option.
  • Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for convenience.

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