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Close-up side view of Apple Pie Overnight Oats in a glass mason jar, with creamy rolled oats, layers of cinnamon apple filling, and diced apples on top. A whole red apple and apple slices sit in the background on a rustic wooden table.

Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Nesting Lane
Apple Pie Overnight Oats are an easy make-ahead breakfast with warm apple pie flavor, creamy oats, and 15 grams of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Equipment

Medium Skillet
Small Bowl
Large Spoon
Cutting Board
Sharp Knife
2 Mason Jars

Ingredients
 

For the Apple Pie Topping:

  • 1 medium apple peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the diced apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, and water. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and the liquid thickens into a light syrup.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and let the apple mixture cool.
  • In a small mixing bowl, mix the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined.
  • Divide the oat mixture evenly between 2 mason jars or airtight containers.
  • Spoon the cooled apple mixture evenly over the oats in each jar.
  • Cover the jars with lids and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, until the oats soften and absorb the liquid.
  • Stir gently before serving, or leave the apple topping layered on top.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Choose the Right Apple – Firm apples such as Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith hold their shape nicely after cooking.
Adjust the Thickness – If your oats seem too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk before eating.
Keep the Topping Separate – For more distinct layers, store the cooked apples in a separate airtight container and add them to the oats just before serving.
Make It Less Sweet – Reduce the maple syrup slightly if you prefer a breakfast that's not quite as sweet. The apple topping already provides sweetness.
Try Different Textures – Stir the apples into the oatmeal for cinnamon apple flavor throughout, or leave them on top for a more noticeable contrast.

Storing

Refrigerator – Store the overnight oats in covered mason jars or airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Apple Topping – Keep the cooked apples refrigerated in a separate airtight container for up to 4 days if you prefer to add them just before serving.
Freezing – Freezing isn't recommended because the yogurt and cooked apples can change texture after thawing. These oats are best prepared fresh and refrigerated.

Nutrition

Calories: 381kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 15gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 217mgPotassium: 536mgFiber: 7gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 314IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 259mgIron: 2mg
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