Delicious Protein Apple Overnight Oats - Healthy Breakfast

I love the convenience of making healthy protein breakfast options ahead of time, and these apple overnight oats oatmeal will become your new favorite breakfast, just like apple pie. Who wouldn't love apple pie-flavored overnight protein oatmeal? Start your day on a nourishing note, and meal prep these apple cinnamon oats today.

This was inspired by my healthy apple crisp recipe, paleo apple pie bites, and favorite cookie dough overnight oats recipe.

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• 💖 Why You'll Love This Apple Overnight Oats Oatmeal Recipe?
• 🥣 Ingredients Protein Apple Overnight Protein Oats Oatmeal Recipe
• Have A Specific Food Allergy?
• 🍎 Health Benefits of Apple
• 😋 Whole Rolled Oats
• 👩‍🍳 How to Make Apple Pie Overnight Oats
• 🧡 Learn How to Healthy Apple Pie Overnight Oats
• 📖 Recipe Card
• 💙 Substitutions
• Need to substitute an ingredient?
• 🥚 Healthy Food Swaps Guide
• 🍴 Variations
• 🍄 Optional Overnight Oats Recipe Add-ins:
• 🍽️ How Do You Serve Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats Oatmeal?
• ❄️ Storage For Apple & Cinnamon Overnight Oats Oatmeal
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• 😀 Enjoy This Apple Overnight Oats Oatmeal Recipe
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🥣 Ingredients Protein Apple Overnight Protein Oats Oatmeal Recipe

To make this healthy apple cinnamon overnight oats recipe, you will simply need to gather a few key ingredients that create a delicious apple pie-flavored overnight oat for breakfast.

1. Vanilla Protein Powder - Packed full of protein, this vegan protein powder is perfect for increasing your protein intake.
2. Gluten-Free Rolled Oats - Oats are a natural superfood because they are 100% whole grain, and contain many vitamins and minerals. I like Bob's Red Mill brand of rolled oats because it is handled in a dedicated gluten-free facility.
3. Milk of Choice - I prefer non-dairy milk and unsweetened almond milk, but any milk will work well.
4. Spices - I used the traditional warming spices used in most fall recipes. I added ground cinnamon and nutmeg. That's all you need in terms of spices for this apple pie oats recipe.
5. Apples - I like red delicious apples for that extra sweetness they bring to the recipe. However, any apple will work well in this recipe.
6. Maple Syrup - This is the yummiest sweetener. If you don't have maple syrup, try honey or agave.
7. Yogurt of Choice - I used plain almond milk yogurt, but Greek yogurt also works well in this recipe. Greek yogurt also additional protein to the recipe.
8. Walnuts - You can swap for pecans or another favorite nut of choice. However, I think the walnuts add a deliciousness to the recipe.
9. Sea Salt - A pinch will help enhance and balance the sweetness of the apples in the recipe.
10. Optional: Blueberries for extra antioxidants and fiber. This also allows you another opportunity to add more colorful foods to your everyday diet.

See the recipe card for quantities.

🍎 Health Benefits of Apple

An apple a day not only keeps the doctor away but also brings numerous health benefits.

Apples are rich in dietary fiber, which helps digestion and maintain a healthy gut. They are also packed with essential vitamins, such as Vitamin C, which boosts the immune system, and Vitamin A, which is crucial for eye health.

Additionally, apples contain antioxidants like quercetin and flavonoids that help combat free radicals, reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.

Consuming apples can also help weight management due to their low calorie and high fiber content, making you feel fuller for longer.

Furthermore, apples are known to help regulate blood sugar levels, which is beneficial for people with diabetes. Incorporating apples into your diet can also improve lung health and reduce asthma risk due to their anti-inflammatory properties.

Gut Health and Apples

Gut health and apples have a significant connection that many people may not realize. Apples are not only delicious and versatile in various recipes but also packed with essential nutrients and dietary fiber, which play a crucial role in maintaining and improving gut health.

The soluble fiber in apples, known as pectin, acts as a prebiotic, fostering the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut. These good bacteria are vital for digestion, nutrient absorption, and immunity.

Moreover, apples contain antioxidants and polyphenols that help reduce inflammation, further promoting a healthy digestive system. Including apples in your daily diet can help regulate bowel movements, prevent constipation, and contribute to a balanced and robust gut microbiome.

😋 Whole Rolled Oats

You can use either whole rolled or quick-cooking oats. However, the quick-cooking oats can become quite mushy when making overnight oats. Oats are a natural superfood because they are 100% whole grain, and contain many vitamins and minerals.

Gut Healthy Food: Rich in Fiber

The fiber in oats is unique in that they are one of the richest sources of rich beta-glucan, a soluble fiber that can help lower cholesterol re-absorption.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Apple Pie Overnight Oats

You will be pleasantly surprised by how simple these apple pie overnight protein oats are to prepare!

In a mixing bowl, add all the ingredients and stir until combined. Transfer into 4 mason jars, cover, and place into your fridge for at least 2 hours, but 8 hours is best.

When ready to eat these apple & cinnamon oatmeal, take them out of the fridge, and top them with extra apples, cinnamon, and even blueberries. Enjoy!

🧡 Learn How to Healthy Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Learn how easy it is to make a healthy apple pie-flavored overnight oats recipe. Packed full of 29 grams of protein per serving to start your morning off right.

📖 Recipe Card

💙 Substitutions

Making protein overnight oats is a personal preference in terms of dietary needs. Check out some easy substitutions and variations to customize this recipe to your liking.

• Vegan - Use a vegan protein powder, dairy-free yogurt, and plant-based milk option.
• No Protein Powder - Use collagen powder instead of the protein powder in the overnight oats mixture, before placing it into the fridge.

🍴 Variations

Here are a few variations to customize your apples and cinnamon overnight oats oatmeal recipe.

• Higher Protein - Top with hemp seeds, which will provide additional protein to the recipe.
• Walnuts - Swap with your favorite nut, like pecans.

🍄 Optional Overnight Oats Recipe Add-ins:

I also love to add adaptogens to my recipes. Try adding some Ashwagandha root powder or maca powder to this apple cinnamon oatmeal, which won't alter the flavor profile of the recipe, but give you added stress-relieving health benefits.

One of my personal favorites is the Adaptogenic blend mix by Four Sigmatic.

🍽️ How Do You Serve Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats Oatmeal?

Typically overnight oats are served straight out of the refrigerator cold. However, if you have extra time to prepare your oats warmed up, simply heat them up for a minute and a half in the microwave or warm them on the stovetop. Add an extra splash of water or milk to thicken the mixture a bit.

For serving these apple pie protein oats, I like to add extra chopped apples, and cinnamon, and to truly give it that apple pie flavor, a little dairy-free whipped cream.

❄️ Storage For Apple & Cinnamon Overnight Oats Oatmeal

Store apple pie overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I like to store them in mason jars or meal prep containers.

😀 Enjoy This Apple Overnight Oats Oatmeal Recipe

If you make this apple overnight oatmeal recipe, made with delicious apples and cinnamon, let me know in the comments how you prep your overnight oats.

I hope you guys love this recipe! If you make it, please leave a comment below and let me know what you think! And if you post to Instagram, I repost your remakes of your creations on my IG stories!

I would also love to hear what you think, or take a photo and tag me @EatYourNutrition on Instagram. I love seeing your photos. #EatYourNutrition #LauraVillanueva

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