Apple Pie Overnight Oats
This dessert-for-breakfast dish tastes decadent but it also has nutrients that will help you keep your blood pressure in check.
Featuring creamy spicedoats layered with gently sautéed apples, Apple Pie Overnight Oats is a simple make-ahead breakfast that protects your heart. Apples are full of flavonoids, antioxidants, and potassium to help keep your blood pressure at a healthy level.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (not quick-cooking oats)
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- ¾ tsp. ground cinnamon, divided
- ¼ tsp. ground ginger
- 1 ½ cups 2% milk or plant-based milk
- Optional: 2 scoops protein powder
- ½ tsp. coconut oil
- 1 medium Macintosh apple, chopped
Directions
- Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, ½ tsp. cinnamon, ground ginger, milk, and protein powder (if desired) to a large bowl. Mix well until combined. Cover and refrigerate overnight for best results or for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving the overnight oats, heat coconut oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the apples. Sprinkle with ¼ tsp. cinnamon. Sauté the apples until softened, about 6-8 minutes. Turn off the heat and set aside.
- To assemble the overnight oats, divide the oat mixture amongst two glass jars or bowls. Add half of the apples to each serving.
Note
Alternately, you can prepare the sautéed apples in advance and serve the entire dish cold.
