Applesauce Overnight Oats
Creamy overnight oats made with unsweetened applesauce and warm cinnamon. No cooking, no added sugar needed, and ready to grab from the fridge in the morning.
Servings 1 serving
Ingredients
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup milk of choice dairy, almond, oat, or soy
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds for extra thickness
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup if you want extra sweetness
Instructions
Make the Overnight Oats
- Add the rolled oats, milk, unsweetened applesauce, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to a mason jar or container with a lid. Add any optional add-ins at this point.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Cover with a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight (8 to 12 hours) for best results.
- In the morning, remove from the fridge and give it a good stir. If the oats are too thick, add a splash of milk and stir again.
- Add your favorite toppings (granola, sliced apple, chopped nuts, nut butter) and enjoy cold, or microwave for 1 to 2 minutes if you prefer them warm.
Notes
- Oat type: Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture. Quick oats get too mushy. Steel-cut oats won't soften enough.
- Sweetener: Taste before adding maple syrup or honey. The applesauce usually provides all the sweetness you need.
- Meal prep: Make 4 to 5 jars on Sunday for the whole week. They keep for 3 to 4 days in the fridge.
- Toppings: Add granola, nuts, and fresh fruit in the morning to keep them from getting soggy.
- Warm option: Microwave for 1 to 2 minutes if you prefer a warm breakfast.