Meals for Your Planner: Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
I'm a little late to the game, but recently I discovered overnight oats. I love how convenient and versatile they are. Easy too. I thought it would be a good topic to share for those who are looking for a quick or inexpensive breakfast.
If you haven't made these before, don't hesitate when reading ingredients as I find, so far, I have been able to substitute or leave out certain ones. Really, as long as you have the oats and some kind of milk you're good.
Substituting Overnight Oats Ingredients
When I first started making them, I saw ingredients like chia seeds, Greek yogurt, muesli, and flaxseed - which aren't things I had on hand or buy regularly. However, the more I searched, I did end up finding some simpler recipes and established somewhat of a base I'm going to use for my oats going forward. I also noticed it's easy to substitute ingredients.
For example, the blueberry overnight oats recipe I was following one of the first times I made them called for Greek yogurt. I'd forgotten to add that to my shopping list when planning so I substituted some raspberry Activia and it did the trick! It doesn't have to be exact as long as you have a good feeling the flavours will go well together. I know there's a considerable price difference with Greek yogurt as well, but since it makes so many portions - I decided to get it.
Really, it all comes down to preference. With all that said, the other night I went searching for a simple apple cinnamon version. I couldn't find one that I loved, so I made up my own.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oats (rolled, old fashioned, large flake)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup greek yogurt
- 1/2 apple, chopped
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)*
- 1/8 tsp cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
*Note: submerge the apples in a cup or so of cold water and add lemon juice to prevent browning.
Directions
- Add oats and milk to a jar or container
- Add greek yogurt
- Add chopped apple
- Sprinkle with cinnamon and salt
- Drizzle with syrup
- Close the jar or container and place it in the fridge overnight
- Give it a stir before eating
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Thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoy this recipe!
If you've had overnight oats before, what are some of your favourites?
Also, don't feel bad if your overnight oats aren't as pretty as the ones on Pinterest, mine aren't (see photo below). They'll still be tasty.
