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 we have the oats and something along the lines of milk / yogurt for moisture we'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 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 have had overnight oats before, what are some of your favourites?
