My High Protein Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats recipe takes only a few minutes to make, and ends up as a hearty, satisfying breakfast the next morning!
This apple cinnamon overnight oats recipe is one of the first I designed, when I really got into making overnight oats last year.
I’ve always loved the apple cinnamon flavoured instant oatmeal packet breakfasts, and this one has a similar profile - kind of an apple pie oatmeal.
Overnight oats, in general has definitely been a game changer when it came to increasing my protein intake... and a batch of this comes in at around 23 grams of protein per serving!
Definitely one of my favorite ways to sneak some extra protein in my diet!
You can just eat it right out of the storage container - no extra dishes needed. (Well, a spoon.)
Want to make sure you have an easy, healthy breakfast the whole week?
Do up a big batch - several jars - assembly-line style. It’s a great meal prep option, and an absolutely delicious breakfast for busy mornings!
Anyway, enough raving, let’s look at what you’ll need for this recipe!
Ingredients
You’ll only need a few simple ingredients to make high protein apple cinnamon overnight oats ... and I have some ingredient notes for you:
Fresh Apples
I use ½ an apple for each jar of my cinnamon apple overnight oats. Really, this is an “eyeball it” thing, rather than something that needs to be measured.
If you want some extra apple flavour, use a bit more. If you want less, use less. It’s all good!
In terms of what type of apple, I tend to use Mutsu apples whenever I can get them. I love their balance of natural sweetness and bright, slightly tart flavour!
Granny Smith apples and honey crisp apples are some of our other favourites. Really, use whatever apples you like to eat raw!
Rolled Oats
This recipe uses Rolled Oats, which can also be labeled as old rolled fashioned oats, or even just old-fashioned oats
Two things to note here:
1. Be sure to use certified gluten-free oats if you are avoiding gluten for any reason.
Oats themselves are gluten free, but they’re also HIGHLY likely to be cross-contaminated with wheat, if it’s not certified that they’re NOT.
2. Steel-cut oats, and any form of quick oats - AKA or instant oats - aren’t going to work the same way in this recipe, as they all behave differently.
Because they’re processed and cut differently, they’ll take up liquid differently, for the same measure of oats. Steel cut oats will have a more tough texture, and quick cooking oats will make a mushy overnight oats.
For best results, stick to rolled oats. It really is the best type of oats for this making overnight oatmeal!
Unsweetened Almond Milk
Unsweetened Almond Milk has been my milk of choice for years now. It was a great dairy-free option when I could no longer handle cow’s milk, and it’s a great option when trying to keep low carb.
When it comes down to it, though... depending on your macros, you can use pretty much any kind of milk in this recipe.
As far as dairy-free milk goes, Oat milk, Cashew Milk, Flax Milk, Macadamia Milk and Coconut Milk are all good options.
Sometimes you can even find a soy milk with added protein!
Almond is the most neutral tasting option, though - so just know that the other plant milk varieties may change the overall flavour of your apple cinnamon overnight oats a bit - it’ll really depend on the flavour of protein powder you’re using.
Anyway, beyond the non-dairy milk options, regular milk works, too - just a bit higher carb.
You can use whatever you like, but I’d recommend at least 2% fat, for texture reasons. Whole milk is great... I find 1% / skim milk to be too watery, IMHO.
Vanilla Flavored Protein Powder
This recipe uses Vanilla Flavored Whey Protein Powder.
Personally, I keep a big canister of Revolution Nutrition's High Whey in Vanilla Cake on hand at all times, and use it in a TON of my recipe - baked goods, beverages, etc.
Use whatever vanilla protein powder that you like to drink, and fits your macros.
Chia Seeds
Each serving of this high protein overnight oats uses a tablespoon of chia seeds, which serves a few purposes.
First of all, it absorbs some of the milk and gives the overnight oats a nicer texture, IMHO. More creamy than if you don’t use them.
They also add a little more protein, some heart-healthy fatty acids, and fiber, well as some minerals and antioxidants. A great ingredient, overall!
Collagen Peptides
This one is optional, but I like to add a scoop of Unflavored Collagen Peptides Powder , as an easy way to give my overnight oats a boost of extra protein.
If you’re not particularly concerned about adding additional protein and don’t have any collagen on hand, you can feel free to skip it.
Optional Garnishes
These high protein apple cinnamon overnight oats make delicious breakfasts on their own, but hey - toppings are the fun part!
You can use whipped cream, or top with some vanilla yogurt for a healthier topping. Greek yogurt is a great option for some additional protein, but you could use pretty much any type of yogurt - even coconut yogurt!
If you want to add some crunch, try some chopped nuts - I like chopped pecans and chopped walnuts - or sunflower seeds.
Finish off with some shredded or chopped apple, dried cranberries, or a sprinkle of nutmeg or pumpkin spice!
Just note: The nutritional information provided does not include any garnishes you may add, and actual nutrient values may vary slightly based on what protein powder you use.
Everything Else
Rounding out this recipe, you will need:
Maple Syrup
Cinnamon
Salt
... I just don’t have anything to add, as far as these last few ingredients go. Pretty basic ones!
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How to Make High Protein Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
The full recipe is in the printable recipe card at the end of this post, here is a pictorial walk through with step-by-step instructions:
For each mason jar (or other airtight container):
Measure almond milk, shredded apple, protein powder, chia seeds, collagen, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt into the jar.
Stir with a fork until well mixed.
Add the rolled oats to the jar, mix to combine with the rest of the ingredients . Cover and chill overnight.
The next day, give each jar a good stir, and add a small amount of milk if you’d like a thinner texture.
Garnish with your favorite toppings as desired, and serve.
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High Protein Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Equipment
- 1 500 ml Mason Jar A Pint Jar
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup Unsweetened Almond Milk Or whatever milk you like to drink.
- ½ Apple Shredded. I tend to use Mutsu apples.
- 1 scoop Protein Powder We use Revolution Nutrition's High Whey
- 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Collagen Peptides optional
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- Pinch Salt
- ½ cup Rolled Oats
- Optional garnishes: Whipped cream, nuts, raisins, dried cranberries, more apple, etc.
Instructions
For each mason jar:
- Measure almond milk, shredded apple, protein powder, chia seeds, collagen, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt into the jar. Stir with a fork until well mixed.
- Add the rolled oats to the jar, mix to combine. Cover and chill overnight.
- The next morning, give each jar a good stir, garnish as desired, and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
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One of my absolute favourite high protein overnight oats recipes - hope you love it as much as we do!