Applesauce Overnight Oats
These applesauce overnight oats are easy to make and naturally sweetened with homemade applesauce. The ideal healthy make-ahead breakfast.
Servings 1
Equipment
- microwave-safe bowl
- immersion blender (or potato masher or food processor)
- mason jar or airtight container
Ingredients
For the applesauce (makes 125g or ½ cup)
- 1 medium apple peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the overnight oats
- ½ cup old fashioned oats (40g)
- ½ cup milk of choice (125ml)
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of salt
Instructions
Make the applesauce
- Place the chopped apples, cinnamon and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and pierce a few holes on top.1 medium apple, 1 tablespoon water, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until the apple pieces are soft and tender. If you don't have a microwave, combine the applesauce ingredients in a saucepan, cover, and cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to mash the apple pieces in the bowl. You could also use a food processor or potato masher. Set it aside to cool.
Assemble the overnight oats
- In a sealable jar or container, combine the oats, milk, cooled applesauce, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.½ cup old fashioned oats (40g), ½ cup milk of choice (125ml), ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, ½ teaspoon vanilla, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, pinch of salt
- Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Secure the jar or container with a lid (or cover tightly with plastic wrap) and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- When ready to enjoy, uncover and give the oats a good stir. If they're too thick, you can add a splash of milk.
- Serve chilled with your favorite toppings, or warm in the microwave for about a minute.
- Enjoy!
Notes
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
- Use Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats: They soften perfectly without getting mushy. Avoid instant or steel-cut oats.
- Adjust the Liquid: Stir in a splash of milk if the oats feel too thick.
- Customize Sweetness: Taste and tweak with cinnamon, maple syrup, or other spices before chilling.
- Add Toppings Last: Keep nuts, granola, and fruit fresh by adding them just before serving.
