Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats (High-Protein)
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious start to your day with these high-protein Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats! This easy, one-jar breakfast is packed with warm cinnamon spice, tender apples, and a boost of protein to keep you energized all morning long!
Ingredients
- ½ cup chopped apples peeled if desired
- Pinch salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ tablespoon pure maple syrup
- ½ tablespoon brown sugar or 1 tablespoon total of either brown sugar or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice optional
- ½ tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup old-fashioned or instant oats
- 2 tablespoons collagen or protein powder unflavored or vanilla
- ½ cup filtered milk or dairy or non-dairy milk
- optional toppings cinnamon, chopped apples, granola or oats, or chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Combine the chopped apples, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup and/or brown sugar, and lemon juice in a microwave-safe bowl or glass jar.
- Microwave on high for 1-1.5 minutes or until the apples have softened and the juices release.
- Stir in the chia seeds, oats, and protein or collagen powder until well combined.
- Stir in the milk until well combined. If not already using a glass jar with a lid, transfer the mixture to one. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours if using instant oats or 5 hours to overnight if using old-fashioned oats.
- Serve cold, topped with your favorite toppings, such as ground cinnamon, chopped apples or nuts, granola, and more.
Notes
Storage Directions
Leftovers keep in a glass jar with a lid or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, though they are best within the first 2 days. I don’t recommend freezing this recipe.
Recipe Pro-Tips
- Cook the apples until tender. Microwaving the apples with the spices and sweeteners helps release their natural sweetness and enhances the flavor and texture. This will make for an extra tasty apple cinnamon overnight oats protein recipe!
- Adjust soaking time. Instant oats soften faster, so they need less time to soak (at least 2 hours), while old-fashioned oats need more time to absorb the liquid (at least 5 hours).
- Multiply the recipe for meal prep. Make a double or triple batch to enjoy ready-made meals all week long!
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 24gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 109mgPotassium: 104mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 236IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 363mgIron: 8mg
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