Cinnamon Apple Streusel Overnight Oats
These Cinnamon Apple Streusel Overnight Oats are a delightful and convenient breakfast option, perfect for busy mornings. Prepare them the night before for a grab-and-go meal that's packed with flavor and healthy ingredients.
Equipment
- Jar or container
- Small bowl
- Spoon
Ingredients
Overnight Oats
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if desired)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, e.g., almond, soy, oat)
- 1 medium apple peeled, cored, and finely diced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- nutmeg Pinch of
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or brown sugar)
Streusel Topping
- 1 tablespoon crushed nuts (pecans, walnuts)
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
- cinnamon Tiny pinch of
Instructions
Preparation
- In a jar or container, combine the rolled oats, milk, finely diced apple, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup.
- Stir all ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serving
- The next morning, prepare the streusel by mixing crushed nuts, brown sugar, and a pinch of cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Stir the overnight oats; if too thick, add a splash of milk to reach the desired consistency.
- Top the oats with the prepared streusel mixture and serve cold, or warm gently in the microwave if preferred.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can toast the nuts lightly before crushing them for the streusel topping. Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less maple syrup.