These Caramel Apple Overnight Oats are the best breakfast to cook ahead of time if you like caramel apples and fall flavors. They’re creamy, sweet, and packed with cinnamon-spiced apples, making them taste like dessert while keeping you full and energized. The best part? You don’t have to cook anything; just mix it up, put it in the fridge overnight, and enjoy it in the morning!
Equipment Needed
- Mason jar (or airtight container)
- Stir with a spoon
- A little knife for cutting apples into pieces
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ½ apple, diced (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (for thickness)
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tbsp sugar-free caramel sauce (plus extra for topping)
- ¼ tsp sea salt (for that salted caramel kick)
- Extra caramel drizzle
- Chopped nuts, like walnuts or pecans
- More cinnamon
Instructions
- Cut the apple into small pieces.
Cut half an apple into little pieces that are easy to eat. - Mix the Oats Base
Put rolled oats, milk, chia seeds, vanilla essence, cinnamon, maple syrup, and the diced apple in a mason jar. Mix well.
- Add the Caramel Drizzle
Add 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce and a teaspoon of sea salt to make it taste rich and sweet. - Seal & Chill Overnight
Cover the jar and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours) to let the oats soak. - Stir & Serve
In the morning, stir the oats and add a little extra milk if needed. - Add Toppings & Enjoy
Drizzle with extra caramel, sprinkle cinnamon, and add chopped nuts.
Tips & Variations
- Use a crisp apple! Granny Smith, Fuji, or Honeycrisp are the best.
- Want it to be even creamier? Add Greek yogurt or coconut cream.
- For a protein boost, stir in a scoop of vanilla protein powder.
- Use almond, oat, or coconut milk instead of dairy to make it dairy-free.
- Let the oats sit overnight for the best flavor!
- No caramel sauce? Mix some maple syrup into almond butter.
- No chia seeds? Swap for flaxseeds or reduce the milk slightly.
- Want more crunch? Add granola or toasted nuts before serving.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Make several jars at once for meal prep!
Final Thoughts
And that’s it—your Caramel Apple Overnight Oats are ready! They’re sweet, creamy, and packed with warm fall flavors, just like your favorite caramel apple dessert. Try them out, take a pic, and let me know how they turned out. Enjoy! 🍏🍯✨