Apple Pie Overnight Oats (A Cozy Dessert-Inspired Breakfast)

If apple pie and cheesecake had a healthy breakfast version, this would be it. These apple pie overnight oats are creamy, cozy, lightly spiced with cinnamon, and topped with crunchy cookie crumbs for that true dessert feel.

Sweet dates, fresh apple, maple syrup, and creamy yogurt make this an easy make-ahead breakfast that tastes like autumn in a jar.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Great for busy mornings
• Tastes like apple pie dessert
• Perfect make-ahead breakfast
• Creamy, cozy, and satisfying
• Naturally sweetened with dates

Optional Toppings

For an even more dessert-like version, add:

• Chopped walnuts or pecans
• Extra cinnamon
• Caramel sauce
• More apple slices
• Vanilla yogurt

Tips for Best Results

• Use sweet apples like Honeycrisp or Gala
• Grated apple gives a softer texture, while diced apple adds crunch
• Add extra milk in the morning if needed
• The oats become creamier overnight as the chia seeds thicken the mixture

These apple pie overnight oats are cozy, creamy, and packed with warm cinnamon flavor—the perfect healthy breakfast that tastes like dessert.

Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Ingredients (1–2 servings)

• 200 g plain or Greek yogurt (about 3/4–1 cup)
• 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 small apple
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 5 dates, chopped
• 1 cookie or digestive biscuit, crushed
• Maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, milk, oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and chopped dates.

Cut the apple into small cubes or grate it coarsely.

Place the apple at the bottom of a jar.

Pour the oat mixture over the apples.

Top with crushed cookie crumbs and drizzle with maple syrup.

Cover and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4–6 hours).

Enjoy!