High-Protein, High-Fiber Apple Pie Overnight Oatmeal Recipe (9 Ingredients, 5 Minutes) High Fiber Recipes High Protein Recipes Breakfast Brunch Snacks Desserts Fruit Gluten-free

When looking for easy ways to increase protein and fiber intake, you really can't beat overnight oats. Overnight oatmeal simplifies breakfast because you literally throw a few ingredients into a container the night before and breakfast is ready when you wake up in the morning. Nice! This apple pie overnight oatmeal recipe is absolutely delicious, and it's packed with protein and fiber, too. If you're an apple pie lover who's looking for an easy way to eat healthier, then this overnight oats recipe is for you.

With apples, cinnamon and vanilla, this oatmeal recipe really does remind me of apple pie. The oatmeal is naturally sweet, thanks to the maple syrup and apples. Check out the health benefits of maple syrup and the health benefits of apples. The oatmeal packs a protein punch, thanks to the milk and cottage cheese (check out the health benefits of cottage cheese). The oats, which become more easily digestible as they soak overnight, and chia seeds provide a great source of fiber and other nutrients. Check out the health benefits of oats and the health benefits of chia seeds.

Here are the wholesome ingredients you'll need to make this nourishing high-protein and high-fiber overnight oatmeal recipe: milk, cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt), vanilla extract, maple syrup, rolled oats, chia seeds (or ground flax), cinnamon, salt and an apple. The chopped walnuts are optional but are a great addition (check out the health benefits of walnuts). All you do is combine the ingredients then let them soak in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving. Couldn't be any easier!

You can serve this gluten-free apple pie oatmeal recipe straight out of the refrigerator or warm it up, whichever you prefer. It's makes for an effortless breakfast any day of the week, or it could be part of a fun weekend brunch. We enjoy it as a snack to refuel throughout the day, and my husband has been known to sneak a few bites as a guilt-free dessert.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes plus 4 hours (or overnight) to soak
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes plus 4 hours (or overnight) to soak
Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk of choice
• 1/2 cup small curd cottage cheese (or plain Greek yogurt)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cups rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds (or ground flax)
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup apples, diced (I used honeycrisp apples)
• chopped walnuts (or pecans), for topping (optional)

Here's how to make it:

1. In a large mixing bowl, add the milk, cottage cheese, vanilla and maple syrup. Stir to combine. (If you don't like your cottage cheese chunky, you can whip it in a blender first. Alternatively, you can use plain Greek yogurt.)
2. Add the oats, chia, cinnamon and salt. Stir to combine. (Oats are naturally gluten-free, but if you need to be sure, use gluten-free oats.)
3. Fold in the apples. (You can peel them or not, whichever you prefer.)
4. Transfer the mixture to a large mason jar (or other airtight container). Cover with lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. When it's ready, remove from the refrigerator and scoop into bowls (or eat it straight from the jar!). Top with chopped nuts, if desired. Serve the oatmeal cold (delicious!), or warm it up. Store leftover oats in the mason jar (or other airtight container) in the refrigerator.

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