Name: Apple Pie Overnight Oats
Prep time: 117 min
Cook time: 273 min
Total time: 390 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 0.75 cup crisp, sweet apple, cut into small bite-size pieces (peeling is optional for less texture); 0.75 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 pinch sea salt; 0.75 cup unsweetened plain almond milk (or sub other dairy-free milk of choice); 1 tbsp chia seeds; 1 tbsp maple syrup (1/2 - 1 tbsp, adjust to taste); 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon; 2 tbsp creamy unsalted cashew or almond butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 0.5 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free as needed)

Instructions

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1

Combine crisp, sweet apple, cut into small bite-size pieces (0.75 cup), ground cinnamon (0.75 tsp), maple syrup (1 tbsp), and sea salt (1 pinch) in a small saucepan. Cook covered on low, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft and tender.
2

Remove lid, increase heat to medium, and cook, stirring constantly, until liquid evaporates and a syrup forms around the apples. Set aside.
3

In a small bowl, whisk unsweetened plain almond milk (0.75 cup), chia seeds (1 tbsp), maple syrup (1 tbsp), ground cinnamon (0.5 tsp), creamy unsalted cashew or almond butter (2 tbsp), and vanilla extract (1 tsp). Stir in rolled oats (0.5 cup) until well-combined.
4

Layer a quarter of the cooked apple mixture into the bottom of each of two small mason jars or bowls. Add half the oats mixture to each as the middle layer, then divide and place the remaining apple mixture on top. Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
5

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Overnight oats will keep in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, though best within the first 12-24 hours.