Apple Pie-Inspired Overnight Oats

There's no better way to usher in fall than apple pie-inspired overnight oats in the morning. Prep and store this easy breakfast ahead of time to have on hand for busy work and school mornings. You can substitute any nondairy milk for the reduced-fat milk, or try kefir if you want your oats extra tangy.

Active Time:15 mins      Total Time: 12 hrs 15 mins          Servings: 4

Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free  Nut-Free  Healthy  Soy-Free  Healthy High-Fiber Heart-Healthy  Healthy Vegetarian  Healthy High-Protein  Egg-Free  Gluten-Free

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups chopped tart apples, such as Granny Smith, plus more for garnish

• 2 ½ tablespoons pure maple syrup

• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest, plus more for garnish

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger

• 2 cups reduced-fat milk

• 1 cup nonfat plain strained yogurt, such as Greek-style

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 2 ¼ cups old-fashioned rolled 

Directions

1. Combine apples, maple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon and ginger in a small saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until the apples are slightly softened and a syrup forms, 5 to 8 minutes. Set aside to cool.

2. Whisk milk, yogurt, salt and lemon zest together in a large bowl until smooth. Fold in oats until well combined. Divide the oat mixture among 4 (1-cup) jars with lids, about 3/4 cup each. Divide the apple mixture among the jars, about 3 tablespoons each. Cover the jars and refrigerate for 12 hours or up to 5 days.

3. Before serving, garnish with more lemon zest and apple, if desired.

4. To make ahead - 

5. Refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Equipment

4 (1-cup) jars with lids