Cinnamon Apple Quick Soak Overnight Oats (Vegan Gluten-Free)
These are creamy, thick and so delicious, packed with fresh apple, lots of cinnamon and chia seeds. These oats take 5 minutes to make and 30 minutes to soak and are naturally high in protein, plant-based and gluten-free.
Welcome back to another instalment of my quick soak oats, which are recipes for breakfast oatmeal bowls that do not require you to soak the oats overnight. They are just as thick and creamy as regular oats, thanks to boiling water and a little half an hour soak in the bowl. This recipe is perfect for the cosy months and is packed with cinnamon and apple which are two of my favourite things together. They are ideal for autumn, or all year round, and are great for meal prep or for a quick breakfast on a busy morning.
Why will I love these oats?
These oats are amazing:
- Creamy, thick and spoon-able
- Naturally sweetened with cinnamon and apple
- Packed with fibre from the oats and apple
- Full of healthy omega fatty acids from the seeds
- Great source of gut healthy ingredients from fermented yoghurt
- Ideal for a quick breakfast
- Only takes 30 minutes (not overnight!) to soak
- Ready with 5 minutes of prep time
- Naturally plant-based, vegan and dairy-free
- Easily gluten-free and nut-free
- Ideal for all of the family
- Delicious for autumn or all year round
- Easy to make
- Contains a variety of vitamins and minerals
- You can play around with the toppings
- High in protein
- Will keep you full all morning
If you already love the sound of these oats, then skip ahead to the recipe card below. Or, first let’s discuss the recipe in more detail.
What ingredients do I need?
For the oats:
- Oats: rolled oats are best for texture but any oats area great. Make sure they are gluten-free, where needed.
- Apple: grate the apple for inside the oat base and another apple for on top. The apple adds natural sweetness and fibre, too.
- Ground flaxseed: these are great for thickening the oats and adding a host of brain-boosting minerals.
- Chia seeds: for omega 3 goodness and to thicken the oats.
- Boiling water: this is the key to thick and creamy oats. Pour this over the rolled oats and allow them to swell and absorb the hot water.
- Thick coconut or dairy-free yoghurt: I love Cocos Organic coconut yoghurt in natural or vanilla or use NUSH almond-based yoghurt. Make sure they are thick, creamy and without too many added ingredients.
- Plant-based milk: any dairy-free milk is great like oat, almond, soya or coconut (from the carton).
- Vegan vanilla protein powder: this makes the oats high in protein and will keep you fuller for longer. I like the Form vanilla protein here.
- Cinnamon: for the classic cosy flavour.
And to serve:
- Extra yoghurt and cinnamon: for a quick cinnamon yoghurt swirl.
- Apple: any eating apple is fine.
- Pecans: for a lovely sweet nutty crunch. If making this nut-free, use sunflower seeds. You can use other nuts, if you prefer, like walnuts or almonds.
- Redcurrants: these add a little pop of colour and tartness on top.
- Maple syrup: for a little sticky sweetness on top. Or you can use agave syrup or (vegan) honey.
Are they gluten-free and nut-free?
These are easily gluten-free, as long as you use certified gluten-free oats. To keep them nut-free, use coconut rather than almond yoghurt, check that your milk is nut-free and swap the pecans for sunflower seeds.
How do I make them?
These are quick to make in a few steps:
- Mix together the oats, seeds and grated apple: and now pour over the boiling water.
- Allow to rest for 30 minutes: to turn thick.
- Add in the cinnamon, protein, milk and yoghurt: and stir until creamy.
- Pour into bowls: and top with the cinnamon yoghurt and fruit.
- Enjoy straight away: or cover and keep for later.
How long will they last?
Keep these oats in the fridge, covered well or in a sealed container, for 2-3 days.
What other recipes can I try?
For other breakfast ideas:
- Chocolate Quinoa Quick Soak Oats
- Strawberry Almond Granola
- Quick Soak Creamy Overnight Protein Oats
- Strawberry Matcha Latte Overnight Oats
- Snickers Blended Oats
Cinnamon Apple Quick Soak Overnight Oats (Vegan Gluten-Free)
These are creamy, thick and so delicious, packed with fresh apple, lots of cinnamon and chia seeds. These oats take 5 minutes to make and 30 minutes to soak and are naturally high in protein, plant-based and gluten-free.
Ingredients
For the Oats:
- 80g rolled oats
- 1 apple, cored and grated
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 280ml boiling water
- 120g thick coconut yoghurt
- 120ml plant-based milk
- 40g vegan vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
To Top:
- 4 tbsp thick coconut yoghurt
- ¼ tsp cinnamon, plus extra
- 1 apple, cored and chopped
- 4 tbsp crushed pecans
- 2 tbsp redcurrants
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- For the oats, add the oats, grated apple, flaxseed, chia seeds to a bowl and stir well. Add in the boiling water and stir again. Leave for 30 minutes to soak.
- Now add in the yoghurt, milk, protein powder and cinnamon and stir until really creamy.
- For the topping, stir together the yoghurt and cinnamon.
- Divide between two bowls and top with the cinnamon yoghurt, chopped apple, pecans, redcurrants and a drizzle of syrup/
- Enjoy straight away or keep the oats in the fridge in a sealed container for 2-3 days.
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With quick apple love x
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