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Apple Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats
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Apple Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats

Apple Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats are a creamy, protein-packed breakfast made with fresh apples, warming cinnamon, and hearty oats. This no-cook, make-ahead recipe tastes like apple pie for breakfast while keeping you full and energized.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time8 hours 5 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple cinnamon breakfast, apple cottage cheese overnight oats, overnight oats, overnight oats healthy, overnight oats high protein, overnight oats in a jar
Servings: 1 jar
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: 1

Equipment

  • jar or airtight container

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup rolled oats
  • 0.5 cup cottage cheese
  • 0.33 cup milk of choice
  • 0.5 cup fresh apple, diced
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.125 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Instructions

  • Add rolled oats, cottage cheese, milk, and chia seeds to a jar or bowl. Stir until evenly combined.
  • Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and maple syrup until well blended.
  • Gently fold in diced apples, reserving a small portion for topping if desired.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until thick and creamy.
  • Stir well before serving. Top with extra apple pieces and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Notes

Use small-curd cottage cheese for the smoothest texture. Dice apples finely for even distribution and best crunch.