Think of this as comfort food with benefits. Apple Pie Overnight Oats isn’t just a clever way to reuse pantry staples. It is a genuinely nourishing breakfast disguised as dessert. The sweet warmth of cinnamon, the soft bite of soaked oats, the crunch of walnuts and almonds, and the freshness of crisp apples come together in a way that feels indulgent but actually supports your health goals.
At a metabolic level, this breakfast does a lot more than just fill you up. Rolled oats are rich in soluble fibre, which helps keep you full and slows the release of sugars into your bloodstream. That makes it ideal for anyone managing energy dips, cravings, or blood sugar swings. Chia and pumpkin seeds add omega 3 fats, magnesium, and plant protein. Yoghurt brings in gut supportive probiotics and a satisfying creaminess. Cinnamon isn’t just for flavour. It has been shown to support insulin sensitivity and blood sugar balance.
The best part is it takes just five minutes to assemble, and your fridge does the rest. Whether you tend to skip breakfast, crave something sweet mid-morning, or want to avoid processed cereal options, this is your quick, no cook fix. It is nostalgic, grounding, and high impact. The kind of breakfast that leaves you feeling better after eating it.

Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp rolled oats
- 2 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp pumpkin seeds
- 2-3 walnut halves broken into pieces
- 1 dried apricot or fig chopped or 1 tbsp raisins/cranberries
- a few drops of liquid stevia or monk fruit sweetener optional
- 1 pinch salt
- 90 ml milk dairy-free alternatives work too
- 1 tbsp yoghurt dairy-free alternatives work too
Instructions
Step 1
- Mix together the rolled oats, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, walnut pieces, liquid stevia or monk fruit sweetener (optional), and salt in a jar, leaving a little room on top.
Step 2
- Add the milk and yoghurt and stir well. Add flavouring of your choice.
Step 3
- Cover and leave in the refrigerator overnight.
Step 4
- Just before eating, stir well. Top with yoghurt or nut butter and berries of your choice. Eat straight out of the jar!
Notes
Nutrition
If you try this recipe, share a photo with #madhavishilpi • I’d love to see your creations on Instagram and Facebook.
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Madhavi Shilpi
Nutritionist
Prediabetes Coach
Think of this as comfort food with benefits. Apple Pie Overnight Oats isn’t just a clever way to reuse pantry staples. It is a genuinely nourishing breakfast disguised as dessert. The sweet warmth of cinnamon, the soft bite of soaked oats, the crunch of walnuts and almonds, and the freshness of crisp apples come together in a way that feels indulgent but actually supports your health goals.
At a metabolic level, this breakfast does a lot more than just fill you up. Rolled oats are rich in soluble fibre, which helps keep you full and slows the release of sugars into your bloodstream. That makes it ideal for anyone managing energy dips, cravings, or blood sugar swings. Chia and pumpkin seeds add omega 3 fats, magnesium, and plant protein. Yoghurt brings in gut supportive probiotics and a satisfying creaminess. Cinnamon isn’t just for flavour. It has been shown to support insulin sensitivity and blood sugar balance.
The best part is it takes just five minutes to assemble, and your fridge does the rest. Whether you tend to skip breakfast, crave something sweet mid-morning, or want to avoid processed cereal options, this is your quick, no cook fix. It is nostalgic, grounding, and high impact. The kind of breakfast that leaves you feeling better after eating it.

Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp rolled oats
- 2 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp pumpkin seeds
- 2-3 walnut halves broken into pieces
- 1 dried apricot or fig chopped or 1 tbsp raisins/cranberries
- a few drops of liquid stevia or monk fruit sweetener optional
- 1 pinch salt
- 90 ml milk dairy-free alternatives work too
- 1 tbsp yoghurt dairy-free alternatives work too
Instructions
Step 1
- Mix together the rolled oats, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, walnut pieces, liquid stevia or monk fruit sweetener (optional), and salt in a jar, leaving a little room on top.
Step 2
- Add the milk and yoghurt and stir well. Add flavouring of your choice.
Step 3
- Cover and leave in the refrigerator overnight.
Step 4
- Just before eating, stir well. Top with yoghurt or nut butter and berries of your choice. Eat straight out of the jar!
Notes
Nutrition
If you try this recipe, share a photo with #madhavishilpi • I’d love to see your creations on Instagram and Facebook.
SHARE

Madhavi Shilpi
Nutritionist
Prediabetes Coach






