Breakfast
If you’re looking for a new and delicious way to sneak in some extra protein then you must try these Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats. They are loaded with healthy fats, fiber and lots of protein to keep you full through lunchtime. Best part is, they are creamy and taste just like apple pie!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Cottage cheese overnight oats only take a few minutes to prep.
- They taste like having apple pie for breakfast.
- This recipe is loaded with healthy fats, fiber and lots of protein.
- Cottage cheese is a great way to sneak in extra protein.
- These oats are creamy and full of flavor.
- Apples are blended into the oats and also mixed in for the perfect crunch.
- Can totally customize your flavors as well.
- A great meal prep for the whole week!
- If you loved this recipe, be sure to check out my Strawberry Cottage Cheese Chia Pudding for another idea!
Ingredients And Substitutions
These are the main ingredients and substitutions for Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats. Scroll down to the recipe card for a full list of ingredients and instructions.
This recipe uses old fashion rolled oats that are naturally gluten free. I have not tasted this recipe with quick oats as I’m sure it would totally change the structure of the recipe.
I love the brand good culture cottage cheese, it has the best flavor and texture in my opinion. I use the low-fat version, but you can use any type or any brand.
Maple syrup is one of my favorite sweeteners to use in my recipes because it’s all natural and adds a great flavor. You may use honey, agave, date syrup or even coconut sugar or cane sugar would be fine.
Chia seeds adds not only protein and omega-3’s to this recipe but it also creates a more sasiating meal by making it more filling.
Any type of milk or nut milk will work such as dairy milk, oat milk, almond milk or coconut milk.
Cinnamon adds a ton of flavor to these oats.
I like to use honey crisp apples because they are crisp, sweet and just one of my favorites. But feel free to use any type of apple that you’d like, I prefer red but green would work too.
How To Make
ONE: In a blender, add in cottage cheese, maple syrup, milk, cinnamon, and apples. Blend until smooth and creamy.
TWO: Next, mix together the oats and chia seeds, then add in the milk mixture and mix until fully combined. Cover and store in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours or best overnight.
THREE: When ready, give the oats another mix and then serve with fresh apple slices, almond butter and more cinnamon.
Tips And Tricks
Blending the cottage cheese with the milk and apples creates a frothy texture that gives these oats the ultimate creamy taste.
Let oats soak for a minimum of 4 hours, but best overnight.
You can also blend apple sauce instead of whole apples if preferred.
How To Serve And Store
Serve these Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats cold with freshly chopped apples and cinnamon. You can also add on nuts like almonds, cashews, walnuts or pecans. I like to drizzle mine with a bit of almond butter too.
If you don’t like cold oats, you can also reheat them in the microwave or on the stove top.
Store oats in an airtight container, like thesejars, and enjoy within 4-5 days.
My Favorite Containers For Overnight Oats
These are thejarsthat are shown in the photos, they are spice jars, but work great for overnight oats.
Alternatively, you can also useweck jars,mason jars,these glass jars with plastic lids, orthese glass jars with a bamboo lids.
Taste And Texture
These Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats tastes like a apple pie but is actually healthy for you! They have a lovely apple flavor with warm cinnamon.
The texture is frothy, creamy and smooth!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have the blend the cottage cheese? Or can I use it whole?
No you don’t have to blend the cottage cheese, as long as you don’t mind the chunks of cottage cheese in your oats. I do think blending them creates a better texture though.
Do I have to eat these cold, or can they be warmed up?
I prefer eating them cold, but they can definitely be enjoyed warm. Heat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
What if I don’t like the texture of overnight oats?
Tryblending them! They will have a more pudding like texture that is insanely delish!
What are those jars in the photos?
These are thejarsthat are shown in the photos, they are spice jars, but work great for overnight oats. Alternatively, you can also useweck jars,mason jars,these glass jars with plastic lids, orthese glass jars with a bamboo lids.
Other Recipes You May Like
- Strawberry Cottage Cheese Chia Pudding
- Strawberry Overnight Oats
- Matcha Overnight Oats
- Tiramisu Overnight Oats
- Cottage Cheesecake Jars
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