This Apple Pie Overnight Quinoa makes a tasty breakfast for work or school. Naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with tons of flavor!
Being in-between seasons can be confusing for your body. Do we eat a creamy, comforting bowl of oatmeal because it's September or do we stick with our cool and refreshing smoothie bowl? Decisions, decisions.
But with today's new overnight quinoa recipe, I don't think you'll have to choose. We've got all the bases covered with this one.
For starters, it’s made with a mix of grains and other simple ingredients.
Then, it has a hearty texture from being a grain-based breakfast, while still keeping that refreshing summer vibe because it’s served chilled.
And finally, the flavor. Apple pie is, of course, perfect for fall, but by adding chunks of fresh (uncooked) apples on top, the breakfast becomes bright, juicy, and refreshing!
Now I've shared a few overnight quinoa recipes before, but this Apple Pie Overnight Quinoa is definitely my favorite.
We start with a base of quinoa flakes, then add chia and hemp seeds, some cinnamon and nutmeg (<– duh), and top it off with unsweetened almond milk. Protein powder is optional, and it adds a little extra sweetness if you like.
It's one of those breakfasts that tastes fancy but literally takes no more than 5 minutes to make.
I like serving mine with the apples on top then a generous drizzle of peanut butter, but you could certainly stir both of those in if you need a total grab-and-go breakfast option.
Either way, it's going to delight your taste buds, remind you of all things fall, but still keep you in that fresh, feelin' of summer!
If you're looking for more on-the-go breakfast recipes for fall, I definitely recommend you try my Pumpkin Pie Quinoa Breakfast Cookies, the Carrot Cake Chia Pudding, or even my Banana Quinoa Breakfast Bars!
And when you try this recipe, I'd love to see your photos ❤️ you can share them with me on Instagram by tagging @simplyquinoa or using #simplyquinoa!
More Overnight Quinoa Recipes to Try:
- Strawberry + Coconut Overnight Quinoa
- Lemon Blueberry Overnight Quinoa
- Vanilla Almond Overnight Quinoa
- Raspberry Dark Chocolate Overnight Quinoa
- Orange Turmeric Overnight Quinoa
- Pumpkin Pie Quinoa Overnight Oats
Apple Pie Overnight Quinoa
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup quinoa flakes
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder optional*
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup almond milk + more if needed
- 1 small apple chopped
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter optional
Instructions
- In a wide mouth mason jar, add the quinoa, seeds, protein powder and spices. Top with almond milk and stir (or shake) to combine. Place in the fridge overnight.
- When ready to serve, remove from fridge, stir in a bit more almond milk if needed and top with apples and peanut butter.
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Can you also use a whey based protein?
Yep!
can i use soy milk?
Absolutely!
Hello!-
I’m new to your blog! i love the recipes that I’ve come across so far! Also started to follow you on IG. But I have one question, what are Quinoa Flakes? and where do you buy them? your link is only for regular quinoa…..
Quinoa flakes are essentially the rolled oats version of quinoa! You can buy them online or at most natural food stores, OR you can also substitute them with quick cooking oats 🙂
YUM, this recipe looks delicious! I have never cooked with quinoa flakes before–must be a wonderful ingredient to use!
Hi!
Quick question ~ do you think oats would work in this? No quinoa flakes in the pantry tonight, but dying to have this in the morning ????
P.S. Tried your Pad Thai Zucchini Noodle Salad tonight!!!!! Fan-stinkin’-tastic!!!!
Oh yes, definitely!!!
I love the ingredients in this recipe!! Can’t wait to try it! Thank you for posting it 🙂
Hope you enjoy it!! xx
Is the calories correct? 544 seems really high.
I think it’s calculating for whole quinoa instead of flakes, so I’d say assume it’s more in the 400 range 🙂
Hi Alyssa,
I’d love to try this out, it looks delicious! I noticed that your recipe states to use quinoa flakes, but the link in the ingredients list is for quinoa, not quinoa flakes. I just wanted to confirm – should I use quinoa flakes, or quinoa for this recipe?
Thanks for sharing!
I like using quinoa flakes, but you could also try cooked quinoa OR rolled oats!
Will this work with regular quinoa instead of flakes?
I think so! I’d use cooked of course and maybe increase the portion to like 3/4 of a cup!
This looks like a really good recipe. I need more healthy foods like this that I can eat in the morning. I usually just eat a couple Kind bars for breakfast! Your website is very cool. It reminds me of minimalist baker. I found that on www.fizzle.co. Thanks for sharing this content.
I’d definitely suggest trying this instead of Kind bars! That’s quite a bit of sugar to start your morning off with 🙂
I have Never used the flakes are they different as with the Regular Quinoa as with it you have to Rinse in A few times so it’s not so bitter Do you need to Do that with the Flakes My Dr told to make my Mind up to loose my extra Pounds ASAP so back to what I know I NEED TO DO QUINOA THANK YOU
Nope! But what you could do is toast them before you use them 🙂