Butterscotch Caramel Apple Overnight Oats

These Butterscotch Caramel Apple Oats are a cozy combination of warm fall flavors layered into one satisfying jar. The bottom layer combines diced apples, cinnamon, vanilla, salted caramel peanut spread, and vanilla protein powder for a sweet caramel apple flavor. The top layer brings together mashed banana, butterscotch chips, chopped pecans, and vanilla for a soft, buttery butterscotch flavor. Ground flax is mixed into both layers for added texture and thickness, making these overnight oats a delicious and filling option for an easy breakfast.

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Pictured: Two jars

Serving Size: Three jars

Ingredients

Apple Oats (Bottom Layer)

• 1 cup oats

• 1 cup almond milk

• 2 tbsp ground flax  

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

• ¼ cup yogurt

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1 large apple (diced small)

• Salted caramel peanut spread (optional - see helpful tips section)

Butterscotch Oats (Top Layer)

• 1 cup oats

• 1 cup almond milk

• 2 tbsp ground flax  

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

• ¼ cup yogurt

• Pinch of salt

• 1 banana (mashed)

• ¼ cup chopped pecans

• ⅓ cup butterscotch chips

• 1 tbsp brown sugar replacement

Directions

1. Salted caramel peanut spread. Add desired amount to the bottom of each jar.

2. Apple Oats:  Add all apple oat ingredients to a medium sized mixing bowl, stir until combined. Divide mixture evenly between three jars.

3. Butterscotch Oats:  Add all butterscotch oat ingredients to a medium sized mixing bowl, stir until combined. Divide mixture evenly between three jars.

4. Let sit in the fridge overnight, or up to five days before eating.

5. When ready to eat, serve with pecans walnuts or, granola.

Sam's Kitchen Favorites

• For this recipe, I used these 10 ounce overnight oat jars with lids.

• I love these silicone mixing spoons. No more scraping the bowl, and the food doesn't stick to them!

• My go-to angled liquid measuring cup . After multiple runs through the dishwasher, the numbers have not worn off.

• For permanently engraved measurements, these measuring cups are fantastic!

• For a more professional yet affordable mixing bowl, these stackable bowls with measurements marks work perfectly.

• Acacia Wood Cutting Board. I use this board in many of my recipe photos to display my overnight oats. I love the warm wood finish because it creates a simple, natural background that helps the jars and layers of oats stand out. It’s also reversible and can be used as a cutting board, charcuterie board, or serving board, making it a versatile piece to have in your kitchen.

Helpful Tips

• No salted caramel peanut spread? You can substitute regular peanut butter and add a little caramel sauce or caramel-flavored syrup. Almond butter or cashew butter can also work if you prefer a different nut butter flavor.

• Want to skip the peanut butter altogether? Use a caramel spread or a little extra caramel sauce in the apple layer for a more traditional caramel apple flavor.

• Use finely chopped pecans. Smaller pieces distribute throughout the butterscotch layer and give you that buttery pecan flavor without making each bite too crunchy.

• Don't skip the cinnamon. A little cinnamon in the caramel apple layer helps bring the apple and caramel flavors together and gives these oats their cozy fall flavor.

• To make these oats dairy free: Omit the yogurt or use Silk yogurt instead.

• If omitting yogurt: Use a mashed banana in the top oat layer to maintain creamy texture.

• What types of oats are best? I prefer rolled oats, but quick oats may be used as well for a softer consistency. Avoid using steel-cut oats, they will remain firm and chewy without cooking.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Cozy fall flavors. Caramel apple, cinnamon, butterscotch, banana, and pecans come together for a warm and comforting flavor combination.

• Two delicious layers. The caramel apple layer and butterscotch pecan layer each have their own flavor, making every bite a little different.

• Protein-packed. Vanilla protein powder adds protein to both layers while bringing extra vanilla flavor.

• Naturally sweet. Mashed banana and diced apple add natural sweetness alongside the butterscotch chips and caramel spread.

• Easy to customize. You can adjust the amount of butterscotch chips, pecans, or brown sugar replacement to suit your taste.

• Filling and satisfying. Oats, protein powder, banana, and ground flax make this a hearty breakfast that can help keep you satisfied throughout the morning.