• Chop the apples into bite size pieces then add them to a medium size skillet.
• Add 3/4 cups of water, 1/4 tsp of salt, 2 tbsp of the light brown sugar, and 1 tbsp of cinnamon. Mix until combined.
• Over medium heat, cook the apples on low stirring often until tender but still have a bit of a bite to them about 10-12 minutes. If needed, you can add a bit more water to the apples to help them cook. There should only be a little bit of juice left in the bottom of the pot.
• Taste an adjust the flavors adding more brown sugar or cinnamon if needed.
• Stir in the 1 tbsp of the maple syrup and cook for a few more minutes for the flavors to combine.
• Once the apples are cooked, set them aside to cool.

To Make Individual Jars

• To each jar add: 1/2 cup of oats, 1 Tbsp of chia seeds, 1 Tsp of cinnamon and stir. Then add 1 tbsp of yogurt, 1/4 tsp of vanilla extract, 1 tbsp of nut butter (optional).
• Add 3/4 cup of milk/non-dairy milk to each jar. Stir until well combined then let sit 5 minutes. Stir again.
• Top each jar with the spiced cooked apples. Then cover the jar with a lid.
• Place each jar into the refrigerator overnight.
• Before serving mix the apples into the oats. You can also warm in the microwave if desired.

To Make One Big Batch

• Add all ingredients except milk to a medium size bowl. Mix well then add the milk. Stir, let sit 5 minutes, stir again then cover bowl and set in the fridge overnight.
• Store the apples in a separate bowl in the refrigerator.
• To serve, scoop some of the oats into a bowl, then top with the spiced apples. Warm gently in a microwave if desired.