Description
This Banana Bread Overnight Oats recipe offers a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. Combining the flavors of ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla, these oats are soaked overnight for a creamy, ready-to-eat breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
Overnight Oats Base
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup mashed banana (about half a banana)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Pinch of salt
Toppings (Optional)
- Chopped nuts or seeds
- Extra banana slices
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a jar or container, combine rolled oats, almond milk, mashed banana, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup (if using), and a pinch of salt.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir everything together until well combined, ensuring the oats are fully submerged in the liquid.
- Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and soften.
- Stir and Adjust Consistency: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. Add more milk if you prefer a looser consistency.
- Add Toppings: Top with chopped nuts, seeds, or additional banana slices as desired for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for more natural sweetness.
- Maple syrup is optional depending on your preferred sweetness level.
- Can be prepared in individual jars for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Substitute almond milk with any preferred dairy or non-dairy milk.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
