Description
Creamy and naturally sweet banana bread overnight oats packed with wholesome ingredients, perfect for a make-ahead breakfast. This easy recipe delivers comforting banana bread flavors with no baking required.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 bananas (ripe, mashed)
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 pinch salt
- ¼ cup chopped pecans (or hazelnuts or walnuts)
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Add the rolled oats, mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, maple syrup, chopped nuts, and milk to a large bowl.
- Mix well until fully combined and evenly incorporated.
- Cover the bowl or transfer to individual containers and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, stir and add optional toppings like chocolate chips, sliced bananas, or extra nuts if desired.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
- Use dairy-free yogurt and milk for a lactose-free option.
- Adjust maple syrup based on desired sweetness.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in airtight containers.
- Add a splash of milk before serving if oats become too thick.
- Top with fresh fruit or nut butter for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
