Description
A quick and nutritious Banana Bread Overnight Oats recipe combining oats, Greek yogurt, banana, and warming spices. Prepared the night before, this no-cook breakfast option is creamy, naturally sweetened, and customizable with nuts and syrup for added flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
Flavorings and Add-ins
- 1/2-1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1-2 tbsp pecans or walnuts (chopped, optional)
- 1-3 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a wide mouth jar (12-16 oz.), add the oats, Greek yogurt, milk, mashed banana, chia seeds, chopped nuts (if using), honey or maple syrup (if desired), vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Mix Well: Stir all ingredients together thoroughly until fully combined to ensure the oats absorb the flavors evenly.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar with a lid and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight to allow the oats to soak and soften.
- Serve and Garnish: Before eating, garnish with extra sliced banana, additional chopped nuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup as preferred.
Notes
- Use old fashioned oats as quick oats may become too mushy.
- Greek yogurt can be substituted with regular yogurt or plant-based alternatives.
- Adjust sweetness by adding honey or maple syrup to taste or omit for less sugar.
- Chia seeds help thicken the mixture and add fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Soaking time can be extended up to 24 hours for softer oats.
- Perfect for meal prepping multiple servings for busy mornings.
