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Start your morning off right with a cup of Banana Overnight Oats! These overnight breakfast oats are packed with more than 8 grams of fibre and 14 grams of protein per serving for a healthy and nourishing breakfast. For a cozy banana breakfast also try this Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal!
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Overnight Oats Recipes have become such a popular breakfast and for good reason! Not only are they delicious, but they make a filling healthy breakfast that is prepared in advance and can easily be taken on the go. There are also so many different flavour combinations you can try from Matcha Overnight Oats to Chocolate Overnight Oats to Strawberry Overnight Oats or these Banana Overnight Oats.
I’ve developed dozens of overnight oats recipes over the years, any they always go viral when I share them on the Choosing Chia Instagram, so I know exactly what makes an overnight oats recipe nutritious and delicious. And these Banana Overnight Oats are no exception!
Recipe Highlights
- Tastes like banana bread. If you love my Vegan Banana Bread then you’ll love banana overnight oats! They really taste just like a delicious slice of banana bread.
- Easy morning breakfast. Since these oats are prepared the night before, they make for an easy grab-and-go breakfast with no prep and clean up in the morning!
- High in protein and fibre. Each serving of these overnight oats is packed with 8 grams of fibre and 14 grams of protein per serving to keep you feeling full all morning.
Key Ingredients
- Oats: you can use rolled oats or quick oats in this recipe. I recommend rolled oats for a chewy and delicious texture.
- Chia seeds: There are so many ways to use to Chia Seeds. Adding them to overnight oats is one of my favorite ways to use them to help thicken the oats.
- Banana: you can use whatever ripeness of banana you like. The riper the banana, the sweeter the overnight oats will be. I personally like to use yellow bananas with a few brown spots. You can either mash the banana for the oats, or chop it up if you prefer more texture. If you have overripe bananas to use up try using them to make some Oat Flour Banana Muffins.
- Yogurt: I like to use Greek yogurt, but any type of yogurt you like will work. I recommend sticking with unsweetened plain yogurt.
*This is a recipe overview. The full recipe and measurements are below in the recipe card.
How To Make Banana Overnight Oats
Step 1: Add the oats, chia seeds, spices and salt to a mixing bow;.
Step 2: Add the mashed banana, yogurt, sweetener and vanilla extract
Step 3: Add the almond milk.
Step 4: Mix together to combine.
Step 5: Cover and place in the fridge overnight.
Step 6: Enjoy as is or with your favourite toppings.
Recipe Variations
- Make it high in protein: Add a scoop of your favourite protein powder to the oats for an extra protein boost. If you love high-protein breakfasts also try my Easy Protein Pancakes recipe.
- Make it chocolatey: try adding 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the oats for a chocolatey version!
- Add Topping: try sliced banana, cinnamon, Strawberry Chia Seed Jam, cacao nibs, peanut butter or Peanut Butter Granola
How To Store
Store these banana overnight oats sealed in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Since these oats are made with fresh bananas, they don’t last quite as long as plain overnight oats do. If you’re looking overnight oats that will last longer in the fridge try these Protein Overnight Oats.
Jess’s Tips
- Use rolled oats for the best texture: Rolled oats give a chewy consistency, while quick oats will make the oats softer.
- Choose a banana with your preferred ripeness: A yellow banana with a few brown spots gives the best flavour without needing to be overripe.
- Add more liquid if needed: If the oats become too thick overnight, mix in a splash of almond milk to loosen the texture.
- Add your favourite mix ins: Try nuts, chocolate chips, nut butter, seeds, or anything you love.
- Stir the mixture well: This helps the chia seeds and oats absorb the liquid evenly so the oats set properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Banana overnight oats will last for 2 days in the fridge. Because they are made with fresh bananas, they don’t last as long as plain overnight oats.
Yes, they are considered a healthy breakfast choice. Oats are rich in fibre and nutrients, and bananas provide natural sweetness along with potassium and other vitamins.
Yes! Use dairy-free yogurt like coconut yogurt to replace the Greek yogurt and dairy-free milk.
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Banana Overnight Oats
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These banana overnight oat are packed with 14 grams of protein and 8 grams of fibre for a healthy breakfast!
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- pinch of salt
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 banana, mashed or chopped
- 1/3 cup yogurt of choice (I use Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup milk of choice (I use almond milk)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl or large jar and mix together to combine.
- Cover and place in the fridge overnight.
- Enjoy in the morning with sliced bananas or any toppings you love.
Notes
- Store in the fridge in a container or jar up to 2 days.
- Use rolled oats for a chewy texture, or quick oats for softer oats.
- Choose a ripe banana (yellow with a few brown spots) for the best flavor.
- Add a splash of almond milk in the morning if oats are too thick.
- Mix in your favorite add-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of the recipe
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8.7g
- Protein: 14g
It’s very good!! 😋
So happy you loved it 🙂
Tastes like a banana cream pie for a healthy and delicious breakfast! really fast and easy to throw together too.