Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Easy)

caitlinbrae — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:36:14 +0000

These banana peanut butter overnight oats are a delicious and creamy breakfast option. They are loaded with wholesome ingredients that will leave you feeling fueled and full. Also, you only need 7 simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.

Why you’ll love banana peanut butter overnight oats

The trick to the best overnight oats is a creamy base, nutritious add in’s, and delicious toppings. Here are a few reasons why you’ll love this recipe.

Firstly, overnight oats make the best meal prep breakfast.

These oats are sweetened with mashed banana and honey.

This recipe is creamy with hints of sweet banana and peanut butter.

Oatmeal, banana, and peanut butter is such a great trio!

These oats are loaded flavor!

This recipe takes just 5 minutes of preparation time (before bed!)

Also, try these peanut butter overnight oats for some more recipe inspiration.

Ingredients in banana peanut butter overnight oats

Simple ingredients and easy to make, what else can you ask for? If you’re an oatmeal lover like me, definitely give these banana peanut butter overnight oats a try.

Oats are the main ingredient. We will be using 1/2 cup. Oats are very nutritious grains that provide many health benefits. I have outlined some other benefits down below.

Mashed banana is another main ingredient. Make sure to use slightly spotty bananas for increased flavor and sweetness. Also, it’s a great way to use up your extra ripe bananas.

Chia seeds for added nutrition! They also help to add texture,

Milk to soak the oat mixture overnight. You can use cows milk or any dairy free milk of your choice. Milk is key to making creamy oats.

Plain greek yogurt adds texture, creaminess, and protein. Feel free to use any greek yogurt of your choice.

Just a drizzle of honey for enhanced sweetness. Also, feel free to omit the honey if you don’t want added sweetness.

A tablespoon (or two!) of natural peanut butter. Peanut butter doesn’t really need an explanation (HA) because it’s just that good.

Lastly, sliced banana to top things off. More toppings the better, am I right?

How to make banana overnight oats

One of the great things about banana overnight oats is that they are so easy to make. And when morning rolls around you have a zero prep breakfast that is waiting for you in the fridge. This is especially key for those of you that have busy mornings when you’re trying to get out the door as quick as possible.

Follow these few easy steps below to whip up this banana peanut butter oatmeal.

STEP 1

Firstly, you’ll want to grab a wide mouth mason jar or any mason jar of choice.

STEP 2

Secondly, add the oats, mashed banana, chia seeds, milk, greek yogurt, honey, peanut butter in the jar. Mix with a spoon until smooth and combined.

STEP 3

Lastly, put the lid on the mason jar and store the oats in the fridge overnight (or for 6 hours). When morning rolls around, remove the oats from the fridge and top them with freshly sliced banana.

Variations and substitutes

Here are a couple variations and substitutes that work well with this recipe. Feel free to get creative and tailor these oats to your liking.

Whole oats or quick oats. Either whole old fashioned oats or quick oats will work with this recipe. I have used and love both options!

All natural peanut butter. Make sure to use an all natural creamy peanut butter as it doesn’t have any added preservatives or sugar. Also, natural creamy butter can be oily so, make sure to give it a good stir.

Milk or almond milk. To get extra creamy oatmeal definitely use milk. Cows milk, almond milk, oat milk, or any dairy free milk of choice works great. Please don’t use water!

Maple syrup or honey. Honey is the sweetener we are working with but you can also use maple syrup! Or you can omit the natural sweeteners all together.

Greek yogurt. This recipe calls for two tablespoons of plain greek yogurt but feel free to use vanilla greek yogurt as well (just note this will add extra sweetness so I would omit the honey). Also, if you’re dairy free definitely substitute in your favorite dairy free yogurt.

Nuts and seeds. For added crunch and flavor, add a tablespoon of your favorite nuts – like walnuts, peanuts, cashews or almonds (pro tip: walnuts and peanuts are a definitely crowd favorite when it comes to this recipe).

Overnight oat benefits

Oats are wholesome grains that are packed with carbs, whole grains, and fiber. They are a great breakfast option that help to start your morning out on the right foot. Here are a few benefits of eating oatmeal.

Oatmeal is a great source of fiber.

Oats have 6 grams of protein per serving.

Also, overnight oatmeal will leave you feel fueled and full until lunch.

Oats have 150 calories per serving.

They have 27 grams of carbohydrates per serving providing a great source of energy.

Additionally, oats are a great source of nutritious whole grains.

How to store

Store the banana peanut butter oatmeal in the fridge for 1-2 days. I recommend enjoying these oats within 2 days as the mashed banana can turn brown if the oats are left too long. Also, make sure you add the banana slices right before enjoying the oats as well.

Other overnight oats recipes you’ll love

Whats great about overnight oatmeal is that it’s so versatile. Here are a few other oat recipes that you’ll love!

Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

Blueberry Lemon Overnight Oats

Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Blueberry Vanilla Overnight Oats Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Did you make these oats?

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