Description
This Healthy Banana Bread Overnight Oats recipe combines the flavors of ripe bananas, cinnamon, and nutmeg with creamy Greek yogurt and almond milk to create a nutritious and delicious make-ahead breakfast. Quick to prepare and packed with fiber and protein, this no-cook dish is perfect for busy mornings when you want a wholesome, comforting start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 tsp chia seeds
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- â…› tsp fine sea salt
- A tiny pinch of nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- ¾ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- ½ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mash the Bananas: In a medium mixing bowl, use a fork to mash the ripe bananas until smooth, providing a natural sweetness and creamy base for the oats.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the unsweetened vanilla almond milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and stir until the mixture is well blended.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, fine sea salt, and nutmeg until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Divide the oat mixture evenly between two containers, cover them, and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften.
- Serve and Enjoy: In the morning, give the overnight oats a thorough stir and enjoy your healthy banana bread inspired breakfast straight from the fridge or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- You can substitute almond milk with any other plant-based or dairy milk if preferred.
- For a nut-free version, omit the peanut butter or replace it with sunflower seed butter.
- Add toppings like chopped nuts, fresh banana slices, or a drizzle of honey for extra texture and flavor.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
