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Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Kickstart your mornings with the ultimate Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats, a remarkably simple yet incredibly satisfying breakfast designed for busy lives and delightful flavors. This recipe transforms humble ingredients into a creamy, protein-packed meal ready when you are, making your breakfast routine a breeze.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 6 minutes
Total Time 7 hours
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats not instant
  • 1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy like almond, soy, or oat milk
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter creamy or crunchy, your preference
  • 1/2 ripe banana mashed
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, for added sweetness
  • pinch cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • Medium-sized jar, bowl, or airtight container

Method
 

  1. In a medium-sized jar, bowl, or airtight container, add the 1/2 cup of rolled oats and 1 tablespoon of chia seeds. The chia seeds will help thicken the mixture and add a nutritional boost.
    1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1/2 cup rolled oats
  2. Pour in the 1 cup of milk. Stir everything together well to ensure the oats and chia seeds are fully submerged and there are no clumps forming at the bottom.
    1 cup milk
  3. Spoon in the 1 tablespoon of peanut butter and add the 1/2 mashed ripe banana. If you prefer a sweeter breakfast, now is the time to stir in the 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup and the pinch of cinnamon.
    1 tablespoon peanut butter, 1/2 ripe banana, 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, pinch cinnamon
  4. Stir all the ingredients together until the peanut butter is well incorporated and the banana is evenly distributed throughout the oat mixture. It's important to get everything blended so you don't have pockets of unmixed ingredients.
  5. Cover the container tightly with a lid or plastic wrap. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 4-6 hours, or ideally, overnight. This allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid, creating that signature thick and creamy overnight oats texture.
  6. In the morning, uncover your Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats. Give it a good stir. If it’s too thick for your liking, you can add a splash more milk to reach your desired consistency. Top with extra banana slices, a drizzle of peanut butter, or other favorite toppings before diving in!

Notes

Once prepared, store your overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. They are designed to be eaten cold.