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Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats

Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats

A fuss-free breakfast that brings together creamy peanut butter and sweet bananas for a perfectly balanced start to your day. This recipe is designed for busy mornings, offering a deliciously satisfying and wholesome meal that requires zero cooking time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats old-fashioned
  • 1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1/2 medium banana mashed
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
Optional Toppings
  • Sliced banana
  • Chopped peanuts
  • A drizzle of peanut butter
  • A sprinkle of cinnamon

Equipment

  • Medium-sized jar or airtight container

Method
 

  1. In a medium-sized jar or airtight container, add the 1/2 cup of rolled oats. Pour in the 1 cup of milk, ensuring the oats are fully submerged.
    1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 cup milk
  2. Gently stir in the 2 tablespoons of peanut butter. Add the 1/2 mashed banana, making sure it’s well combined with the oats and milk. The banana will naturally sweeten and thicken the mixture.
    2 tablespoons peanut butter, 1/2 medium banana
  3. Sprinkle in the 1 tablespoon of chia seeds. Chia seeds are excellent for creating a thicker, pudding-like consistency and also provide healthy fats and fiber.
    1 tablespoon chia seeds
  4. If you prefer a sweeter breakfast, add 1-2 teaspoons of maple syrup or honey. Stir in the 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract to add a warm, comforting aroma and depth of flavor.
    1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  5. Add a tiny pinch of salt. This may seem unexpected, but salt is a flavor enhancer that significantly improves the taste of both the peanut butter and the banana, preventing the overall flavor from becoming too one-dimensional.
    pinch salt
  6. Stir all the ingredients together until everything is well combined. Ensure there are no clumps of peanut butter at the bottom. You want a consistent mixture throughout the jar.
  7. Secure the lid on your jar or container. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and soften, creating that signature creamy texture.
  8. In the morning, remove the jar from the refrigerator. Give the overnight oats a good stir. If the mixture is too thick for your liking, you can add an extra splash of milk to reach your desired consistency. Top with your favorite garnishes like sliced bananas, chopped peanuts, an extra swirl of peanut butter, or a dusting of cinnamon.
    1 cup milk, Sliced banana, Chopped peanuts, A drizzle of peanut butter, A sprinkle of cinnamon

Notes

The flavors meld and deepen over time, making them even more enjoyable on subsequent days. They will stay fresh and delicious for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.