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These Banana Bread Overnight Oats are breakfast you can wake up to--5 minutes to prep, vegan and easily made gluten free. Ready right when you wake up! A perfect hearty and healthy breakfast!
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~Same recipe from 2015, photos updated July 2020~
I love banana bread and just about in any form. But a 5 minute prep oatmeal version of banana bread? That's exactly what this banana overnight oats recipe is!
Overnight oatmeal is such an easy way to fuel up in the morning. And since the prep is so minimal, it just makes sense. Get a few jars ready tonight, and have breakfast ready and waiting for you in the morning.
Why you will love these:
- They are so simple to make. To make these banana overnight oats, you just mash the banana and then toss the other ingredients into a jar or bowl and mix. There is really nothing else to it.
- Super kid friendly. My picky toddler is a fan of these oats. Some days he is cool with one flavor, others he is not. So I can easily tweak them to jazz them up with some white chocolate chips or a few berries and he is happy again.
- Great for weekly meal prep. Make an entire week's worth of this banana overnight oats recipe in one sitting. It won't take you more than about 10 minutes or so. Then you are set for the whole week!
- Simple to modify to meet dietary needs. Easily make these vegan overnight oats, gluten free or even nut free. Whatever you may need to adjust should still have a delicious breakfast as the result.
If you are new to Overnight Oatmeal, check out this post here for a great place to start!
Ingredients and Substitutions:
- Oats: That obvious?? But what kind of oats is the question. I use rolled oats. I have also made these, adjusting the milk slightly to taste, with quick oats and have found they work really great when I want the same recipe but right now. Some people like steel cut oats, but I am not a fan. They are much too chewy for my taste.
- ripe bananas. This makes them super Mashable and sweet.
- maple syrup: sweeten to taste and feel free to substitute for your preferred sweetener.
- cinnamon: what is a banana bread inspired recipe without the cinnamon, right?
- pecans: you can use sliced almonds or chopped walnuts if preferred. The nuts can also be skipped completely.
- Fun add-ins: flax meal for a bit more fiber, chia seeds, a dollop of yogurt when serving, and hey, more bananas! Some coconut might be great as well.
How to make banana bread overnight oats:
- Mash the banana in a small bowl or jar that can be sealed later.
- Add in all other ingredients with the banana.
- Stir up the banana overnight oats, cover and chill for at least 4 hours.
That is it--literally as easy as 1, 2, 3!
Notes and Tips:
- Sweeten these banana bread overnight oats to your liking. The banana already adds a decent amount of sweet. I go back and forth on the maple--sometimes I just add a drizzle in the morning when serving.
- I find that overnight oats with banana are best if eaten within 3 days. If you want to make these for the week, add the mashed banana in just before serving for any servings that won't be eaten until day 4 or 5.
- You can easily make these banana overnight oats vegan by using a dairy free milk. For gluten free, make sure the oats are certified gluten free.
Do you have to eat your oats cold?
Absolutely not! These banana overnight oats are so delicious warmed up in the morning. Some people enjoy them cold, or are always eating on the run so they eat them cold, but it is not something you have to do.
I eat my oatmeal warmed up at least 75% of the time.
More overnight oats recipes:
- Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats
- Apple Pie Overnight Oatmeal
- Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oatmeal
- Triple Chocolate Overnight Oats
- Blueberry Lemon Overnight Oats
- Vanilla Cold Brew Oatmeal
- Chocolate Peanut Butter
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Banana Bread Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ mashed ripe banana
- ½ cup rolled oats regular or gluten free
- ½ cup milk of choice
- 2 T chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Dash of sea salt
- 1 T ground flax (optional)
- 2 teaspoon 100% pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Mash the banana in the bottom of a bowl or jar that can be sealed. Combine all other ingredients and stir well to combine.
- Refrigerate overnight or at least about 4 hours. Serve hot or cold.
- Garnish with some sliced banana or more nuts if desired.
Notes
- Sweeten these banana bread overnight oats to your liking. The banana already adds a decent amount of sweet. I go back and forth on the maple--sometimes I just add a drizzle in the morning when serving.
- I find that overnight oats with banana are best if eaten within 3 days. If you want to make these for the week, add the mashed banana in just before serving for any servings that won't be eaten until day 4 or 5.
- You can easily make these banana overnight oats vegan by using a dairy free milk. For gluten free, make sure the oats are certified gluten free.
Jamiee says
Trying this tonight for tomorrow's breakfast. I'm pretty sure it'll be delicious.
Lorie says
Jamiee, these are my absolute favorite overnight oats EVER. Enjoy!
Kim says
I can't wait to try this, but is there a certain amount of time I should cook them? Thanks for sharing!
Lorie says
Hi Kim! This is my favorite overnight oats recipe of all time! So you put them in the fridge overnight uncooked. If you want to eat them warm in the morning, just pop them in the microwave for about 1 minute 30 seconds or so depending on your microwave. I hope you like them!
Leah says
I had this for breakfast this morning, and I loved it! It was so nice to not have to wait for my oatmeal to cook and then cool down. I will definitely be making this again. Thanks for a great recipe!
Lorie says
Leah, these are by far my favorite overnight oats. I could eat them everyday. So glad you liked them!!!
electronic Cigarette malaysia says
I couldn't resist commenting. Well written!
Cathy says
Okay, this is absolutely fabulous! With Lorie's oatmeal ideas, you will never have the same oatmeal bowl for 2 weeks! Really enjoying these.
Lorie says
Thanks Cathy! This one is my all time FAVORITE!
Lex says
ive tried several overnight oat recipes yet I always come back to this one! Definitely love this recipe
Lorie says
Same here, Lex! It's my ultimate favorite. I mean, you really just can never go wrong with Banana Bread in my opinion. Thanks for sharing!
Lorie says
Hi Chelsea! I don't typically do thenutrition breakdown mainly because I don't could calories. However if you go to caloriecounter.com you can easily plug everything in to get it!
Elizabeth says
I plugged it in and it's about 550-600 calories depending on the milk, oats etc . Very healthy and balanced breakfast.
Lorie says
Oh got it! I imagine everyone's will vary for sure.
Chelsea says
Do you have the nutrition info for this recipe? Thanks!
Lorie says
Quinn, when putting the recipe together at night, you add uncooked oats. You can warm the recipe up in the morning though if you like, I usually do.
Quinn says
Thanks! I hate mornings so I'll definitely be trying this out.
Liz says
What size jar or container would be best? I want to prepare 😉
Lorie says
Hi! I use the 16 oz. wide mouth mason jars. Here is a link:http://www.amazon.com/Loew-Cornell-Ball-Mouth-Canning-Package/dp/B00KF5STQC?ie=UTF8&keywords=mason%20jar%2016&qid=1465350067&ref_=sr_1_5&s=kitchen&sr=1-5
Quinn says
Are the oats cooked or uncooked?