Banana Bread Overnight Oats

This recipe is the ultimate morning “cheat code”, it tastes like a decadent slice of dessert but fuels you like a high-performance breakfast. By combining the natural sweetness of caramelized bananas with the staying power of chia seeds and Greek yogurt, you get a creamy, grab-and-go meal that eliminates morning stress without sacrificing flavor.

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Banana Bread Overnight Oats

A creamy, protein-rich breakfast that tastes exactly like a fresh loaf of banana bread.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Chill time4 hours hrs

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings: 1

Calories: 385kcal

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup milk dairy or plant-based
• 1 ripe banana mashed
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp pecans Optional: or walnuts, chopped
• 2 tsp maple syrup Optional: or honey

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Instructions

• Combine: In a 12-16 oz. wide-mouth mason jar, add the oats, yogurt, milk, mashed banana, chia seeds, vanilla, and cinnamon. Add nuts and sweetener if using.
• Mix: Stir the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
• Set: Secure the lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, though overnight is best for the creamiest texture.
• Serve: Remove from the fridge, give it a quick stir, and garnish with fresh banana slices, extra nuts, or a dash of cinnamon.

Notes

Macro Calculation (Per Serving)

Estimates based on 1/2 cup 2% Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/2 medium banana, and 1 tbsp walnuts.

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	385 kcal
Protein	18g
Carbohydrates	52g
Fiber	9g
Fat	13g