A creamy, nourishing breakfast that tastes just like banana bread—made easy by soaking oats with ripe banana, warm spices, and yogurt or milk overnight; grab-and-go mornings made delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These Banana Bread Overnight Oats combine the cozy flavors of banana bread with the convenience of a no-cook breakfast. Whether you’re rushed in the morning or just want to enjoy a comforting, healthy start to your day, this recipe is the perfect blend of nutritious oats, sweet banana, and aromatic spices. It’s customizable, with options for adding nuts, seeds, or your favorite plant-based ingredients, making it suitable for all diets.
Ingredients
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⅓ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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½ ripe banana, mashed
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¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
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⅓ cup milk of choice
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½–2 tsp maple syrup or honey (adjust sweetness to taste)
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¼ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
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Optional mix-ins: chopped walnuts or pecans, ground flaxseed, or chia seeds
Directions
Step 1: Mash the Banana
In a jar or airtight bowl, mash the ripe banana.
Step 2: Add the Ingredients
Add oats, yogurt, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and any optional mix-ins. Stir or shake well until evenly combined.
Step 3: Refrigerate
Seal and refrigerate overnight or at least 4 hours.
Step 4: Serve
In the morning, stir and loosen with a splash more milk if needed. Top with fresh banana slices, nuts, seeds, or a drizzle of honey.
Servings and Timing
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Soak Time: overnight
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Total Time: ~8 hours 5 minutes
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Kcal: ~210 kcal per serving
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Servings: 1 jar
Breakfast Smart Tips
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Use rolled oats, not steel-cut—they soften perfectly overnight.
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Mash bananas well for a creamier texture; very ripe bananas give more sweetness.
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Prefer warm oats? Microwave briefly before topping.
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Make it vegan by using non-dairy milk and plant-based yogurt.
Conclusion
These Banana Bread Overnight Oats are the perfect breakfast for anyone who loves the comfort of banana bread without the effort. You get all the classic banana bread flavors in a healthy, easy-to-make version that’s ready to eat first thing in the morning. It’s ideal for busy mornings, offering both convenience and nutrition in one jar!
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Banana Bread Overnight Oats
- Total Time: ~8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 jar
Description
A creamy, nourishing breakfast that tastes just like banana bread—made easy by soaking oats with ripe banana, warm spices, and yogurt or milk overnight; grab-and-go mornings made delicious.
Ingredients
⅓ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
½ ripe banana, mashed
¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
⅓ cup milk of choice
½–2 tsp maple syrup or honey
¼ tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Optional mix-ins: chopped walnuts or pecans, ground flaxseed or chia seeds
Instructions
In a jar or airtight bowl, mash the ripe banana.
Add oats, yogurt, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and any optional mix-ins. Stir or shake well until evenly combined.
Seal and refrigerate overnight or at least 4 hours.
In the morning, stir and loosen with a splash more milk if needed. Top with fresh banana slices, nuts, seeds, or a drizzle of honey.
Notes
Use **rolled oats**, not steel-cut—they soften perfectly overnight
Mash bananas well for creamier texture; very ripe bananas give more sweetness
Prefer warm oats? Microwave briefly before topping
Make it vegan by using non-dairy milk and plant yogurt
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Soak Time:: overnight
- Category: Breakfast
