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These banana bread overnight oats are full of banana bread flavor, perfectly sweet and packed with protein and fiber for a delicious, healthy breakfast. They take 5 minutes to make ahead for busy mornings.
Overnight oats are one of my all time favorite prep-ahead breakfasts. You can have several days of breakfasts made ahead in just a few minutes. Some of my other favorites that you can try next are my Tiramisu Overnight Oats and Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats!
Banana Bread in a Jar
- Quick and easy. Grab a jar and you can have these overnight oats mixed up in literally 5 minutes with super simple ingredients too!
- Fiber and protein-packed. Each serving has over 20 grams of protein and an impressive 10 grams of fiber to start your day.
- Naturally sweetened. Ripe banana adds just the right amount of natural sweetness.
- Keeps you full. The perfect balance of protein and fiber will actually keep you full and energized all morning.
And when you’re in the mood for actual banana bread, make my protein-boosted Kodiak Banana Bread!
Ingredients You’ll Need
For full recipe instructions and complete list of ingredients, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of this page.
- Old fashioned oats (rolled oats): The hearty base for these creamy, nutrient-rich overnight oats. Make sure to use traditional oats, not quick or instant oats.
- Banana: You want a banana that’s nice in ripe with some spots for the best boost of natural sweetness.
- Chia seeds: Adding chia seeds to overnight oats helps them to stay nice and thick, plus they add a great boost of fiber and healthy fats.
- Greek yogurt + milk: For creaminess, protein, and the perfect overnight oat texture.
- Vanilla extract and cinnamon: Both essential for that warm banana bread flavor.
- Pecans or walnuts (optional but recommended): Chopped nuts add a delicious texture and nutty flavor.
- Honey (optional): If you like your overnight oats extra sweet, you can add some honey or maple syrup. If your banana is sweet enough you probably won’t need it!
Variation Ideas
- Even more protein. Add a half scoop of vanilla protein powder (my favorite is Clean Simple Eats).
- Chocolate banana. Add 1 tbsp of cocoa powder and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips.
- Peanut butter banana. Stir in 1-2 tbsp of peanut butter after mixing everything together for a peanut butter swirl.
- Blueberry banana. Add 1/2 cup of wild blueberries.
How to Make Banana Bread Overnight Oats
- Add all ingredients. Add all ingredients to a wide mouth 16 oz. jar.
- Mix and refrigerate. Mix thoroughly until fully combined. Put lid on and allow to set for 4 hours or overnight.
How To Store
Store overnight oats in a sealed 16 oz. wide mouth jar for up to 4 days. I love these Swell 16 oz. Glass Jars because they have a super wide mouth, or these 16 oz. Glass Jars with screw top lids. I use both every single week!
My Pro Tip
Recipe Tip
- Adjust liquid as needed. If your oats are too thick in the morning, just add a splash of milk and stir. If you like them super thick, add 1/3 cup of milk instead of 1/2 cup.
- Use ripe bananas. I recommend using a ripe banana with no green at all for the best sweetness. It should be nice and yellow with some brown spottiness (but not too spotty).
- 16 oz. wide mouth jars are best. I recommend the 16 oz. size jar so you can have enough room for toppings, and make sure to choose something with a wide mouth so it’s easy to eat! I love these Swell 16 oz. Glass Jars because they have a super wide mouth, or these 16 oz. Glass Jars with screw top lids.
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Banana Bread Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2-1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1-2 tbsp pecans or walnuts, chopped, optional
- 1-3 tsp honey or maple syrup, optional
Instructions
- In a wide mouth jar (12-16 oz.) add oats, yogurt, milk, mashed banana, chia seeds, nuts, syrup, vanilla and cinnamon.
- Mix together until fully combined.
- Cover with a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with extra sliced banana, nuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of syrup.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an estimate.
Food photography by Marie-Catherine Dubé.
