Banana Overnight Oats with Nut Butter and Almonds Recipe
This Banana Overnight Oats recipe is a simple, nutritious, and delicious make-ahead breakfast. Combining creamy oats with ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and nut butter, it offers a wholesome start to your day with minimal morning effort. It’s customizable with your choice of milk and optional yogurt topping, making it perfect for a quick, energy-boosting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 2 bananas, peeled
- 100g porridge oats
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, plus a pinch to serve
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 300ml milk of your choice, plus a splash
- 2 tbsp peanut or almond butter, plus extra to serve
- 2 tbsp flaked or chopped almonds
- 2–4 tbsp natural yogurt, to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the banana and oats mixture: Mash 1 banana in a bowl with a fork until it is smooth and creamy. This creates a natural sweetness and creamy texture to the oats.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in the porridge oats, ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, maple syrup, milk, and 2 tablespoons of peanut or almond butter into the mashed banana. Mix well to ensure everything is fully incorporated.
- Refrigerate overnight: Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill overnight. This allows the oats to soak up the liquids and flavors to meld, creating a creamy and flavorful porridge.
- Prepare to serve in the morning: The next morning, stir the overnight oats well. If the mixture seems too thick or stiff, add a splash of milk to loosen it to your desired consistency.
- Assemble bowl: Divide the porridge evenly between two bowls. Slice the remaining banana and scatter the slices over the top of the oats.
- Finish toppings: Drizzle additional peanut or almond butter over the porridge, sprinkle with the flaked or chopped almonds, add spoonfuls of natural yogurt if using, and finish with a pinch of cinnamon before serving.
Notes
- You can use any type of milk you prefer, such as dairy, almond, soy, or oat milk, to suit dietary needs or taste preferences.
- The recipe can easily be made vegan by using plant-based milk and yogurt.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to control the sweetness level.
- For a smoother texture, blend the oats and banana mixture briefly before refrigerating.
- Add other toppings like chia seeds or fresh berries for extra nutrients.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Keywords: overnight oats, banana breakfast, healthy breakfast, no-cook oats, make-ahead breakfast, peanut butter oats, vegan breakfast option
