Creamy Overnight Peanut Butter Banana Oats
A quick and easy 5-minute overnight oats recipe that delivers a creamy, naturally sweet breakfast. Mashed banana and peanut butter create a decadent texture without any cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
- 1 large ripe banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons (32g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (240ml) milk (any kind)
- 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) maple syrup or honey (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional toppings: sliced banana, extra peanut butter, cinnamon, chopped nuts
Instructions
- In a jar or container, mash the banana with a fork until smooth.
- Add milk, peanut butter, and maple syrup (if using). Whisk or stir until peanut butter is fully dissolved.
- Add rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt. Stir until well combined and oats are submerged.
- Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- In the morning, stir the oats. If too thick, add a splash of milk.
- Top with desired toppings and enjoy.
Notes
Use a very ripe banana for natural sweetness. Chia seeds are key for creamy texture. Oats keep in fridge for up to 5 days. For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 14
Keywords: overnight oats, peanut butter, banana, healthy breakfast, easy recipe, no cook, meal prep