Creamy Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats: Easy 5-Minute Recipe
This creamy peanut butter banana overnight oats recipe is the perfect make-ahead breakfast that takes just 5 minutes to prepare. With simple ingredients and a perfect texture, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will make your mornings delicious and stress-free.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes (plus 6-12 hours refrigeration)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk of choice (whole milk, oat milk, or almond milk)
- 2 tablespoons (32g) creamy peanut butter (natural preferred)
- 1 medium ripe banana, mashed (about 100g)
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon (5g) chia seeds (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- For toppings (optional): sliced banana, drizzle of peanut butter, dark chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, cinnamon
Instructions
- Mash the banana: Peel the ripe banana and place it in a medium bowl or directly in your jar. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small lumps remaining.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add peanut butter, milk, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Stir until the peanut butter is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Pour in rolled oats, chia seeds (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Transfer to jar and refrigerate: Spoon the mixture into a mason jar or airtight container. Put the lid on tightly and give it a gentle shake. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, but overnight (8-12 hours) is ideal.
- Add toppings and serve: In the morning, stir the oats. If too thick, add a splash of milk. Top with sliced banana, a drizzle of peanut butter, chocolate chips, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve cold or let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Notes
Use rolled oats, not instant or steel-cut. Ripe bananas with brown spots provide the best sweetness. If using natural peanut butter, stir well before measuring. For best texture, do not over-mash the banana. Add toppings just before serving to maintain texture. The oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 52
- Fiber: 9
- Protein: 14
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