Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 medium ripe banana (mashed)
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or preferred milk)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (or honey, optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Topping suggestions: chopped walnuts, sliced bananas, shredded coconut, or a drizzle of almond butter.
Instructions
- In a bowl or mason jar, mash the banana until smooth.
- Add rolled oats, almond milk, chia seeds, Greek yogurt (if using), maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- In the morning, stir the oats, adjust the consistency with a splash of milk if needed, and top with your favorite toppings.
- Serve cold or warm up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds for a cozy treat.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
- Vegan option: Replace Greek yogurt with coconut or almond yogurt, and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Customizations: Add protein powder for extra protein, or swap almond milk with your preferred milk alternative.
- Texture Tip: For creamier oats, let them soak for at least 8 hours.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 250-300 kcal
- Sugar: 10-12 g
- Sodium: 50-80 mg
- Fat: 5-7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1-2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4-5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35-40 g
- Fiber: 6-8 g
- Protein: 8-12 g
- Cholesterol: 0-5 mg
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