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Creamy Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats: Easy 5-Minute Recipe

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These creamy peanut butter banana overnight oats take just five minutes to prepare the night before. In the morning, you get a breakfast that tastes like dessert but keeps you full until lunch—no cooking, no cleanup, and no convincing required.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (50g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk of choice (whole milk, oat milk, or unsweetened almond milk)
  • ¼ cup (60g) plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) maple syrup or honey
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 medium ripe banana (with brown spots)
  • 2 tablespoons (32g) creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)
  • Optional toppings: sliced banana, extra peanut butter drizzle, chopped peanuts, cinnamon, dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Mash the banana: Peel the banana and add it to a mason jar or airtight container. Use a fork to mash until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Pour in the milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until the banana is fully incorporated and the mixture is pale and slightly frothy.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Sprinkle in the rolled oats, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is evenly combined, scraping the sides of the jar to ensure no dry oats remain.
  4. Swirl in peanut butter: Add the peanut butter on top, then gently fold it in with a few strokes, leaving ribbons of peanut butter throughout for pockets of flavor.
  5. Seal and refrigerate: Put the lid on the jar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight (8-12 hours), to allow the chia seeds to absorb liquid and create a thick, creamy texture.
  6. Serve and top: In the morning, stir the oats. If too thick, add a splash of milk. Top with sliced banana, a drizzle of peanut butter, cinnamon, or other desired toppings. Eat cold or microwave for 30-45 seconds if preferred warm.

Notes

Use a ripe banana with brown spots for natural sweetness. Don’t overmix the peanut butter—leave streaks for flavor bursts. If oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of milk. Chia seeds are essential for the pudding-like texture. For meal prep, make the base mixture in a bowl first, then divide evenly among jars. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days; freeze for up to 3 months.

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