Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats – Carmy

April 29, 2024

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Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats – Carmy

Posted: Apr 29, 2024 Last Modified: Apr 16, 2024 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

This creamy peanut butter banana overnight oats recipe is a simple but delicious way to start your day. Full of wholesome ingredients, it only takes a couple of minutes to prepare, and you’ll have breakfast ready to go. Full of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this will keep you feeling full all morning.

What’s better than peanut butter and banana? It’s such a classic flavor combination that I can’t believe I hadn’t shared this recipe on the blog earlier. It’s perfect for a busy morning.

Peanut butter overnight oats topped with peanuts, cacao nibs, bananas, and sliced bananas.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s easy to make! Simply mix and allow it to set up in the fridge. It’s as easy as a-b-c, one-two-three.
Full of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this peanut butter banana overnight oats will keep you feeling full and satisfied until lunch. Nothing worse than mid-morning hunger pangs.
Rolled oats are a budget-friendly ingredient that you can buy in bulk, as they last at least a year when stored correctly.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredients needed to make peanut butter overnight oats.

rolled oats — make sure you are using old-fashioned rolled oats. Instant oats and quick oats do not hold up as well, so I do not prefer the texture compared to rolled oats. Oats are a great source of complex carbohydrates and are high in fiber, giving you energy. You can read more about the benefits of oats here.
milk — you can use any milk of your choice, from cow’s milk to non-dairy milk. I personally prefer whole milk, but it’s up to you!
Greek yogurt — to help with the creaminess of the overnight oats, the yogurt gives the overnight oats a creamy texture. Using Greek yogurt will add some extra protein to the overnight oats.
chia seeds — chia seeds come in both black and white seeds, but there is no difference in nutritional content. They’re also an excellent source of plant-based protein and are high in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber! When they absorb the milk and yogurt, it helps thicken the overnight oats.
peanut butter — full of heart-healthy, monounsaturated fats, micronutrients, and a source of plant-based protein, peanut butter makes for a great addition to overnight oats. I use runny, natural peanut butter. It’s much easier to mix together than conventional peanut butter (ie Kraft or Jif).
banana — the more ripe it is, the easier it will be to mash it and the sweeter it will be.
maple syrup — make sure you sweeten the kefir overnight oats with maple syrup and not pancake syrup. Maple syrup comes straight from trees, whereas pancake syrup is usually made with corn syrup.
vanilla extract — I always recommend using real vanilla extract and not artificial extract. Don’t have any? Skip it! No biggie.
cinnamon — cinnamon pairs well with banana and gives the oats a nice warmth.
salt — just a pinch to balance out the flavors.

How to Make Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats

Set of two photos showing rolled oats, chia seeds, mashed banana, and peanut butter added to a bowl.

To a bowl, add the rolled oats, chia seeds, peanut butter, and mashed banana.

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Add the milk and Greek yogurt.

Set of two photos showing maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt added to the bowl and mixed together.

Add the maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
Stir until well combined. Cover with a lid or plastic and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.

Set of two photos showing overnight oats after its been set overnight then served in a jar.

When ready to enjoy, I like to add a tablespoon or two of peanut butter to the bottom of your jar/glass (or smear it on parts of the jar), add the overnight oats on top, top with banana slices, cocoa nibs, extra peanut butter. But feel free to add any toppings of your choice or not add any at all.

A slightly overhead image of peanut butter overnight oats in jars topped with peanuts, cocoa nibs, peanut butter, and banana slices.

Recipe Tips and Notes

You can use a bit of kefir in place of the milk for some extra probiotics.
For an on-to-go meal, I like to store the protein overnight oats in mason jars. 16-ounce wide-mouth mason jars are great if you plan on adding toppings, so you don’t spill anything. I also LOVE a good weck jar.
Make sure to stir the overnight oats well, as chia seeds can clump up. You can give it a second stir after the overnight oats sit in the fridge for a while.
If you prefer a thinner consistency to your overnight oats, add more milk.
Mash your banana well. However, if you like added texture, you can leave some banana chunks.

A jar of peanut butter banana overnight oats on a wooden board with a second out out of focus off to the side.

Make Ahead Tips

Meal prep: store the overnight oats without any toppings in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
Freezer: to freeze overnight oats, portion out the oats in small containers, then freeze! Thaw the overnight oats in the fridge for 6-8 hours/overnight before you’d like to eat them. You can store applesauce overnight oats in the freezer for up to 2 months.

What are overnight oats?

Overnight oats are a no-cook method of making oatmeal! It’s made by soaking rolled oats in some liquid overnight so they become soft and digestible.

Can I heat up overnight oats?

Not a fan of cold overnight oats? No biggie! You can microwave the overnight oats with protein powder until warmed through before enjoying it for breakfast.

Are overnight oats healthy?

I would consider overnight oats to be healthy as they’re rich in fiber, protein, and antioxidants. They also contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals! Chia seeds are also rich in nutrients such as antioxidants, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids.

Can I use steel-cut oats?

While you can use steel-cut oats, keep in mind that they will need to be soaked longer and will be dense and chewy in comparison. This recipe, in particular, uses rolled oats, so I recommend following the recipe if this is your first time making overnight oats.