Bananas, cinnamon, and pecans come together in these overnight oats for a banana-bread–inspired, protein-packed breakfast that’s easy to prep the night before.
I hadn’t made overnight oats in a while — my last recipe was Tropical Overnight Oats with pineapple and kiwi, which was a hit — but lately I’ve been craving banana flavors. These banana bread overnight oats capture that warm, familiar taste while staying light and portable. I usually skip nuts in banana bread, but pecans add a welcome crunch and depth to this breakfast bowl.
If you’re like me and snacking can spiral, filling breakfasts are essential. Depending on the milk and yogurt you choose, each serving has about 15 grams of protein, and the oats keep you full longer. These banana bread overnight oats are a satisfying, quick way to start busy mornings.
The big advantage of overnight oats is convenience: mix the ingredients the night before and grab breakfast on the way out. My mornings are hectic getting kids ready and out the door, so having a thick, spoonable breakfast I can eat quickly (and that won’t spill easily) is incredibly helpful.
Flavor-wise, ripe banana lends natural sweetness and a fruity note, while Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and milk give a creamy, satisfying texture. A light dusting of cinnamon adds warmth and aroma, and chopped pecans provide that pleasant crunch. If you enjoy overnight oats, this banana-bread-inspired version is worth trying.
Banana Bread Overnight Oats
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ bananas
- ⅔ cup (54 g) old fashioned oats
- ½ cup (510 g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ Tbsp chia seeds
- ⅔ cup (159 ml) milk, any variety
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp pecans, chopped
Instructions
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Mash 1 banana with a fork in a large bowl. Add the oats, yogurt, chia seeds, milk, and cinnamon. Stir until combined.
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Divide the mixture between two half-pint (1-cup) jars. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4–6 hours) so the oats soften and thicken.
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Top each jar with sliced banana (use about half a banana) and 1 tablespoon of chopped pecans before serving. Enjoy chilled.
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Recipe added 4/16/16. Also appeared on Super Healthy Kids.
