Description
This Creamy Overnight Banana Cinnamon Oats recipe is a wholesome and delicious make-ahead breakfast that combines hearty rolled oats with chia seeds, ripe bananas, and warm cinnamon. Soaked overnight in milk, the oats soften into a creamy texture, making it a convenient, nutritious, and naturally sweet start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 3-4 tablespoons brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (or more to taste)
- 1 pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed banana (about 2 ripe bananas)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the rolled oats, chia seeds, brown sugar, mashed bananas, cinnamon, salt, vanilla extract, and milk. Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly until everything is well mixed and the oats are fully coated.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Allow the mixture to soak for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, so that the oats and chia seeds absorb the liquid and soften, resulting in a creamy texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once ready to eat, stir the oats well to combine. Add your favorite toppings such as fresh fruits, nuts, or seeds as desired before serving to enhance flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of brown sugar to suit your preferred sweetness level.
- Any type of milk can be used, including dairy or plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk.
- Try adding toppings such as sliced almonds, walnuts, berries, or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a thicker consistency, reduce the milk slightly or increase the chia seeds.
- Overnight oats can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making them great for meal prep.
