This meal-prep-friendly banana overnight oats recipe is not only quick to prepare but also satisfying too! Plus, it is refined sugar-free and tastes amazing with the addition of walnuts and the added goodness of chia seeds! It takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is perfect for busy mornings, or meal prep.

Easy Banana Overnight Oats Recipe: The perfect Go-To Healthy Breakfast

It would be wrong of me to not have a place for a good ol’ banana overnight oats recipe here on this blog… Especially seeing as it was the very first overnight oats flavor I ever tried 8 years ago when I hopped onto the ‘healthy’ bandwagon. (I stuck to banana overnight oats in specific for wayyy too long before venturing out). Mainly because I was a complete beginner when it came to healthier eating and I had absolutely NO idea that I could switch it up.

If we’re being honest here, I’m sure it’s the first flavor that many people try. Largely due to the fact that when you search ‘overnight oats’ on just about any platform, some kind of banana overnight oats variation will pop up. I’m not quite sure why if I’m being very transparent, because there are other AMAZING combinations to try.

With that said, I’m not playing it down in the least! It’s incredibly versatile and a great, easy staple that you can add to your mornings. It’s filling and “one of those” that you can very quickly become hooked on!

Unlike the strawberry and chocolate overnight oats recipes that I posted that don’t include chia seeds, this recipe does! They add extra fiber and healthy fats to this overnight oats recipe (which, when paired with the protein and carbs allow you to stay satiated for a good portion of the day).

Protein Overnight Oats recipe with chia seeds

What Are the Health Benefits of overnight Oats?

This overnight oats recipe is rich in fiber, and contains all three macronutrients: protein, carbs, and fats, as well as other nutrients. This combination of macronutrients and ingredients will help to keep you full for a long and offer sustained energy to carry you throughout the morning. Overall, it can be a great element to add to your diet to support your overall health and wellbeing too.

Why Are Banana Overnight Oats a Great Choice for Meal Prep?

Banana overnight oats are a great choice for meal prepping because they are incredibly easy to make, they store well for 3-4 days in the fridge, and they are packed with protein and nutritionally dense ingredients! You can batch make a few servings of this oats by doubling, tripling or quadrupling the amounts that the recipe calls for and then storing them in the fridge until you are ready to serve them. By preparing a few servings in advance, you will save time on busy mornings while still ensuring that you have a healthy breakfast ready to go.

Macros:

Calories – 390

Protein – 21g

Carbs – 57g

Fats – 8.7g

Side view of banana overnight oats with vanilla protein yogurt topping

how to make This Protein-Packed Overnight Oats recipe:

Oats:

Place 1/2 a small banana in a small bowl, and mash it up using a fork. Add the oats, protein powder, cinnamon, and chia seeds to the same bowl.
Then add in the milk, yogurt, vanilla, and honey. Mix all of the ingredients together until they are completely combined.
Finally, roughly chop 3 walnut halves and add them to the oats mixture. Stir them in so that they are evenly distributed.
At this point, you can either leave the oats in the bowl or transfer the mixture into a glass jar.

Yoghurt topping:

In a separate small bowl, mix the yogurt and protein powder together.
Place the yogurt topping on top of your oats mixture.

Cover and place in the fridge overnight (or for a minimum of 4 hours). Then, in the morning (or after 4 hours), remove from the fridge.

Additional toppings:

In the morning, remove the oats from the fridge and add sliced banana and a dash of cinnamon over the oats. Serve and enjoy!

Additions/ Toppings:

The sliced banana and cinnamon placed on top of the yogurt pair incredibly with this banana overnight oats recipe! If you are looking for other options, the following would also be great:

White or Dark Chocolate Chips
Extra chopped nuts (like walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
Honey or maple syrup:
Shredded Coconut
Fresh strawberries
Dark chocolate chips

Final jar of overnight oatmeal with banana

Spoonful of healthy breakfast oatmeal with chia seeds

FAQ:

Name: Banana Overnight Oats
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1/2 Small Banana; 1/3 Cup Rolled Oats; 1/4 tsp Cinnamon; 1 tbsp Vanilla Protein Powder; 1 tsp Chia Seeds ((substitute with flax seeds)); 1/4 Cup Low-Fat Milk ((substitute with full-fat or dairy-free alternatives)); 2 tbsp Low-Fat Plain Yoghurt ((substitute with full-fat or dairy-free alternatives)); 1/2 tsp Vanilla Essence; 1-2 tsp Honey ((substitute with maple syrup)); 3 Walnut Halves; 40 g Low-Fat Plain Yogurt; 5 g Vanilla Protein Powder; Sliced Banana; Cinnamon

Can I Make This Banana Overnight Oats With Non-Dairy Milk? Yes! You can use almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, or any other non-dairy milk and yogurt in this recipe! If you would like to, you can also substitute the vanilla protein powder for a dairy-free variation.

What Are The Benefits of Adding Chia Seeds To Overnight Oats? The chia seeds add extra fiber, healthy fats, and very little bit of extra protein to your overnight oats. They absorb the liquid and add fullness to the oats too. All in all, they help keep you fuller for longer and give the oats a great texture.

How Long Can I Store This Overnight Oats in the Fridge? You can store this overnight oats in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Make sure that your container is airtight so that the oats stay fresh and that no unwanted odor can enter the container (which can impact the flavors). In saying this, only add on the toppings just before serving (specifically the sliced banana – to prevent it from going brown and soggy).

How Can I Make My Banana Overnight Oats Sweeter Without Adding Refined Sugar? You can sweeten the oats by adding a bit more honey into the recipe. Feel free to taste it as you go to make sure the amount suits your preference. Alternatively, you can also add in a handful of raisins or chopped dates.

Can I Make This Recipe Without Yogurt? Yes, you can make banana overnight oats without yogurt. Simply increase the amount of milk or use a plant-based yogurt alternative. The consistency might be slightly different, but it will still be delicious.

If you’re an overnight oats fan, you should check out these other great variations!

Banana Overnight Oats

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Calories 390 kcal