Simple 5-Ingredient Overnight Oats Recipe with Banana and Almond Butter for Easy Healthy Breakfast
A quick and easy overnight oats recipe using just five simple ingredients that creates a creamy, nourishing, and comforting breakfast perfect for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (45g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 1 cup (240ml) milk (dairy or plant-based like almond, oat, or soy)
- 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons almond butter (smooth variety)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Mash one medium ripe banana with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining.
- Add ½ cup rolled oats and 1 cup milk of your choice into a mason jar or airtight container. Stir gently to mix.
- Spoon in 2 tablespoons of almond butter on top; it will swirl in overnight for rich flavor.
- Drizzle 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if desired for extra sweetness (optional).
- Give the ingredients a gentle stir to combine without breaking up the almond butter too much.
- Seal the container tightly and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours to allow oats to soak and soften.
- In the morning, stir the oats again. Add extra sliced banana or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. Enjoy cold or let sit out for 10 minutes for a softer texture.
Notes
Use a ripe banana for natural sweetness; adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup if needed. Do not mix almond butter aggressively before refrigerating to keep creamy pockets. Soak oats at least 6 hours for best texture. Add crunchy toppings just before serving to preserve texture. If oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of milk; if too runny, add more oats and let sit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately
- Calories: 350400
- Sugar: 1015
- Sodium: 50100
- Fat: 1215
- Saturated Fat: 1.52
- Carbohydrates: 4550
- Fiber: 68
- Protein: 810
Keywords: overnight oats, banana, almond butter, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, no-cook oats, gluten-free, vegan option