Description
This Overnight Oats Banana Chocolate recipe is a quick and easy no-cook breakfast that combines creamy oats soaked overnight with fresh banana, rich dark chocolate, and optional crunchy nuts. Perfect for a nutritious start to your day, it blends wholesome ingredients like chia seeds, Greek yogurt, and rolled oats to create a delicious and satisfying meal ready right from the fridge.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1 large ripe banana, sliced
- 1 ounce dark chocolate, chopped or in chips
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts, walnuts or almonds, optional
- Pinch of sea salt, optional
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium bowl or large jar, combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek or plant-based yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Stir well until all ingredients are fully mixed and evenly incorporated.
- Chill Overnight: Cover the mixture and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours. This allows the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften while the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Adjust Consistency: The next morning, give the soaked oats a good stir. If the texture is too thick for your liking, add a splash of milk to achieve your preferred consistency.
- Portion the Oats: Divide the prepared oats evenly between two bowls or jars, making ready individual servings.
- Add Toppings: Top each serving with the sliced ripe banana and chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips. If desired, sprinkle with chopped nuts such as walnuts or almonds and a pinch of sea salt for an extra burst of flavor and texture.
- Serve: Enjoy your overnight oats chilled for a refreshing and energizing breakfast that requires minimal morning effort.
Notes
- Use dairy or plant-based milk and yogurt to suit dietary preferences or restrictions.
- Maple syrup or honey can be substituted or omitted according to sweetness preference or dietary needs.
- Adding nuts provides extra crunch but can be omitted to make the recipe nut-free.
- The pinch of sea salt enhances the sweetness and chocolate flavors but is optional.
- Experiment with different fruits or toppings such as berries, coconut flakes, or seeds for variety.
