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banana chia overnight oats in a glass jar with sliced bananas on top
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5-Minute Prep Banana Chia Overnight Oats Recipe

These Banana Chia Overnight Oats are the perfect breakfast, with hearty oats, chia seeds, and sweet bananas to start your day off right! 
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
chilling time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 309kcal
Author Kelly Nash
Cost $5

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup old fashioned oats
  • ½ tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup mashed banana plus extra slices for topping
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
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Instructions

  • In a jar or bowl, mix together the oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon.
    ½ cup old fashioned oats, ½ tablespoon chia seeds, 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Stir in the milk, banana, and maple syrup until well combined.
    ½ cup milk, ¼ cup mashed banana
  • Cover with a lid and place in the fridge for at least 5 hours, preferably overnight for the best texture.
  • In the morning, give it a good mix before eating. Top with chia seeds and sliced bananas.

Notes

  • Keep the overnight oats covered in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. Mix before enjoying.
  • You can eat these cold oats straight out of the fridge or heat in the microwave
  • Can be frozen for up to 2 months. To defrost, allow to sit in the fridge overnight. If the oats are dry add a splash of milk. 

Nutrition

Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 426mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 254mg | Iron: 3mg