Ingredients:

  • ½ cup (50g) rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon (7g) chia seeds (optional)
  • ¾ cup (180ml) milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) peanut butter
  • ½ ripe banana, mashed
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Sliced banana (optional topping)
  • Chopped peanuts (optional topping)
  • A drizzle of peanut butter (optional topping)
  • Chocolate chips (optional topping)

Instructions:

  1. In your jar or container, combine the rolled oats and chia seeds (if using).
  2. Add the milk, peanut butter, mashed banana, maple syrup, and vanilla extract (if using) to the jar.
  3. Stir everything together thoroughly until well combined and the peanut butter is evenly distributed. Ensure there are no clumps of dry oats.
  4. Cover the jar tightly with a lid and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. In the morning, give the oats a good stir. If they seem too thick, add a splash more milk to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Top with sliced banana, chopped peanuts, a drizzle of peanut butter, and any other desired toppings.
  7. Dig in and enjoy your Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats. One of the best overnight oats recipes!