These Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats are incredibly easy to make. Simply mash a ripe banana, mix it with the remaining ingredients, refrigerate overnight and wake up to a delicious, creamy breakfast. They’re satisfying, nutritious and a perfect way to start the day.
I love your overnight oats recipe – such a tasty and filling way to start the day!
– Liz
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Minimal preparation — mash a banana, mix with the other ingredients and refrigerate.
- Flexible servings — the recipe serves two but can be halved or doubled to suit your needs.
- Great for meal prep — the oats keep well in the fridge for up to three days, making breakfasts simple all week.
- Highly versatile — change toppings to your taste: fresh fruit, nuts, yoghurt, extra banana or a drizzle of nut butter.
- Perfect for busy mornings — all work is done the night before so breakfast is ready when you are.
Recipe Inspiration: These Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats use a ripe banana for natural sweetness and produce a creamy, balanced breakfast that will keep you satisfied.
Ingredients and Substitutions:
Please see the recipe card further down for exact quantities and the full method.
- Banana — use a ripe banana for the best natural sweetness and flavour.
- Old fashioned rolled oats — these give the best texture for overnight oats. Steel-cut or quick oats will change the texture and liquid ratio.
- Milk — any milk works: almond, oat, soy or dairy. Choose your preferred variety.
- Chia seeds — help thicken the mixture and add fibre. Either black or white chia is fine.
- Maple syrup — adds a touch of sweetness. Honey can be used instead, or drizzled on top when serving.
- Cinnamon — ground cinnamon pairs beautifully with banana and adds warming flavour.
Variations:
Milk — swap for your favourite plant or dairy milk.
Nuts — add chopped almonds, walnuts or pecans just before serving so they stay crunchy.
Cacao powder — stir in cacao for a chocolate-banana version.
Peanut butter — swirl in peanut or another nut butter for a richer flavour.
How to Make Banana Overnight Oats:
Please see the recipe card further down for exact quantities and the full method.
1 – Mash the banana:
In a medium bowl, mash the ripe banana with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth.
2 – Add the other ingredients:
Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, maple syrup and milk to the mashed banana.
3 – Combine the mixture:
Stir or whisk well so the banana is evenly distributed and chia seeds begin to hydrate.
4 – Refrigerate:
Cover the bowl with cling wrap or divide the mixture into two jars and seal. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. Add crunchy toppings just before serving to keep them crisp.
Hint: If the oats seem thick in the morning, stir in a little extra milk to loosen the texture.
Tips for Success, Storage and FAQs:
They’re best eaten within three days for optimum taste and texture.
Refrigerate for at least 6 hours. Preparing them before bed gives perfect results by morning.
Some rolled oats are processed in facilities that handle gluten. Check packaging if you require gluten-free oats and consult local guidance if unsure.
Top Tip:
With so few ingredients, use the best-quality items you can—ripe bananas, fresh oats and a milk you enjoy—for the most flavourful result.
Serving Suggestions:
Customising toppings is one of the best parts. For a favourite combination, top with Greek yoghurt, chopped almonds, coconut flakes and extra sliced banana.
Other ideas:
- Chopped walnuts for a banana-bread flavour.
- Coconut yoghurt to keep it vegan.
- A drizzle of coconut cream and extra cinnamon.
- Fresh or dried fruit of your choice.
Enjoy these simple, tasty Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats. They’re quick to prepare, versatile and perfect for mornings when you want a nutritious breakfast with minimal fuss.
Alex xx
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Please note:
For accuracy, when weights are given we recommend weighing ingredients. This produces the best results. Oven temperatures listed are for fan forced ovens.
Ingredients
For the Overnight Oats:
- 1 large banana – ripe
- 1 cup (80 g) old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 ¼ cup (300 ml) milk – almond or oat suggested
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 teaspoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Toppings (optional):
- Greek yoghurt or coconut yoghurt
- almonds or walnuts – roughly chopped
- coconut flakes and banana – freshly sliced when serving
Instructions
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Mash the banana in a medium bowl until mostly smooth.
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Add the oats, milk, chia seeds, maple syrup and cinnamon to the mashed banana and mix until combined.
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Cover the bowl or divide the mixture into jars. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
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Serve topped with your choice of yoghurt, nuts, coconut flakes and sliced banana. Add extra milk if you prefer a thinner consistency.
Notes
- Banana: choose a ripe banana for the best flavour and sweetness.
- Milk: use the milk you prefer; add more when serving if you’d like a looser texture.
- Tablespoon: this recipe uses a standard Australian tablespoon (20 ml). If using a different standard, adjust accordingly.
- Toppings: optional and not included in the nutrition estimate. Pick toppings to suit your taste.
- Storage: store refrigerated and consume within three days for best quality.
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