Banana Bread Protein Overnight Oats
These Banana Bread Protein Overnight Oats have a delicious touch of sweetness and creaminess with every bite and gives you a nutritious kick start to your day. These legit taste like banana bread and are one of my favorite Fall breakfasts because they are refreshing, sweet, and comforting with zero guilt.
Overnight Oats are one of my favorite breakfasts of all time because they are so easy to make and customizable! They only take 5 minutes to prepare the morning before and require no baking. The flavors that you can create are endless as well.
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Ingredients
- Oats - Could have guessed that one right? Be sure to use old fashioned rolled oats! You can not substitute for quick oats or steel cut oats because they don’t absorb liquid the same way rolled oats do. You need 1/2 cup.
- Almond Milk - I used 1/2 cup of unsweetened vanilla flavored almond milk. You can use any kind of milk you would like though, such at oat milk.
- Banana - 1/2 of a medium sized banana, mashed.
- Greek Yogurt - Use 1/4 cup of plain, non-fat Greek yogurt for added protein and creaminess!
- Protein Powder - Use 30 grams of your preferred protein powder. My personal favorite is by the brand Prozis (either the zero diet whey vanilla or the natural vanilla whey isolate). You can actually use the code “KATIE10″ for 10% off at Prozis!
- Maple Syrup - Feel free to use any sweetener of choice. I used the brand Lakanto for a lower calorie & sugar option.
- Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon, for flavor.
- Nutmeg - Just a dash!
How To Make
Overnight oats require zero effort and are SO quick to prepare.
- Add all ingredients into a mason jar or Tupperware.
- Stir to combine and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Top with whatever you want! I did walnuts, banana slices, brown sugar swerve, and cinnamon.
Are Overnight Oats Healthy?
Yes! Oats are packed with nutrients and vitamins. You are getting complex carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats all in one meal. Overnight Oats are a great meal to start off your day because they will keep you full and you can just grab them and go if you are in a hurry in the morning.
Here are some awesome nutritional perks to these protein overnight oats:
- Oats - Oats are full of whole grains and a type of fiber called beta-glucan, which helps with cholesterol, blood sugar levels, and helps keep you fuller longer. They are also loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant plant compounds.
- Banana- Full of potassium (which helps your muscles work better and keeps your bones healthy), Vitamin B6, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and magnesium.
- Greek Yogurt - Greek yogurt is full of protein, probiotics, vitamins, and minerals such as Vitamin B-12, calcium, and iodine.
- Protein Powder - Good source of protein and helps keep you fuller longer.
Why Is Consuming Protein Important?
- Protein is nutrient-rich, so it helps you stay fuller longer. You are more likely to eat less when you have high protein meals because you won't have the munchies!
- It boosts your metabolism & increases fat burning.
- It increases muscles & strength. If you are lifting weights and not eating enough protein, you aren;t going to see much of a difference!
- It lowers your blood pressure.
Optional Add Ins/Substitutions
As I mentioned above, overnight oats are extremely customizable. Here are some optional add ins/substitutions:
- Almond Milk - Use any milk of choice. I would recommend doing an unsweetened non-dairy milk of some sort though to keep the calories low and have no added sugar.
- Chia Seeds - You can add a spoonful of chia seeds to your overnight oats for added nutrients! Chia seeds are rich in rich in minerals, omega-3 fat, antioxidants, and fiber.
- Granola Butter – This is what really tops these oats off. If you haven't had granola butter yet, your life is about to be changed. The best way to describe it is healthy cookie butter. Use the code KATIELADY10 for a discount here!!
- Syrup - You can use any liquid sweetener of choice such as pure maple syrup, honey, or liquid stevia drops. I personally prefer using Lakanto maple syrup.
- Protein Powder - You can substitute any flavor & type of protein powder that you prefer. I personally used Prozis Zero Vanilla Whey Protein. Don't like/want protein powder? You can completely omit it and just use a little less liquid so your oats aren't too watery.
- Nuts - Top your oats off with nuts for a little bit of a crunch! I have made these with walnuts before and it was delicious!
How Do You Eat Overnight Oats?
I get this question A LOT! I know it may sound odd at first, but you actually eat these cold! That is why they are so nice for when you are on the go because you do not have to heat them up. The oats soak up a lot of the moisture when they soak overnight and become super soft and delicious when you enjoy them in the morning!
How Long Do Overnight Oats Stay Good For?
You can keep your overnight oats in the fridge for up to 3 days. If they go any longer than that, I feel like they can be too mushy if you know what I'm saying! When I am meal prepping overnight oats, I will make 3 days worth in advance so I am not spending much time in the kitchen during the week!
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Other Awesome Overnight Oat Recipes
If you like these, you may also like my Turtle Protein Overnight Oats or my Blueberry Jam Protein Overnight Oats!
These Banana Bread Protein Overnight Oats have a delicious touch of sweetness and creaminess with every bite and gives you a nutritious kick start to your day. These legit taste like banana bread and are one of my favorite Fall breakfasts because they are refreshing, sweet, and comforting with zero guilt.
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- ¼ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
- 30 g protein powder (I used the natural vanilla whey isolate). You can actually use the code “KATIE10″ for 10% off at Prozis!)
- ½ banana (medium, mashed)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (Feel free to use any sweetener of choice. I used the brand Lakanto for a lower calorie & sugar option.)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp nutmeg
Add all ingredients into a mason jar or Tupperware.
Stir to combine and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Top with whatever you want! I did walnuts, banana slices, brown sugar swerve, and cinnamon.
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 378kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4.6g8%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 12.5mg5%
- Sodium 354.1mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 51.9g18%
- Dietary Fiber 7.8g32%
- Sugars 9.6g
- Protein 38g76%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Please note that my nutrition label is approximate and has slight rounding.