Banana split overnight oats

This Banana split overnight oats recipe is a healthy dessert inspired breakfast that comes together really fast and can be prepared the night before. It has the flavor profile of a banana split, creamy vanilla oats, fresh strawberries and banana, chocolate chips and crunchy pecans.

Some more dessert inspired healthy breakfasts to try are these Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats or this Tiramisu Overnight Oats.

Also try this Air Fryer Granola as a perfect, crunchy topping.

Ingredients

This Banana split overnight oats recipe is really easy to make and only requires a few ingredients, see the list below. 

For the full ingredient measurements, scroll down to view the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

• Rolled oats, or old fashion oats, they hold their shape and create a great texture in your overnight oats. I don’t recommend using quick cooking oats since they will become soggy and almost dissolve. 
• Chia seeds, mixing in a little chia seeds gives this banana split overnight oats a creamy, thicker texture and some added nutrients.
• Salt, just a little to enhance the flavor of these overnight oats.
• Almond milk, or other plant-based milk to keep this recipe vegan, or milk of your choice. For non vegan, cows milk can be used.
• Yoghurt, I used a vanilla yoghurt in this recipe. Use whatever yoghurt is your favorit, but a thick consistency works best.
• Nut butter, of choice, I used natural peanut butter.
• Maple syrup or other liquid sweetener like agave. Add more to taste for a sweeter overnight oat.
• Vanilla extract, for a hint of vanilla that goes so well with the other flavours.

Topping

• Yoghurt, I used a vanilla yoghurt in this recipe. Use whatever yoghurt is your favorit, but a thick consistency works best.
• Banana, ripe but not overly ripe so it keep its shape when cut.
• Strawberries, fresh strawberries works best. Chopped in bitesize pieces.
• Chocolate chips, this recipe uses dark chocolate, but any kind will work. A chopped chocolate bar is another great alternative.
• Pecans, or nuts of choice. For an allergy friendly alternative, use a nut free granola.

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

This overnight oats recipe comes together really fast and it is perfect for meal-prep. Follow along with the with the step-by-step photos below, for the full written instructions see the recipe card at the bottom.

In a bowl, stir together the oats, chia seeds and a pinch of salt.

Add the milk, yoghurt, nut butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract.

Stir very well, cover and place in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours.

To serve, gently mix in the chopped strawberries and chocolate chips, save some for topping.

Fill two glasses with the overnight oats and sliced banana. Top with some vanilla yoghurt, the reserved strawberries, chocolate chips and chopped nuts.

Hint: Serve these banana split overnight oats either in two glasses like in the picture above, or in two bowls. The banana can also be served in slices instead of larger pieces. Top with plenty of chopped strawberries, vanilla yoghurt, chocolate chips and some chopped nuts.

Substitutions and Variations

• Gluten-free – Oats are naturally gluten-free, but can on occasion contain traces of gluten. To ensure this recipe is gluten-free, only use certified gluten-free rolled oats. 
• Extra protein – For a protein packed breakfast, mix in 1 tablespoon of vanilla protein powder and an extra 2 tablespoons of milk.
• Vegan – To keep this overnight oat recipe vegan, make sure to use a plant-based milk, yoghurt and chocolate.
• Strawberries – Fresh strawberries tastes best, but frozen can also be used. Another option is to top these overnight oats with some homemade Strawberry Chia Jam.
• Nuts – Instead of pecans, other nuts of choice can be used. For an allergy friendly alternative, use a nut free granola.

Some more breakfast recipes to try Strawberries and Cream Chia Pudding or for a hot breakfast try this Strawberry Banana Oatmeal. Healthy muffins like these Strawberry, banana, chocolate chip oatmeal muffins are a great grab and go breakfast.

Storage

Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. Store them in an airtight container and wait with adding the fruit. The bananas will turn brown and the strawberries mushy. Stir them in before serving for the best taste.

After the overnight oats has been stored for a few days, they will soak up more liquid and the texture will be thicker. Stir it well and if needed, thin it out with a little more milk.

Overnight oats does not freeze well, so I don’t recommend this.