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Banana Chia Overnight Oats
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
4 hrs 10 mins
 

This healthy and creamy Banana Chia Overnight Oats is studded with chocolate chips and a hint of cinnamon. A wholesome make ahead breakfast that is perfect for meal-prep. Easy and fast to make, loaded with flavor and both gluten-free and vegan.

Servings: 2 servings
Author: Helena
Ingredients
  • 1 banana, very ripe
  • 1 ½ cups almond milk, or milk of choice
  • 1-2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter, all natural
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (100g) oats
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts (optional)
Topping
  • Yoghurt
  • Banana slices
  • Chocolate chips and chopped walnuts
Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, add the banana and mash well until creamy. Add the peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract and stir well. Slowly stir in the milk and stir until everything is combined.

  2. Add the oats, chia seeds, cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Stir well a few times to prevent lumps forming from the chia seeds.

    Taste the oat mixture and add more maple syrup is desired.

  3. Stir in the optional chocolate chips of walnuts if adding. Cover and place in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours.

  4. To serve, fill two glasses and top with some yoghurt, a few sliced of banana and some chopped nuts and chocolate chips if desired.