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    Home » Breakfast and Brunch » Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats

    Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats

    Published: May 11, 2022 · Modified: Feb 17, 2023 by Alexandra Cook

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    Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats are so simple to prepare! Simply combine your ingredients and refrigerate overnight, and you have a delicious breakfast to wake up to. These creamy overnight oats are so satisfying and an ideal way to begin your day.

    Glass jar of overnight oats, sitting on a wooden board, with a spoon on the edge.
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    • Why you’ll love this recipe:
    • Ingredients in this recipe:
    • How to Make Banana Overnight Oats:
    • Tips for success and FAQs:
    • Variations and substitutions:
    • Serving suggestions:
    • More delicious recipes for you to try:
    • Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats
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    Why you’ll love this recipe:

    Whether you are a morning person or not, this is the ideal breakfast for busy, time-poor people, or those of us who just like a slower start to the day. All the preparation happens the night before, and your breakfast will be ready to enjoy once you hop out of bed!

    These Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats are delicious, nutritious, easy to prepare and will set you up for a productive day.

    You will love these Banana Overnight Oats because:

    • They require minimal preparation – all you have to do is mash a banana, mix it with your other ingredients and pop it in the refrigerator!
    • You can adjust the quantities to your needs – the written recipe serves two, but can easily be halved or doubled!
    • It is ideal for meal prep – they’ll last for three days in the fridge, so you can get a head start on your breakfast for the week.
    • This recipe is so versatile – customise the toppings to your liking. Add dried fruits, nuts, yoghurt or extra banana on top, or enjoy as is.

    Ingredients in this recipe:

    Please see the recipe card further along in the post for exact quantities of ingredients and the full method.

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    Banana – for the maximum natural sweetness, use a ripe banana. Bananas are at their best for this recipe when they are in between the eating and baking stage!

    Old Fashioned Rolled Oats – these are the best oats for this recipe. Steel-cut oats and quick-cooking oats can be used in overnight oats recipes, but may have a different ratio of liquid, and will produce a different texture.

    Milk – use a milk of your preference. I like to use almond or oat milk, but soy milk works just fine as does dairy milk.

    Chia seeds – helps give the oats a nice thick texture, and also add some extra fibre. Black or white chia seeds are fine to use in this recipe.

    Maple syrup – for a hint of extra sweetness. You could also use honey, but I would drizzle this on top when serving instead.

    Cinnamon – ground cinnamon works so well with banana, and adds a lovely warmth of flavour to the oats. A little sprinkled on top before serving is also a nice touch!

    How to Make Banana Overnight Oats:

    Please see the recipe card further along in the post for exact quantities of ingredients and the full method.

    Steps 1-2 of preparing this recipe - mashing the banana in a bowl and adding the remaining ingredients to the banana.

    1 – Mash the banana:
    In a medium bowl, mash the banana using a potato masher or fork.

    2 – Add the other ingredients to the banana:
    Add the cinnamon, chia seeds, rolled oats, maple syrup and almond milk to the banana.

    Steps 3-4 of preparing this recipe - whisking the ingredients together and adding them to a jar to be placed in the fridge.

    3 – Combine the mixture:
    Whisk or stir the mixture well to combine.

    4 – Refrigerate:
    Cover the bowl with clingwrap, or divide the mixture into two glasses or mason jars and cover. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.

    Glass jar of overnight oats, sitting on a wooden board, with a spoon on the edge.

    Tips for success and FAQs:

    These Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats could not be more simple to prepare. As there are such few ingredients, I do recommend using the best quality available.

    How long will the Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats last?

    For the best taste and texture, enjoy them within three days.

    How long do the Oats have to be in the fridge before consumption?

    Refrigerate your overnight oats mixture for at least 6 hours. I make mine just before bed and they’re perfect in the morning!

    Are Old Fashioned Rolled Oats Gluten-Free?

    There are different rules regarding this, depending on where you live in the world. For Australian residents, Coeliac Australia provides a great resource on this topic. Always be sure to read the labels and consult with a health professional if you are unsure.

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    Variations and substitutions:

    Banana – as this is the base of the recipe, I don’t recommend substituting it. There are so many other delicious Overnight Oats recipes though – see below for some of my favourites!

    Milk – you can use any milk of your choice in this recipe.

    Nuts – I like to serve the Banana Overnight Oats with some chopped almonds. I add these just prior to serving so they do not go soft.

    Glass jar of overnight oats, sitting on a wooden board, with a spoon in the jar.

    Serving suggestions:

    One of my favourite parts of making Easy Overnight Oats, is customising the toppings!

    For this recipe, I like to use a topping of Greek yoghurt, chopped almonds, coconut flakes and some additional sliced banana.

    You could also try:

    • Chopped walnuts (for a Banana Bread Overnight Oats!)
    • Coconut yoghurt, to keep the recipe vegan.
    • A drizzle of coconut cream and a sprinkle of additional cinnamon.
    • Fresh or dried fruit of your choice.

    Enjoy these delicious Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats. I hope you’ll love the ease of preparation and great taste – be sure to let me know what you think in the comments below!

    Alex xx

    More delicious recipes for you to try:

    • Glass jar of overnight oats topped with yoghurt, cubes of fresh peach and flaked almonds.
      Peach Overnight Oats
    • Glass jar of vanilla overnight oats, topped with halved cherries, sitting on a small white saucer with a teaspoon on the edge.
      Vanilla Overnight Oats with Cherries
    • Glass jar of overnight oats topped with yoghurt and pumpkin spice, sitting on a white saucer.
      Pumpkin Overnight Oats
    • Glass jar of overnight oats, topped with yoghurt, crushed hazelnuts and cut strawberries, sitting on a round wooden coaster.
      Nutella Overnight Oats

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    Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats

    Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats are so simple to prepare! Simply combine your ingredients and refrigerate overnight, and you have a delicious breakfast to wake up to. These creamy overnight oats are so satisfying and an ideal way to begin your day.
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: International
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Chill Time: 6 hours
    Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 285kcal
    Author: Alexandra Cook – It’s Not Complicated Recipes

    Ingredients

    For the Overnight Oats:

    • 1 large banana – ripe See Note 1
    • 1 cup (80 g) old fashioned rolled oats
    • 1 ¼ cup (300 ml) milk – I use almond or oat See Note 2
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds See Note 3
    • 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

    Recipe Measurements:

    For accuracy, we recommend weighing your ingredients. This will produce the best results.

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    Instructions

    • In a medium-size bowl, mash the banana.
    • Add the oats, almond milk, chia, maple syrup and cinnamon to the mashed banana and mix well to combine.
    • Cover the bowl with clingwrap, or divide the mixture into two glasses or mason jars and cover. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
    • Serve with toppings of your choice and additional milk if the mixture is too thick.

    Notes

    1. Banana: for the best flavour and sweetness, make sure your banana is ripe.
    2. Milk: use milk of your choice. I use almond or oat milk. Add more milk when serving if you prefer a thinner texture.
    3. Tablespoon: we use a standard Australian tablespoon which is 20 ml (4 teaspoons).
    4. Toppings: the toppings are optional (and are not included in the nutritional information). Use toppings of your liking – see suggestions above.

    Nutrition Estimate:

    Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 208mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 13g | Calcium: 262mg | Iron: 2mg
    Tried this Recipe? Please rate and leave a comment!
    Nutritional Disclaimer:

    The nutritional information is an estimate only, and is derived from online calculators. For accurate results, we recommend calculating the nutritional information based on the ingredients and brands you use.

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    1. Kelly

      February 01, 2023 at 11:25 am

      Instead of syrup, I used a couple squirts of liquid stevia.

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      • Alexandra

        February 01, 2023 at 3:13 pm

        Thanks for sharing, Kelly! Hope you enjoyed the oats 🙂

        Reply
    2. Karen

      May 19, 2022 at 9:25 am

      5 stars
      This was delicious! I have been on an overnight oats kick and was looking for a flavor that was unique. I came across this recipe and this is hands down one of my favorites. I make oats at least once a week, rotating with other flavors and “banana cinnamon” is ALWAYS my favorite! Thanks!

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      • Alexandra

        May 24, 2022 at 5:54 pm

        Hi Karen, I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed our Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats – they really do have great flavour! Thank you so much for your feedback. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Deanna

      May 17, 2022 at 4:15 am

      5 stars
      YUM! I eat breakfast really early in the morning and am often too tired to prepare something. This was perfect! All I had to do was pull it out of the refrigerator and grab a spoon. Loved the flavours and it kept me full for hours.

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      • Alexandra

        May 24, 2022 at 5:59 pm

        Hi Deanna, I am so pleased that you enjoyed that Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats. I also find that a little preparation at night is always worth the convenience in the morning. 🙂

        Reply
    4. Jamie

      May 14, 2022 at 6:10 am

      5 stars
      I’ve been looking for another way to use ripe bananas and this is perfect! The maple syrup and cinnamon go so well with these overnight oats. I meal prepped this a few days ago and have I’ve been having it every morning. It’s so good!

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      • Alexandra

        May 24, 2022 at 6:15 pm

        Hi Jamie, I am so pleased that you enjoyed our Banana Cinnamon Overnight Oats, thank you for letting me know. It’s always good to have another recipe to use ripe bananas! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Liz

      May 13, 2022 at 9:26 pm

      5 stars
      I love your overnight oats recipe—such a tasty and filling way to start the day!

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      • Alexandra

        May 24, 2022 at 10:06 pm

        Thank you, Liz – I am so pleased you enjoyed the recipe!

        Reply

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