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Healthy Meal Prep Overnight Oats with Peanut Butter Banana

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A quick, easy, and nutritious overnight oats recipe combining rolled oats, peanut butter, banana, and chia seeds for a creamy, satisfying breakfast perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (45g) rolled oats (old-fashioned recommended)
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk (dairy or plant-based such as almond, oat, or soy milk)
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
  • 1 ripe medium banana, mashed
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup rolled oats with 1 tablespoon chia seeds. Stir well to distribute the chia evenly.
  2. Peel and mash the ripe banana with a fork until smooth but still a bit chunky.
  3. Add ½ cup milk, 2 tablespoons peanut butter, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the bowl. Add 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if extra sweetness is desired. Stir vigorously until well blended.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the oats and chia seeds. Stir thoroughly until combined and the peanut butter is evenly distributed.
  5. Divide the mixture evenly into two 16-ounce (475ml) mason jars or airtight containers. Seal the lids tightly.
  6. Refrigerate the jars for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats and chia seeds to soak and thicken.
  7. The next morning, stir the oats well. Optionally, top with extra sliced banana, a drizzle of peanut butter, or chopped nuts before serving.

Notes

If oats are too thick in the morning, stir in a splash more milk. If too runny, add a teaspoon of oats and let sit for 10 minutes. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness; add honey or maple syrup if banana is underripe. Stir peanut butter well before mixing to avoid clumps. Prep multiple jars for up to 5 days of meal prep. For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.

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