Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats
A simple, delicious, and customizable breakfast that combines the flavors of banana and chocolate, perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats Old fashioned oats give the best texture.
- 1 cup milk of choice Dairy or non-dairy both work.
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Optional, makes it creamy.
- 1 tbsp chia seeds Optional, helps thicken.
- 1 large ripe banana Riper bananas provide more sweetness.
Flavor Additions
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder Use for a smooth chocolate flavor.
- 1 tbsp nut butter Peanut butter or almond butter works well.
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips For pockets of chocolate.
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts Walnuts or pecans for crunch.
- 1 tbsp sweetener Optional, use if banana is not very ripe.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a jar or bowl, add rolled oats, milk, and Greek yogurt if using. Stir until the oats are fully soaked.
- Add chia seeds if using, and stir again really well to avoid clumping.
- Mash half or one whole banana and stir it in, then add cocoa powder and nut butter. Mix until it's a chocolatey oatmeal batter.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped nuts. Reserve some for topping if desired.
Chill
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
Serve
- In the morning, stir the mixture. If it's too thick, add a bit more milk.
- Top with banana slices, extra nuts, or chocolate chips. Avoid adding banana slices the night before to prevent browning.
Notes
Adjust the thickness by adding more milk or chia seeds as per preference. For variations, try using chocolate milk, more nut butter, or adding spices.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10g