Blended Overnight Oats with Chocolate and Bananas Recipe
Delicious and creamy blended overnight oats made with a combination of oats, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and honey, topped with melted bittersweet chocolate and optional fresh banana slices and nuts. This make-ahead recipe is perfect for a quick, nutritious breakfast or snack that requires minimal preparation and blends a smooth, rich texture with wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Overnight Oats Base
- 2/3 cup dairy or non-dairy milk
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup smooth, natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Toppings
- 1/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
- Sliced bananas (optional)
- Chopped roasted peanuts (optional)
- Cocoa nibs (optional)
- Honey (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the milk, oats, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, honey, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Purée the mixture until completely smooth, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Refrigerate the Oats: Pour or divide the blended oat mixture evenly between two jars or containers, each holding 10 to 13 ounces. Cover them securely and refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and thicken.
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the bittersweet chocolate chips into a small heatproof bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth, which should take about 1 minute in total.
- Top with Chocolate and Chill: Spoon the melted chocolate evenly over the chilled oat mixture in the jars. Return the jars to the refrigerator and let the chocolate set for about 10 minutes until firm.
- Add Final Toppings and Serve: Before serving, add optional toppings such as sliced bananas, chopped roasted peanuts, cocoa nibs, and a drizzle of honey for extra flavor and texture.
- Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare the oat base mixture without the toppings up to 5 days in advance. Just keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use any dairy or plant-based milk according to your preference for a dairy-free option.
- Natural peanut butter provides a richer, less sweet flavor compared to processed varieties.
- Adjust the amount of sweetener like honey or maple syrup to taste or substitute with alternatives for dietary needs.
- Overnight oats can be customized with different toppings such as fresh berries, nuts, or seeds based on personal taste.
- Ensure the jars or containers are airtight to maintain freshness during refrigeration.
- This recipe serves two and is excellent as a grab-and-go breakfast.
Keywords: overnight oats, peanut butter oats, blended oats, healthy breakfast, make ahead breakfast, Greek yogurt oats, chocolate oats, chia seeds oats
