Save time and stress in the morning by putting together overnight oats the night before!
As the weather warms up, I love trading my usual warm bowl of oatmeal for a cool and refreshing jar of overnight oats. Anyone that knows me well knows that I have a mild obsession with Koeze all natural peanut butter made right here in Grand Rapids. Warm roasted peanuts are blended into creamy perfection to create my favorite protein-packed accessory for apple slices, banana chunks or simply a giant spoon. ;)
One of the best aspects of Koeze peanut butter is that it comes in a glass jar. When the jar runs low (a bit more frequently than I care to admit), it becomes the perfect home for overnight oats. Not only does it already have a resealable lid for overnight refrigeration but you can spare yourself the humility of trying to shove your entire face in the jar trying to lick it clean. Not that I would ever do that….
Overnight oats are a fun way to get the kids involved with breakfast. Let them get creative as they customize their own jar in the morning with various toppings such as apples, blueberries, shredded coconut, banana slices or chia seeds. Prefer a chewier texture? Use steel cut oats instead of old fashioned.
Your spoon is waiting.
Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla almond milk (unsweetened or milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup plain low fat yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter (or whatever is left in jar)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 banana (sliced)
- 2 strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- Add oats, almond milk, yogurt, chia seeds and peanut butter in a resealable glass jar and stir to combine.
- Refrigerate jar overnight.
- Top with banana and strawberry slices before serving in the morning.
Chef's Notes:
Nutrition:
Karen
What size mason jars do you use for these overnight oats?
Liz DellaCroce
You know what, I usually use a peanut butter jar but I would say a 16 ounce jar is perfect!
Corry Oosterhouse
Liz, I love Koeze’s peanut butter too!! Meijer’s had it on sale last week and I bought 1 smooth and 1 crunchy!! YUM!! Your recipe sounds heavenly!! I already put Koeze’s in my hot oatmeal and on a banana for part of lunch! I’m going to try it as soon as this cold, rainy weather we’re having here in GR/Grandville gets outa here and finally warms up!!
Liz DellaCroce
I hope you love it!! Just had Koeze today!!
Erin @ Texanerin Baking
Subtract the chia seeds and replace them with chocolate chips and I think I’d love this. :) Peanut butter, banana, and chocolate. It’s like heaven in a bowl!
Liz DellaCroce
Oh man that sounds good to me too!! My favorite flavors!
Madeline
Love Koeze Nut! I go through lots of it!
Liz DellaCroce
Oh man so do I!!! It’s embarrassing!
kirsten@FarmFreshFeasts
Liz,
Could you sub buttermilk for the almond milk?
It reminds me of the start of my favorite muffin batter.
Thanks!
Liz DellaCroce
If you like the taste of buttermilk – then yes!!!
Aggie
Gosh I love overnight oats and have not had them in FOREVER. You have totally inspired me. I need to start using one of my mason jars to build mine the night before, because not sure if I can wait till the bottom of my next jar :)
patsy
This sounds like a great idea for a fast breakfast in the mornings! I’ll have to give it a try… I’ve always got glass jars on hand since I had attempted to do some canning a year or so back. :)
Liz DellaCroce
Perfect for glass jars laying around!! Great with lots of various mix-ins!!
Kristen
Such an easy (and earth friendly) idea!
Liz DellaCroce
It’s funny I thought of that when I realized I scheduled the post on Earth Day!! Love reusing glass jars. :)
Megan
I just recently discovered the joys of overnight oats. This one looks really good, I’ll have to try it!
Nutmeg Nanny
I always love seeing the overnight oat ideas! They are so inspiring and look really satisfying!
Stefanie @ Sarcastic Cooking
Mmmmm… Peanut butter and banana. Those are my favorite flavors. You may have just convinced me to give this whole overnight oats a go!
Jen @ Savory Simple
These sound perfect. I love overnight oats and this is one of my favorite flavor combinations.
Jamie
I love overnight oats! Looking forward to those mornings where it’s too hot for hot cereal! Will they ever get here?!
Liz DellaCroce
Oh Jamie I hope so!!!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers
I make these all of the time! One of my favorite on the go breakfast’s! Great recipe and i love the strawberries and banana in it!
Liz DellaCroce
I need to make it more often!!! Whenever I do I kick myself for not doing it more.
Mary
This looks yummy and so perfect for my rushed mornings! Just a question, is it normal oats you use or is it a special type of oats?
Liz DellaCroce
Normal, old fashioned oats. :) You could use any kind though – quick cooking or even steel cut!
Alaina @ Fabtastic Eats
How have I never made overnight oats before? Im missing out..this is happening asap!
Liz DellaCroce
You need to get on that. ASAP!
Laurie {Simply Scratch}
What a satisfying and healthy breakfast! I’ve never heard of Koeze, hmmm need to investigate :)
Liz DellaCroce
You MUST get Koeze!! They sell it at Zingermans!
Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch
This looks so interesting and delicious! I can’t wait to try this!
Liz DellaCroce
It’s so nice, especially for busy mornings, to wake up and have breakfast ready!
Julia
Love this!! A great breakfast idea.
Liz DellaCroce
Thanks friend – so good and nice to get done the night before. :)
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
Love, love, love it! I make something similar in the morning, but now that fruits are making their seasonal comeback, I need to add strawberries!!
Liz DellaCroce
I know – I’ve been adding strawberries to EVERYTHING!!!
Mr. & Mrs. P
Never tried this before… Need to give it a try!!!
Liz DellaCroce
I just started eating it a few years ago but I love it and am hooked!!
Anne @The Cooking Campaign
Such a cool idea! I love this :)
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you Anne!! Let me know what you think!!
Bari
I’ve been getting into overnight oats and this one sounds good. I haven’t tried heating them up yet – might need to do that.
Liz DellaCroce
Sometimes when it’s cold out I’ll heat them up a bit – it’s nice to have the options. :) Enjoy!
Ali | Gimme Some Oven
Mmmm, love me some PB and banana! This sounds like the perfect way to begin the day!
Liz DellaCroce
Me too!! I love PB and Banana anything!! xo
Tieghan
Love how convient this is! YUM!
Liz DellaCroce
Thanks Tieghan – I do too! I love waking up and having breakfast ready. :)
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction
Love that you add chia seeds! This is a perfect breakfast!
Liz DellaCroce
I am totally addicted to chia!! Love the energy it gives me. :)
Tracey
I’ve been doing a ton of baking with pb and banana lately, it’s probably about time I made something a little more healthy with the two :) Your oats sound great!
Liz DellaCroce
Oooo that sure does sound good though!! This is a nice guilt free option though. :)
Lisa @ Garnish with Lemon
These sound fabulous! Can’t wait until the snow stops flying and I can make these for breakfast! Yum!
Liz DellaCroce
You and me both sista!
Ashley - baker by nature
I love this idea. I’m always in a rush come morning, so a make ahead meal sounds perfect. And there’s peanut butter involved, so major bonus points there!
Liz DellaCroce
Honestly, anything with peanut butter wins me over too. :) oxoxox