This Banana Coconut Overnight Oats recipe combines two of my favorite ingredients to create a creamy delicious healthy make-ahead breakfast recipe.
If there’s one thing I learned in my 6+ years of creating recipes and sharing them on my blog it’s you all LOVE simple “no frills” meal prep recipes. I’m right there with you, I have no time for complicated and fancy. I want healthy and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Overnight oats recipes are about as easy as it gets.
First, overnight oats don’t require cooking so all you need to do is throw everything in a mason jar, stick it in the fridge, and the oats are ready to eat in the morning. Seriously, a jar of overnight oats takes about 5 minutes to prepare.
Second, you can fill overnight oats with any fruit, nuts, or whatever wholesome stir-in you want. I included quinoa in this carrot cake overnight oats recipe.
Last, these jars can be made 3-4 days ahead of time so overnight oats are perfect to prepare on meal prep Sunday.
If you’re still on the fence with overnight oats then check out my easy overnight oats guide for step by step instructions and all my favorite healthy overnight oats recipes.
It doesn’t get easier than this Banana Coconut overnight oats recipe. In fact, if you use these ingredients often then I bet you already have everything in your pantry.
How to Make Banana Coconut Overnight Oats
I started with 1/2 cup of rolled oats, 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk, 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut, 1/2 of a ripe banana, 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon chia seeds.
This recipe doesn’t have a very strong coconut flavor. It more subtle and infuses deliciously with the banana. If you want a stronger coconut flavor then use 1/8 – 1/4 teaspoon of coconut extract. The chia seeds provide protein and fiber while also helping to thicken up the texture.
Then I mixed all the ingredients together and added a little more coconut milk to make sure all of the oats are completely covered in liquid.
Last, I tightly put the lid on and stored the oats overnight in the refrigerator. See, easy peasy!
In the morning, after giving the oats a couple stirs, I added a little more coconut milk to loosen it up a bit. If you need extra sweetness then add in another 1-2 teaspoons of pure maple syrup. Finally, I sprinkled some unsweetened shredded coconut on top and enjoy. Mmmmm!
Here’s everything you need to make Banana Coconut Overnight Oats
Mix all the ingredients together in a 16-ounce mason jar. If needed, add a little more coconut milk until the oats are completed covered in liquid.Tightly place the lid on and store in the refrigerator overnight.
Remove lid and stir the oats. Add in more coconut milk till loosen up the oats. Sprinkle more coconut on top. Enjoy.
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Alexandrasays
Thank you for this recipe. Simple and delicious.
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Mariasays
I have been making overnight oatmeal since Monday and I love making something different everyday.
You only need to let the oats soak and rest in the fridge for 2 hours. But, it's ideal if you soak it overnight…hence the name overnight oats! The next morning you have a ready-to-eat, delicious, creamy bowl or jar of “oatmeal.” The consistency is like a porridge or pudding.
Whether you prefer whole milk, rice milk or coconut milk, you can use it. Just make sure to add twice as much milk as oats. Note: You can also use whey, buttermilk or thinned yogurt for a tangier flavor.
Overnight Oats Basic Ratio = 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats + 3/4 cup milk. This is what I usually make for one serving. I'll add other things to this, but I'll share more about that below. If you want to double or triple this to make multiple servings you easily can.
There are countless health benefits of overnight oats, especially when it comes to your weight loss goals. It can keep you fuller for longer. For starters, oats can help keep you full, and in turn, can help reduce mindless snacking and excess calorie intake between meals.
Overnight oats are perfectly safe to be eaten every day. You may even eat them every morning if you like. However, some say that they feel oats give them digestive issues; overnight oats are not unsafe for those without medical conditions that affect digestion.
Add oats, milk, yogurt, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla and sea salt into a jar or storage container with a lid. Stir ingredients together. Place in the fridge overnight. If you're in a rush you can shorten the soak time to 2-4 hours.
As Best points out, "some of the worst ingredients that are mistakenly added to healthy overnight oat recipes include chocolate sauce, sugar, syrup, and dried fruit."
If you don't add enough liquid, your oats will be dry and clumpy in the morning, making them less enjoyable to eat. Make sure to add enough milk or yogurt to fully cover your oats and give them a creamy consistency.
Plant-Based Milk: Almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, coconut milk, or whichever plant-based milk you enjoy most will work. Chia Seeds: Adding chia seeds helps with thickness and creaminess which is extra important when omitting yogurt.
Dairy milk and oat milk both work well. Coconut milk adds rich flavor and yields an especially creamy texture. Maple syrup – For sweetness. Honey works too.
In a large glass jar, combine the oats, milk, yogurt, maple syrup or honey, chia seeds, vanilla cinnamon, and sea salt. Stir well to make sure all the ingredients are combined. Cover with a lid and place in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, remove from the refrigerator and stir.
Water: No need for any type of milk, water will do just fine! However, if you want your oats creamier or to add extra calories, feel free to use whichever non-dairy milk you prefer whether that's almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk, or soy milk. Chia seeds: These simple seeds are the secret to thick overnight oats.
Why do you put chia seeds in overnight oats? Chia seeds up the nutrition content in overnight oats. They're loaded with good-for-your-gut fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which help calm inflammation in your body and may protect you from chronic disease. They also add a nice protein boost to this recipe.
To lose weight, eat fewer calories than you burn throughout the day. The best things to eat for breakfast include oatmeal, eggs, lean bacon or turkey, whole-grain toast, peanut butter, smoothies, and yogurt with muesli.
Not only are overnight oats the heavier option in terms of texture, they are also richer in nutrients. Although chia seeds provide healthy protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids, whole-grain oats are a heartier source of vitamins, minerals, and heart-healthy antioxidants, and are generally considered more filling.
Allow to soak for a minimum of 30 minutes (best 4+ hours) and up to 4 days. I recommend adding another 2-3 tablespoons if milk to the mixture in the morning to loosen it up a bit then top with your favorite berries or fruit!
Generally, "overnight" is intended to mean eight to 10 hours, and in most cases even 12 probably wouldn't hurt. But a carefully written recipe should let us set our own schedules.
Since oatmeal is a complex carb, it's digested slower than foods containing simple carbs. However, oatmeal also contains dietary fiber, which helps with digestion and absorption. When these two factors are combined, the digestion time of oatmeal is relatively fast and takes about two to three hours.
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