Introduction
This Banana Blueberry Overnight Oats is quick and easy. It uses simple pantry items and makes a ready breakfast. If you like banana flavors, try a different banana idea with this easy banana bread recipe for more banana treats.
Why make this recipe
Make this recipe because it saves time. You mix it at night and eat in the morning. It is healthy, filling, and sweet without heavy work. Kids and adults like it. You can change the milk, honey, or fruit to fit your taste.
How to make Banana Blueberry Overnight Oats
Put yogurt, oats, milk, honey, blueberries, banana, and cinnamon in a bowl or jar. Stir until all parts mix well. Cover and put in the fridge. Let it sit for several hours or overnight so the oats soften and the flavors blend.
Ingredients :
1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup quick oats, 2 tablespoons milk (any kind), 1-3 teaspoons honey, 1/4 cup blueberries, 1/2 banana (sliced), dash cinnamon (if desired)
Directions :
Add all the ingredients to a bowl and stir. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. You can also mix it in a tupperware, or a mason jar with a lid.
How to serve Banana Blueberry Overnight Oats
Serve cold or let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Add extra banana slices or more blueberries on top. You can add a sprinkle of nuts or seeds for crunch. Serve in a bowl or eat from the jar.
How to store Banana Blueberry Overnight Oats
Keep in the fridge in a covered container or jar. Use within 2 to 3 days for best texture and taste. If it gets too thick, stir in a little milk before eating.
Tips to make Banana Blueberry Overnight Oats
Use ripe banana for more sweetness. Mash half the banana for a creamier mix and slice the rest for topping. For a warm twist, try heating it quickly in the microwave for 30–60 seconds. For a cooked banana topping, see this simple fried bananas recipe to add on top.
Variation
- Use rolled oats instead of quick oats but give more time to soak.
- Swap Greek yogurt for plain yogurt or plant-based yogurt.
- Add peanut butter or almond butter for extra protein.
- Use strawberries or raspberries instead of blueberries.
FAQs
Q: Can I use old-fashioned rolled oats?
A: Yes. They need more time to soften, so soak longer or mash the banana more.
Q: Is this recipe good for meal prep?
A: Yes. Make several jars at once and keep them in the fridge for 2–3 days.
Q: Can I make it without yogurt?
A: You can use milk and a little mashed banana or plant-based yogurt, but texture will change.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes. Use plant-based yogurt and a vegan sweetener like maple syrup.
Conclusion
For another take on the blueberry and banana mix, see this Blueberry Banana Overnight Oats on Organize Yourself Skinny for extra ideas. You can also compare a similar healthy version at Healthy Banana Blueberry Overnight Oats at The Food Charlatan.
Banana Blueberry Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup quick oats or rolled oats with more soaking time
- 2 tablespoons milk any kind
- 1-3 teaspoons honey to taste
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 1/2 each banana (sliced) use ripe banana for sweetness
- dash cinnamon if desired
Instructions
Preparation
- Put yogurt, oats, milk, honey, blueberries, banana, and cinnamon in a bowl or jar.
- Stir until all parts mix well.
- Cover and put in the fridge. Let it sit for several hours or overnight to soften the oats and blend flavors.
Serving
- Serve cold or let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- Add extra banana slices or more blueberries on top.
- You can add a sprinkle of nuts or seeds for crunch and serve in a bowl or eat from the jar.