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Healthy High-Protein Overnight Oats with Peanut Butter and Banana

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A quick and easy high-protein overnight oats recipe featuring peanut butter and banana, perfect for a nutritious and satisfying breakfast that supports weight loss and keeps you full all morning.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (45 g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk of choice (unsweetened almond, dairy, or oat milk)
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 2 tablespoons (32 g) natural peanut butter (no sugar added)
  • 1 medium banana (sliced or mashed)
  • 1 scoop (about 30 g) protein powder (vanilla or unflavored, whey or plant-based, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (12 g) chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon (7 g) honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients: In a jar or container, add rolled oats, chia seeds, protein powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently to mix evenly.
  2. Add the wet ingredients: Pour in milk and Greek yogurt. Add peanut butter (warm slightly if thick) and stir thoroughly until creamy.
  3. Sweeten and flavor: Add honey or maple syrup if desired. Fold in the banana, mashing half and slicing the other half for texture.
  4. Seal and refrigerate: Secure the lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow oats and chia seeds to soak and thicken.
  5. Check and adjust: In the morning, stir the oats. Add a splash of milk if too thick. Warm gently if preferred and add extra toppings like banana slices or nuts.
  6. Enjoy your protein-packed, creamy breakfast.

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture; avoid instant oats to prevent mushiness. Warm peanut butter slightly if thick for easier mixing. Adjust sweetness before refrigerating as chilling reduces sweetness perception. Prep multiple jars ahead for busy mornings. For vegan/dairy-free, swap Greek yogurt and milk with plant-based alternatives and use plant-based protein powder.

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