Looking for a sweet Summer breakfast? Try these Banana Pudding Overnight Oats! They’re super creamy and perfect for meal prep!

Who says a healthy breakfast has to be boring?

This Banana Pudding Overnight Oats recipe is simply FUN. It tastes like a banana cream pie and can be made even higher in protein with protein powder!

It has an amazing banana flavor thanks to both the fresh banana AND banana pudding mix!

Scroll to the bottom of the post to get to the recipe card. Or keep reading for extra tips and tricks!

What are Overnight Oats?

I’ve had people give me one of those head tilts when I say I make overnight oats. Like, how can I even do that?

Overnight oats are not cooked. Instead, you soak them in liquid, along with other ingredients, in the fridge overnight.

The next morning, the oats soak up the liquid and become soft and creamy. Most people eat it cold, but others will microwave it for a few seconds to warm it up.

Overnight oats are a super easy breakfast recipe that you can meal prep and eat from all week!

Benefits of overnight oats

This genius breakfast idea has TONS of benefits- both health and lifestyle-related:

• Lots of fiber from oats, which keeps you full
• Whole grains can help lower cholesterol
• Easy to meal prep multiple servings ahead of time
• Is a grab-and-go breakfast
• A colder breakfast for hot Summer mornings

My go-to overnight oats base ingredients

When I make overnight oats, I use 4 base ingredients, no matter what kind I’m making. This helps make sure I’m getting all the right nutrients to keep me full and happy:

• 1/3 cup rolled oats
• 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon chia seeds

These 4 ingredients have fiber, protein, and fat. And any remaining ingredients help enhance the flavor and keep things interesting!

Ingredients

This particular recipe has a lot of ingredients, but making multiple jars at once helps to maximize your time:

• Rolled oats (Quick oats are fine too, but I like the texture of rolled oats)
• Greek yogurt
• Milk
• Chia seeds
• Honey
• Banana pudding mix
• Sliced banana
• Whipped cream

Additions/Substitutions

Have special dietary needs or want to change things around? Here are a few ideas of things to add or replace in your banana oatmeal:

• Milk: Use a plant-based milk like unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk, or soy milk; or any milk of choice
• Greek yogurt: Use vanilla Greek yogurt instead, or use a non-dairy yogurt if needed
• Ground flax seed
• Sugar free banana pudding mix
• Pure maple syrup instead of honey
• Vanilla protein powder instead of banana pudding mix– adds extra protein! Whey protein or plant-based protein, either works.
• Gluten free oats– Be sure to find oats that say “Certified gluten-free”
• Vanilla extract- To add a bit more flavor

How to Make Banana Pudding Overnight Oats

In two 8-ounce Mason jars, combine the oats, yogurt, milk, chia seeds, honey, banana pudding mix, and banana slices. Place the lids on top and store in the fridge overnight.

The next morning, give the oats a good stir, add whipped cream on top and enjoy! Add a splash of milk if you’d like to thin it out.

How to store

These overnight oats should be stored in either glass Mason jars or an airtight container, in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for 5-7 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of banana works best?

You can use a ripe banana- one that’s pretty brown- if you want it to mix in with all the ingredients. Ripe bananas give more natural sweetness, so you don’t have to use as much sugar!

If you don’t like the texture of soft bananas, use one that’s a bright yellow. Those are my favorite and pretty much the only kind I can tolerate!

Are these overnight oats gluten-free?

The quick answer is yes! However, check two of the ingredients:

• Oats: Oats are naturally gluten-free, but some are made in a factory that makes gluten-filled items. Grab a brand that says “Certified gluten free”.
• Pudding mix: Most pudding mixes are gluten-free, but check the label of the one you’re buying.

More overnight oats recipes

Looking for more healthy overnight oats ideas? Check out my Master Post for a list to keep you fueled all Summer!

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This is one of those breakfasts that the whole family will enjoy. Be sure to make a large batch!