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    Home » Breakfast » Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats with Walnuts

    Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats with Walnuts

    Published: Jan 7, 2020 · by Anne · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Chocolate banana overnight oats  are made with old fashioned rolled oats, bananas, dark cocoa powder and walnuts for deliciously satisfying breakfast that’s filling.  

    This recipe was originally published in 2018. I’ve updated the ingredients and the photos for a better version of  banana chocolate overnight oatmeal.

    Two jars of Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats topped with walnuts, craisins and coconut

    Even though they have been around for a while, I still love the simplicity of  overnight oats. A few ingredients are mixed together and stored in the refrigerator while the oats  soak and soften overnight. When it’s time for breakfast you have a creamy and delicious serving of oatmeal.  

    They may taste a little bit like dessert, but don’t let that fool you. Banana chocolate overnight oats are a very nutritious breakfast. They are loaded with protein, fiber, a variety of vitamins and minerals, and they are naturally sweet.  You can eat them cold or heat them up for a hot serving of oatmeal.

    If chocolate isn’t your thing, you can always leave it out or give these apple cinnamon overnight oats a try.

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    The ingredients; chia seeds, walnuts, rolled oats, banana, almond butter and cocoa powder

    Here is What You Will Need

    • Old Fashioned Rolled Oats work the best. Instant oats will turn to mush.
    • Chia Seeds thickens the oatmeal
    • Almond Butter adds a touch of creaminess 
    • Water or your favorite milk.  I find that the oatmeal is creamy and delicious with just water but you can use any type of milk if you prefer.
    • Walnuts 
    • Ripe bananas that are soft and easy to mash sweeten the oatmeal naturally
    • Dark unsweetened cocoa powder 
    • Maple syrup – optional
    • A mixing bowl
    • 8 ounce mason jars

    Here’s How to Make Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats

    All of the ingredients in a bowl unmixed

    Add all of the ingredients into a bowl and mix them up.

    all of the ingredients mixed in a bowl

    For individual cups of oatmeal, divide the mixture into half and store it in 8 ounce mason jars or refrigerator storage containers.

    an overhead view of two jars of banana chocolate overnight oats

    Tips and Variations

    • Mix overnight oats directly in mason jars by adding the ingredients  to the mason jars instead of a bowl. This recipe makes two 8 ounce jars so you would have to split the ingredients in half and place them into each jar.
    • Make a double batch to use throughout the week.
    • Store the overnight oats in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.
    • Change It up! Substitute the walnuts for sliced almonds, or chopped pecans.  Add fresh raspberries, chopped cherries or dates to the oatmeal. 

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      Banana-Chocolate & Walnut Overnight Oats

      Banana-Chocolate & Walnut Overnight Oats

      Yield: 2
      Prep Time: 10 minutes
      Total Time: 10 minutes

      Chocolate and bananas are mixed with oats to make these sweet tasting overnight oats.

      Ingredients

      • ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
      • 1 cup water
      • 1 tablespoon almond butter
      • 1 banana, mashed
      • 2 tablespoon chia seeds
      • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
      • 1 tablespoon cacao powder
      • Optional 1 tablespoon maple syrup or diced Medjool date
      • OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
      • 1 teaspoon dried cherries or cranberries
      • 1 teaspoon shredded coconut
      • Cacao nibs

      Instructions

      1. Place all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and stir until everything is mixed together
      2. Cover and the bowl and place it in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 4 hours
      3. Add toppings just before serving and enjoy
      Nutrition Information:
      Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
      Amount Per Serving: Calories: 390Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 11mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 11gSugar: 15gProtein: 10g

      Nutrition information is provided by an online calculator and is meant to be used for informational purposes only. Even though I try to provide accurate information, these figures should still be considered as estimates.

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      © Anne
      Cuisine: American / Category: Breakast

      Nutrition information is provided by Nutrifox,  an online calculator and is meant to be used for informational purposes only.  Even though I try to provide accurate information, these figures should still be considered as estimates.

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        Comments

        1. Jolene

          July 28, 2018 at 9:04 am

          Just started making overnight oats recently, and can’t wait to try your recipe!

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        2. Karen

          July 28, 2018 at 12:43 pm

          I love overnight oats, and these flavors made them even better.

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        3. Valentina | The Baking Fairy

          July 28, 2018 at 3:27 pm

          These look so delicious! I’m always looking for new flavors for my overnight oats and I love the sound of chocolate and walnuts together.

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        4. Caroline Williams

          July 29, 2018 at 8:34 pm

          Overnight oats are such a handy option for breakfast, especially being made ahead. I love the sound of all the flavors in this version.

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        5. Family Around The Table

          July 29, 2018 at 8:57 pm

          Such a time saver on a busy school morning. This will get us out the door on time!

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        6. Books n' Cooks (@booksncooks2)

          July 30, 2018 at 6:58 pm

          I’m not a huge oatmeal fan, but this totally looks like dessert. I bet I can trick myself into calling it pudding 😉

          Reply

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