
Almond Butter and Banana Overnight Oats with Toasted Coconut and Cacao Nibs
15min
10min
2
516
Chef's Note
For the best texture, make sure to use rolled oats rather than quick oats or steel-cut oats. The rolled variety absorbs liquid perfectly while maintaining a pleasant chewiness. You can prepare these oats up to 3 days in advance, but add the toppings just before serving for optimal texture contrast.
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Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
1 cup Greek yogurt (2% fat)
3 tablespoons natural almond butter
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
3 tablespoons cacao nibs
2 tablespoons hemp seeds
2 medium ripe bananas
2 scoops protein powder (vanilla)
2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
1/8 teaspoon cardamom
Instructions
- 1
In a dry skillet over medium-low heat, toast 1/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes, stirring frequently until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk and 2 scoops vanilla protein powder until smooth with no lumps.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/8 teaspoon cardamom.
- 4
Add the almond milk and protein powder mixture to the oat mixture and stir well to combine.
- 5
Fold in 1 cup Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons maple syrup until fully incorporated.
- 6
In a small microwave-safe bowl, warm 3 tablespoons almond butter for 15-20 seconds until slightly runny. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- 7
Divide half of the oat mixture between two mason jars or airtight containers.
- 8
Slice 1 banana and divide the slices between the two containers, placing them on top of the first oat layer.
- 9
Drizzle half of the warmed almond butter mixture over the banana layer in each container.
- 10
Add the remaining oat mixture on top of the almond butter layer in each container.
- 11
Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- 12
When ready to serve, slice the remaining banana. Top each jar with banana slices, toasted coconut flakes, 1.5 tablespoons cacao nibs per jar, and 1 tablespoon hemp seeds per jar.
- 13
Serve chilled, or allow to sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes if you prefer a less cold breakfast.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
516
33g
58g
17g
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