Banana Split Overnight Oats
The return of the overnight oats!
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If you followed me last summer, you probably saw that I had a thing for overnight oats. I’m not the biggest fan of warm oatmeal, but I like the parfait/pudding texture of overnight oats, and I like the convenience factor for quick mornings. I also love a chance to eat an egg-free/plant-based breakfast!
I love experimenting with overnight oat flavors. I have a ton from last year, and you can find most of them here. This one was obviously very inspired by a banana split, but I made my own chocolate sauce to keep it plant-based and homemade!
The maraschino cherry was added more for looks, but feel free to add it too! I also recommend adding in some fresh strawberries for a pop of color without that artificial flavor.
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Banana Split Overnight Oats
Ingredients (serves 3)
Oats
1 1/2 cup old fashioned/rolled oats
1 1/2 cup plant milk of choice
2 tbsp chia seeds
3 bananas
2 tbsp crushed walnuts
1/2 tsp unsweetened shredded coconut
Optional: Maraschino cherry (Can also use fresh strawberries instead)
Chocolate Sauce
3 tbsp coconut oil
3 tbsp cocoa powder
1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
4 tbsp plant milk of choice
1. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, plant milk, and chia seeds. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
2. In the morning, add the oats to a small bowl. Slice a banana in half lengthwise, and add to the bowl.
3. Add chocolate sauce ingredients to a small saucepan, and mix together. Heat on low heat and stir, cooking for a few minutes until a chocolate sauce forms.
4. Drizzle the hot sauce over the banana and oats. Top walnuts, shredded coconut, and cherry or strawberries, if you’re using them.
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